Motorcycle cover fitting in Exeter
Professional motorcycle cover fitting services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
15-30 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Motorcycle cover fitted to protect your bike. Proper fitting ensures full coverage and secure fastening - keeps dust, damp, and weather off your bike.
Keep Your Bike Protected
Bike sitting in the garage collects dust, damp, and garage grime. Outside, weather hammers the paintwork and chrome. A properly fitted cover protects your investment - but realistically, this is mostly something people do themselves.
💡 Pro tip: Breathable covers for garage storage, waterproof for outdoor. Never use waterproof covers indoors - they trap condensation.
Covered vs Uncovered
| ✅ Properly Covered | ❌ No Protection |
|---|---|
| Clean when you ride it | Dusty, needs washing |
| Paint and chrome protected | Damp causes corrosion |
| Stays in good condition | Deteriorates faster |
| Ready to ride | Always needs cleaning first |
What You Get
🔧 The Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Fit | Drape cover properly over bike |
| Secure | Fasten straps and tie-downs |
| Check | Ensure full coverage and ventilation |
📦 What's Included
- Cover fitted to bike
- Straps secured properly
- Advice on cover maintenance
Pricing Guide
| Service | Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Single bike cover fitting | 15-30 mins | £60 |
Based on £60 minimum. Realistically only worth it if combined with other work.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ Elderly or immobile - can't easily manage it yourself
✅ First time - want it fitted right and shown how
✅ Multiple bikes - family fleet to cover
✅ Part of wider job - garage organisation etc
Why Choose Us for Motorcycle cover fitting in Exeter?
Bike protected from dust and damp
Proper fitting for secure coverage
Indoor or outdoor use
Breathable cover to prevent condensation
What to Expect
Step 1: Check Cover
Make sure you've got the right size cover for your bike. Too small won't fit, too big flaps around.
Step 2: Fit Cover
Drape over bike ensuring mirrors, exhausts, and aerials don't snag. Cover everything including wheels.
Step 3: Secure
Fasten straps, elastic hems, or tie-downs. Check it won't blow off in wind if outside.
🔧 DIY Tips
Fitting a motorcycle cover is dead simple:
🔧 What you need
- Appropriate size cover for your bike
- 5 minutes
- Your bike (ideally cool, not just ridden)
🛠️ How to fit it
- Let bike cool if you've just ridden it
- Drape cover from front to back
- Pull down over sides evenly
- Secure any straps or elastic hems
- Check mirrors and indicators aren't stressed
- Done
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Using waterproof cover indoors (traps moisture)
- Covering hot exhaust (melts cover)
- Too-tight cover (stresses parts)
- Not securing it outside (blows off)
💡 Pro trick: Tuck cover under wheels if it's loose at bottom - stops it riding up in wind. For outdoor storage, use a cable lock through wheels and cover - double security and keeps cover on.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🔧 Honest advice: This is absolutely a DIY job unless you physically can't manage it. It's literally putting a sheet over your bike. Call me if you're elderly or immobile and genuinely need help.
Indoor vs outdoor covers: Breathable fabric for garage, fully waterproof with UV protection for outdoor. Don't mix them up.
Condensation prevention: In garages, moisture is the enemy. Use breathable cover and consider a dehumidifier if garage is really damp.
Cover maintenance: Wash covers occasionally - they get grimy. Check for tears that let water in.
Devon coastal storage: Salt air is harsh on bikes. If you're near the coast (Exmouth, Dawlish, Sidmouth), good cover is essential even in garage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I really need help fitting a motorcycle cover?
Honest answer - probably not. It's literally draping a cover over the bike and securing it. But if you're elderly, have mobility issues, or want someone to fit it properly first time and show you how, I can help.
What's the right type of cover for garage storage?
Breathable fabric cover for indoors - stops dust but lets moisture escape so you don't get condensation. Waterproof covers are for outdoor storage only, they trap moisture indoors.
Should the cover be fitted tight or loose?
Snug but not tight - needs to cover everything but allow air circulation. Too tight traps moisture. Too loose flaps around and can rub paintwork.
How do I stop the cover blowing off outside?
Elastic hems, tie-down straps, or even a cable lock through the wheels. Wind is the enemy of bike covers. I'll secure it properly so it doesn't end up three gardens away.
Can you fit covers for multiple bikes?
Yes - whether it's individual covers or a multi-bike cover. Just adds time depending on how many bikes you've got.
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