| Author | Message | ||
     Iamarchangel |
Some guys are looking for input on engine mods. I'm looking for input on a bike bay. I have no garage/shed/whatever and I'm looking at building one. I have just one bike and no real intention of running more than that. Unless we move, I'm going to have to build something. Permits and taxes kick in at over 10'x10' and/or poured foundation. So, let's avoid that. I'm thinking something like 8'x10', that should leave room for a separate area for lawn stuff. So, is there a professional guide/standard for bay sizes? What size is working in your shop? I seem to remember some hardware company ad talking about designing the perfect bay. It was a few years back, all chrome and black. Does anybody remember that? Links? | ||
| Acejay |
try the website "garage journal" they have a whole forum dedicated to building and outfitting your shed. there is some freakin lucky blokes on there building garages twice the size of the house i rent! lol but they can give you some advice on your small shed too. (Message edited by acejay on October 26, 2008) | ||
| Nillaice |
right up my alley for this winter! hope i can get the construction before it starts raining every day. | ||
| Froggy |
Don't forget heat! | ||
| Iamarchangel |
Once I get some input, I'll be planning some kind of natural gas furnace. Just enough to protect the bike. Can somebody give me the total footprint for an R on a rear stand and a stem lift stand thing, thanks? | ||
| Panhead_dan |
For the last ten years or so I've been using a 40' shipping container. I installed "U" shaped work benches in the deep end. Wall hung cabinets above and a walk door midway. Painted the upper half white so the two 2 tube florescent lights get the most effectiveness. I can park 7 bikes in it and access any one of them without moving the others while keeping the work bay in the deep end open and ready for whatever. Cheap, efficient and secure. | ||
| Sam_07 |
+ 1 on the Shipping container although in the Florida summer ,it gets hot. Check out tuffshed.com for ideas... heck if your in there area they will build it for you! | ||
| Glitch |
What size is working in your shop? The next bigger one | ||
| New12r |
Mine is 16 feet by 25 feet with a loft the same size. I have two large workbenches and plenty of room to move around the bike on all sides.(when clean) Cold in the winter, but I could insulate and heat it. Hot in the summer, one good window unit on the lower floor works great though! | ||
| Point_doc |
Costco shed...I have an earlier version that is 8x8. I good friend put this one in his back yard a 8x10, They are nice, sturdy, easy to assemble. http://www.costco.com/Browse/Product.aspx?Prodid=11308581&whse=BC&topnav=&browse=&lang=en-US  Features: Sturdy, steel-reinforced construction Steel-reinforced, dent-resistant, double-wall, high-density plastic panels High-arched, steel-reinforced doors: 4’8” W x 6’4” H door opening with full-length galvanized steel hinge pins 6’8” of head-room and spacious walk-around interior Steel trusses provide additional roof strength One (1) shatter proof window opens half-way for increased ventilation Four (4) high-impact plastic skylights allow natural light to illuminate interior UV-protected to prevent fading and cracking High-density plastic floor included Attractive appearance and design Low maintenance Expandable up to 15' deep with extension kits (model 6422) 10-year warranty (Message edited by Point_Doc on October 27, 2008) | ||
| Iamarchangel |
I was looking at a similar product here. (That one's not carried by Costco.ca.) I'd like to have a small heater/furnace to keep it above freezing in winter. Any idea how that could work out in a resin shed? The garage link had a gallery on it which gives me the idea of asking you people if you want to use this thread to show off your bike area. | ||
| Point_doc |
I like these heaters... Portable Electric Oil Filled Radiator Heater http://www.heater-home.com/product/NX2.aspx | ||
| The_new_guy |
does it come with the lady, i could use both | ||
| Skinstains |
If you have the ability, Build one 9'11" x 9'11". No matter how big you make it you will need a bigger one. Wood/coal burning stove will have you fixing your bike in a speedo if that. The dimensions of a 2003 9R on a Pit-Bull steering stem front stand and a Pit-Bull forward handle rear stand are 9'x 2' you will definately want one of the forward handle rear stands. They save tons of room and are easily deployed by one person. My opinion. | ||
| Skinstains |
Lawn tools don't rate shed space. Get a tarp for that junk and keep all the indoor room for you and your bike. | ||
| Ourdee |
Are you allowed to park an enclosed trailer out back? If so, build your bay in it and have a portable bay. Add elec. with roof ac and an rv furnace with propane. ,R.D. | ||
| Iamarchangel |
One problem is I'm in a historic district. As long as it can't be seen from the street, I'm okay. Mine isn't one of the real historic houses. But the houses are close together and the only way to my backyard is an alley about 6' wide. I used to build reefers. I'd really like to take one off a 5-ton and drop it in the back but I'd need a helicopter or crane. So, I either move or make a workshop shed. Heck, two winters storage will buy a shed. | ||
| Skinstains |
Are you limited to only one shed ? You may be able to build a shed for storage and a shed for working on the bike. | ||
| U4euh |
Charlie, you have the dream shed from he!! | ||
| Jos51700 |
The Methheads around here (Southwest Missouri) would have this thing cleaned out so fast, you wouldn't have time to cry. They'd pawn the mower, rape the girl, huff all the chemicals, and smoke all the flowers, all faster than you can take a healthy crap.  I've seriously thought about bringing my bike in the house, and chaining it to my leg while I sleep. From SWMOsportbikes:  | ||
| Jos51700 |
Pour a concrete slab, chain your bike to it, chain a pitbull or rottie to that, and then fence the whole thing. If you can find some methheads to come beat your dog while they smell like they've just been cooking, that will help. Training the dog to hold your tools will be helpful, unless you smell like a meth cook. Then working on your bike might not be so easy. This is coming from a guy that has actually convinced his wife that our house needs a moat, with a drawbridge.  | ||
| Iamarchangel |
Yeah, that's why I'm looking for input. Security for resin or tin sheds is not that good. I'm not that concerned, sounds bad, but I've had enough criminal awarenes to weigh it out. Like the post said, it can be stolen from the house. A solid base for a lock chain is something to consider. Simplicity: apparently the Drambuie distillery has been guarded by geese for over 250 years and has never been broken into. | ||
| Nillaice |
just be like me and never wash your bike, give it a sheítty DIY rattle-can paint job, wreck it a few times, and only replace the critical parts. no gauruntees, though | ||
| Teddagreek |
If you got a truck... Craig's list... People sell them all time on the cheap... | ||
| Johnnylunchbox |
Perhaps if you wanted to go over 10X10 you could build it on an axle with wheels and call it a trailer. Just a thought. | ||
| Iamarchangel |
10x10 would pretty well be max because bigger than that needs a permit. Like I said before, I've got a closed in backyard, just an alley to get the bike out of. I can't build in the front. Anybody have pictures of their garage/workshop they want to brag on? | ||
| Gschuette |
Man screw the government. Make what ever you want. Civil disobedience! How are they going to know? Can inspectors tell from the street that it is 11x11 and not 10x10 so therefore they fine you? •••• em. I hate stupid crap like that. |
