Tips For Storing a Motorcycle Outside? 

I have a really long, thick chain. I chain it through the wheels and the frame. I have a hidden wireless alarm. I have two disk brake locks, one of which has a built in alarm. I lock the forks, hit the kill switch, and switch the gas to off. I lock to rail, not just in one spot but winding through the rail. I cover with a tarp so you can't easily see the motorcycle is a motorcycle.

I just bought my first bike two days ago and this was very helpful! I ordered the polish and a nice cover. Thanks!

All good advice Alex. One thing I would add; If you live in a windy area, and store outside with a bike cover then put the bike against a wall or fence on it's side stand rather than center stand. The bike in gear leaning away from the wall. This way if the wind gets under the cover (a big sail), it will stand the bike up to the wall and then set back on it's stand, rather than finding it on its side in the morning. Don't ask how I know. btw, don't try this with a Bmw ;-0

Yes so glad you mentioned not chaining it through the wheel/tire so many people don’t know this this are shocked when there bike is stolen and all that is left is the chained tire 😂🤦🏾

You’re an awesome humble guy Alex. Thanks for taking the time to help us new riders out. Don’t listen to the back-lashing. Really appreciate a person who tunes out the negativity to do what they think is right. Your info is super appreciated over here. Going to be getting my motorcycle license soon. Good luck on your great channel :)

Needed to hear this, thank you for the info dude! Havent even got a bike yet but this is what I've been flapping about due to no garage.

I appreciate your tips and for sharing your experiences.

Thank you for your sharing! You’re a champ thinking of us newbies❤

This was a good one. A few tips here and there can be helpful

Thank you I am a brand new rider so you are doing right… keep making videos.

Good informative video! I don't have a garage and in winter we have 3 months of snow. I am about to purchase my first motorcycle and your advice was very helpful. I am also considering actually riding my bike in the days there is no snow on the ground, so it wouldnt be just sitting there for 3 months straight. Thanks again for your video.

Thanks for this video Alex . I live 5 mins walk from the beach , so my bikes are very exposed to the elements of the salt air , even though stored in a shed , under a cover . When i wash the bike i blow dry it gently with a air compressor, blowing all water out of the allen key head bolts , and any other areas , then i shammy it , then i ride it for about 15 mins at speeds of 80 - 100 klms an hr to blow excess water out , amazing how much water comes out fro. All them nooks and crannys , then i wipe metal parts , fork tubes , bolt heads down with INOX - WD40 for protection against the elements whilst having a beer . Take care mate .

I am inclined towards re classic 500, but they are sold oit. I love the retro look, the exhaust and the kick start, also the single seat.... Since they are sold out, can the int650 be custom into a single retro seat?

Good advice as always mate. I'd just add make sure your exhaust is cool before putting the cover on (learned from bitter experience many years ago!). I use wd40 on the whole bike, except tyres, brakes and seat obviously. Cheers mate (from Cambridge, England) 👍🏻

Thank you for this video... I am a new rider and live in a really small apartment without garage... this helped me a lot

I store mine in the garden, we have like a 3 stair drop to get into my garden (pretty steep) so for someone to steal it, they would need to bring a big ramp, something to break the 3 locks on it. And my room window is right next to my garden so i could hear if anyone even enters my garden. I use 2 covers for it because i live in the england and we get a lot of rain. At the moment I'm looking to build (or buy) a little shed for it just so it can be extra covered and safe.

Saw the Rush shirt, subsciribed.

Sounds like a plan, thanks

Thanks, while it is not a bike. I own a honda ruckus and it is my primary mode of transportation. I also don't to ride to a self storage every day just to get to work and stuff. I live in Indiana were weather keeps getting more unpredictable each day. So it is a big concern of mine to keep it nice and running. As i don't have the space to store it inside. I have a bike cover but I feel like it wouldn't be enough. I was somewhat aware of washing but i will try out the honda stuff once I get it.

HONDA IS BRINGING BACK THE CB350!! Wow!!! Take a look Alex!! It looks AMAZING!!!

question, I know you left your motorcycle on the pavement in the apartment complex, should I be worried about my tires getting flat spots, I don't really know what wheel stands would fit my bike

I dont have to worry about theft here in norway, especially my neighborhood. But i do have a bit of a chilly situation. A lot of snow so i would like to know if there are any tips apart from the obvious getting a place with a roof over its head

I'm over in Scotland we get a fair bit of snow and salt or even if you live in a coastal area id recommend the use of ACF50 which is a hydrophobic protective spray developed by US navy for use on their carrier born aircraft. So if its sprayed on a $130 million F35 its seems good enough for my £7k Honda. Loads of RU-vid demonstrations showing ACF50 application tutorials. Also I'd recommend the use of a battery tender/optimiser if not removing the battery prior to storage

Do u think RE roadster 650 will be launched in US?

