I don't have access to a garage so my poor bike has to spend all of its time outside. During the riding months its not a big deal since I am always riding her and a little rain never hurt anything. In winter I don't have any other option for storage, so at the suggestion of Revzilla I purchased one of these covers. Works great, keeps the snow and rain off the bike. We had some very windy snow storms last year and I never had an issue with this cover. It stays put. I bought one for a previous bike but sold it along with the bike. Just purchased 2 more covers for my new bike and my SO's new bike. A great alternative if you don't have a proper shelter for your bike.

I use my Dowco Guardian Weatherall Plus motorcycle cover to help protect my 2013 BMW S1000RR motorcycle. I also own a 2011 BMW F800GS, which is covered with a BMW (OEM) cycle cover. The former is a new purchase, while the latter is now nearing its second birthday, so in fairness, I haven't had the Dowco Guardian product long enough to speak authoritatively about its durability or longevity. Let me also say that I'm extremely fortunate to be able to house my bikes in a covered, muti-story residential parking structure, parked inconspicuously behind my SUV, which means that they're shielded from direct sunlight, rain, wind, and traffic debris/hazards. My primary purpose in covering my bikes at all is DUST MITIGATION: I live in an extremely hot, extremely dusty/sandy urban desert area, where dust and sand particles are in a constant battle to displace nitrogen and oxygen as the leading components in the air! Hence, my motorcycle cover needs are admittedly perhaps not as demanding as those of you forced by circumstance to leave your lovely machines out on the curbside or in the parking lot, fighting wind and snow and rain, year in and year out. So, I will offer the following observations:
1. Each cover (both the BMW (OEM) cover and the Dowco Guardian Weatherall Plus cover) are decent - quite satisfactory for my particular needs;
2. The Dowco cover is made of a heavier weight material than the BMW (OEM) cover, which presumably might be advantageous in a harsh environment over the long run;
3. The Dowco cover uses an elasticized waistband to effect a secure fit around your cycle tires, where the BMW (OEM) cover utilizes a drawstring arrangement. In practice, I find advantages and disadvantages with BOTH styles: the Dowco elasticized waist is convenient, as it doesn't require fiddling with the dirty drawstring+plastic grommet arrangement of the BMW (OEM) cover. On the other hand, when fully loosened, the drawstring+plastic grommet arrangement of the BMW (OEM) cover allows easier, faster and potentially safer installation and removal (i.e. less frequently snagging a mirror, footpeg, or scraching a painted surface with what will eventually be at least a slightly dusty, dirty cover INTERIOR surface, particularly at and around the waistband, which is in contact with your tires, and very near the pavement surface). Not really a big deal, in my opinion, but make no mistake, the drawstring+grommet arrangement (as with the BMW (OEM) cover), once fully loosened, does allow somewhat faster, easier putting on and taking off of the cover, versus the elasticized waistband style of the Dowco cover;
4. BOTH the Dowco and the BMW (OEM) covers have eyelets on their waistbands, allowing use of optional locking devices;
5. The silver "metalicized" heat-shield paneling of the Dowco cover was and is an attractive (i.e practical) feature for me (allowing me to cover my S1000RR immediately after riding, when it's still very hot), although I will point out that this heat-shielding does not extend very high up the cover, so, while it is fine for the low-slung (OEM) exhaust pipe on the RR, it would not be effective (and therefore, would not be appropriate) as a cover for motorcycles with high-mounted mufflers (like my F800GS). Note that the BMW (OEM) covers have no heat shielding at all - they're not to be placed on hot bikes;
6. Sizing: after much research and review, I chose "Size: LARGE" for my Dowco Guardian Weatherall Plus cover, hoping that it would cover my ENTIRE BMW S1000RR, including the wheels and tires (my bike is mostly stock OEM, with the exception of a Zero Gravity "Corsa" windscreen, which adds an inch or two in height, and a few other small items (like rear sets and axle sliders) which have no affect on mass or girth). I am VERY HAPPY with my "size L" choice, versus the Dowco recommended "Sport Bike" size, which is smaller. My preference was for a cover which would COMPLETELY cover and conceal the bike, right down to the ground (without any baggy slop or "droop" on top), and that's exactly what I got with the "Size L" fitted over my BMW S1000RR: when fully installed, the elasticized waistband of my cover rests just a couple of mm's off the the pavement, FULLY covering the tires and wheels (which, though contrary to the image on the Dowco website [which shows a mid-wheel positioning], is just what I wanted), and the top and sides are semi-taught, like a tent, not resting on the tank seat, or hot engine/frame. Perfect!

