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ClarkUSMC
Nov 10th, 2007, 8:54 pm
Here is my 2c on an LT storage shell:

CycleShell builds (to order) and ships straight to the rider a quality "crusier" shell that is the real deal. It has a hard rubber-like floor (foldable), and boasts a heavy duty cover that cocoons over the bike, while its sides are reinforced by a rigid aluminum frame. The whole thing weighs less than a hundred pounds, and it is a piece of cake to set up. Not neccessary to take the anteanna off as it curves gently inside the frame. With shipping, costs about $450. CycleShell is waterproof and the seams are tight. Heavy duty zipper, covered vents on sides. And with the LT inside, hunkered down, it also ain't going anywhere. I put a 10' x 8' plywood piece beneath the rubber floor and although not necessary, it aids stability on grass, the latter now about to be deader than Kelsey's nuts. I situated it behind my house, as mastodon-like in size, it is a bizarre eyesore to the unwashed.
My wife just stares at it. Me, I'm pleased with the product and wanted you to know.

Rode 170 miles today from near Max BMW in NH to the Berkshires of western Mass (windy, 37 degrees) and almost nobody but me on beautiful two-lane, colorful roads. Saw two other riders, is all--both Harley guys who were dressed like eskimos. Friendly eskimos, though...Gave me a fig newton and a Miller High Life. That's living.

-Clark

rando
Nov 12th, 2007, 10:12 am
Hmmmm, How about a pic of it setup in real life with an LT in the yard? Might be a great idea for LT storage for me also. Could you run a drop cord in easily to power the battery tender? I looked at site, looks like pretty good product.

Thanks
Randy

ClarkUSMC
Nov 12th, 2007, 7:58 pm
Randy, you can easily run the battery charger cable through the bottom side of the shell, as I have already done. I will attempt a picture tomorrow, as requested.
So if you "go for it," the "Touring" model is the one that easily holds the LT. I am very pleased with it.

-Clark

jers99lt
Dec 30th, 2007, 12:59 pm
+ 1 on all that Clark mentioned about this extremely well built, easy to setup product (just a customer with not ties to the vendor).
I decided to remove the battery and keep it on a charger in the garage. I didn't want the heat of a charger attracting mice. I put down moth balls and left the seat in the open position. I hope that will minimize any damage if mice do decide to take up residence since there are a couple of potential entry points. So, with the smell and lack of heat I'm not going to let it worry me.
I'm just wondering what electrical issues I may run into in the spring after I reinstall the battery?

Thanks,
Jer

motorman587
Dec 30th, 2007, 1:55 pm
I had one before a garage. It works very well. I had problem with fiberglass poles that make it arc. It was replace hassel free. I would own another one if needed.

Hanshi
Dec 1st, 2008, 10:54 pm
How have you guys found the CycleShell to work with the radio antennas ?