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Vacuum bags
royhall:
Just wondering if anyone has tried vacuum storage bags for over winter and are they any good?
My lockup, although not actually wet, is a damp environment. I brought my survivor Suzuki GS1000 back home yesterday and although I gave it a good blast of ACF50 before the winter it's no longer a survivor. I have to continue using the lockup as I cannot find another secure garage in the area and I desperately need the space.
I have two bikes in mind for the vacuum thing, my CB350F and the recently finished Bomber. These are two bikes in mint condition that could be stored for a few years in the lockup in vacuum bags with the desiccant bags in there stopping any humidity.
What's the best way to prepare the bikes for storage, obviously removing all traces of petrol.
On the up side the GS1000 needed some top end engine work anyway and now it's a good excuse for a full restore.
I'm going to have to find a bike that I can actually use through the summer. I think I may part ex the CB1300 for a brand new Bonneville T120. This is why I have no space left!!!
boilermaker1:
Hi, I kept my 400/4 in one for a few years ..Worked great
royhall:
Any recommends on the make and size etc.
boilermaker1:
I used a standard bag from this company. Suitable for long term storage but every time you open it, you have to replace Disorb pack.
https://www.vac-bag.co.uk
I am currently using a Carcoon Bike bubble a lot easier to use but expensive, and having a lot of trouble getting replacement filters for it
royhall:
Thanks for the link. I have ordered a standard bag with a Drisorb pack. Will give it a go in a few months and if it looks like a winner I shall get a couple more before winter sets in. Next problem is there's no power at the lockup so I shall have to find someone willing to lend me a battery powered Hoover.
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