Very nice Tee shirt!

Alex. Have you heard about the new honda “H’ness”or “highness” being released only in India at this time? It’s a throwback to the original cb350. Pretty cool bike. I hope they release it in USA soon. Thought you might know more about it than i do

Like you, I am fortunate to have a garage. Cleaning thoroughly and drying thoroughly are v important. Invest in a drier to get moisture out of all nooks and crannies. I use muc off motorcycle protectant and speed polish on paint work Good advice? 👍

Here's my tip from keeping bikes outdoors for half a century .buy cheap covers (eBay £15) and throw them away every 12 months. Use ACF50 & socks over mirrors to stop them spitting the cover. No PVC windows and NO steel security rings on covers. must have buckle under engine and elastic on both ends around wheels. Forget expensive ones UV rays & -0 temperatures destroy all made made materials. Even GORTEX & system 2000 have warnings about over exposure to those elements. Best one I ever seen was one a woman made from a blue dumpy bag. The huge bags sand is delivered in by hiab's. Made on her sewing machine at home from two dumpy badges it will last for decades. So dumpy bag manufacturer's there's a business opportunity for you. You got the sewing machines. the material and workers. You could sell them for £50 instead of the £20 you charge for a dumpy bag...the material is woven nylon-PVC-plastic and can lift many tonnes in weight. It's like seatbelt material but thinner and is now made from recycled materials. Sorry for long reply but I've just bought yet another cover. A Neverland cover £14.16. cheap and cheerful. No thrills bells or bows.

New England area, I put my bike in storage for Jan and Feb but otherwise it's outside!

Can i store it outside in the winter if i won’t ride it?

I would add taking off the cover and finding shade on clear days between rainy days. Moisture on the ground evaporates up into bike and gets trapped, humidifying the interior. I live near the coast and find Valvoline Multispray is a great middle ground between WD40 and ACF 50, cost-wise. I go through tons of the stuff. Leaves a protective film that wd40 doesnt, but isnt as gloopy and dirt attracting as ACF 50. Have a Husqvarna swartpilen and enfield classic 500.

If your afraid of it being stolen try adding some kind of gps tracker or AirTag to it just hide it well.

I'm thinking about getting a motorcycle license but I don't have a motorcycle either I was wondering if you have any recommendations on what would be a good beginner bike to learn on and to do a test with?

darnit keep can still, I wanted to screenshot

What about living right by the salt water like right next to the water literally?

he is y fav youtuber

i chain mine to a lamp post lol. the only problems i have had my neighbours told the police im raving it at 5am when actual fact im just going to work

You live in either va or nc

I live in an apartment with a secure parking spot but its outdoors. No roof or cover. I want a motorcycle but am worried that the rain will ruin the bike. (Maybe i can get a cover)

Maybe the Honda polish is the reason your RE isn't having a problem with rust like some other folks on youtube have mentioned.

What about he battery

Honda polish 👍

I figured a good cover should be no different than a garage. Maybe a litte more extreme temperatures in the cold. This will be my first year not having a garage. Luckily got a carport. Lol

Honda Pro is insane stuff. Been using it for 30 yrs. Just don't spray it on an Arai iridium shield.

Ok

That spray isn't avaliable in my area. Anything comparable

Alex, could I ask you repeatedly - what would you do when your motorbike implodes? Please do a video on that - it should be even easier than this one.

Hey Alex, Have you heard of the Honda H'ness 350? To bad they don't have these bikes in the U.S. They look pretty cool and maybe another bike like the Suzuki TU250.

corosion .. wash the bike well .. ACF50 on everything exept tires brakes seat .. done

"Use this stuff" and your arm goes back-n-forth with the spray so we can’t see the item. You said "Honda Polish stuff." Is that what we ask for?

Sadly a big problem with the cover is that it attracts thieves :( an uninteresting bike will immediately become attractive once they have to check out what's under it

Wait… so I should get a nice motorcycle cover? 😂😂😂

Did you die, haven't posted in 2 years. If dead, please don't answer.