With the possible exception of SIZING miscalculations, it's difficult for me to imagine any rider being unhappy with the Dowco Guardian Weatherall Plus motorcycle cover. It seems to me to be a quality product, quite capable and satisfying in fulfilling its intended purpose.

DM

I purchased another brand cover that faded and the taped seams came off in just 3 months of use. In South Florida it rains daily in the summer and the UV and sun is very harsh. My experience with this cover has been perfect to say the least. 1 year of use and there is zero fade or degradation of any kind. I do not have a garage and my bike sits out side 24/7 no mater what kind of weather. This cover vents well and will not trap moisture under it. It rains and the gets very steamy here right after but his cover has protected my bike perfectly. The stitching is perfect after a year of use and abuse. The protective heat resistant lining over the pipe area lets me throw it over relatively hot exhaust after 5-10 minutes of parking the bike. I am always looking for the next best thing out there but honestly I have not once felt the need to find a better cover because honestly there is not one !
Thank you for an excellent product that already has more then paid for itself by keeping my bike in perfect condition for over a year and the way it looks, for many more years to come.

I purchased my bike at the end of last season and was in need of all things gear, including a quality cover. My bike is outside during the riding months.

If you know New England, this past winter was brutal and came upon us quickly. My bike (and I) were caught off guard as I was out of town, and she stayed covered outside all winter. When the snow melted, my baby (aka The Silver Bullet) was in perfect shape (minus the dead battery).

This cover keeps the moisture out and is vented along with a hefty strap and clip to secure it in windy conditions. I live close to the ocean. The wind can be strong and long lasting, so this was an important feature for me. It has reflective panels too, which is a key feature I was looking for.

I got a large for my bike (R1150R with short windshield). It is an excellent fit both with my hard bags on or off. The bottom of the cover has a very strong almost bungee-like gather so it hugs your bike, no matter the shape.

The XL fits great on my NC700X with saddlebags and trunk. It will only come down to below the license plate with the trunk on there, but it's sufficient for keeping the rain and mild weather off of it. While it's quick drying, I almost wish it were quicker...a few times I've had to take it inside the apartment to dry out while I'm at work because it was still a bit damp from the night's rain. My biggest complaint (which is admittedly tiny) is that while they put thought and effort into making the heat resistant parts of it (the silver) enable you to put the cover on immediately after riding...the strap that cinches it up is just regular nylon and can't handle the heat. So you still have to remember to go back out later to cinch it up and secure it. How hard/costly would it have been to include a 3 foot strap of heat-resistant material?

I live in Jerusalem Israel, we don't have a lot of choices of gear here so when I had the chance to buy this cover in America I did. The day I got it we had a 3 day sand storm that was unbelievable. Sand gets everywhere during one of these even for one day but Three... I expected as usual to find my bike ready for a good cleaning but it was not necessary. My new Dowco Guardian Weatherall lived up to its name. Beyond that its is very durable, the super strong elastic lining at the bottom keeps it in place and the many stray cats that roam the Old City that usually like to sleep on my bike seat at night now cannot get in. A real plus. The only negative is the hole in the cover to put the chain through (my last cover got stolen) is only in the front. I have a Piaggio MP3 and the double wheels in the front prohibit me from putting the chain through the front wheels so I am putting the cover on backwards. Seems ok but if they put this hole in both the front and the back it would give more flexibility.
I highly recommend this product.

I felt compelled to write this two part review, to address both the cover itself and the superb customer service of Revzilla.

The cover works as intended, and more. I don't have a driveway or garage, so am forced to park in the street. Until yesterday, I thought I lived in a fairly safe neighborhood, so I had never cable locked the cover to my bike (something I will have to do from now on#. In any event, the cover has worked wonderfully for protecting my new bike. The material is weaterproof, with my only qualm with the birds overhead who sometimes leave me nice presents. But this is usually easily remedied with a wet cloth. The elastic strap at the bottom is snug and fitting, and even without the added tie down strap, I'm positive this cover would not fly off in anything less than a cat 5 hurricane. Installation is also quite simple, taking probably less than five minutes. Great product, highly recommend. Now for Revzilla's customer service.

Yesterday, some low life actually stole my cover while I was inside my house eating lunch #between 12 and 1pm#. Granted, I hadn't cable locked it, but I didn't think anyone would actually go to the trouble of stealing a cover, in broad daylight, while I was inside. In any event, when I came home, it was on; when I came out, gone. Of course I was glad my bike was still intact, however, I was quite upset that some miscreant with no sense of shame whatsoever would steal the cover off my bike. Fast-forward an hour.

Even though my wife wanted me to buy a cheapo cover from Walmart, I refused and called Revzilla right away. After explaining my situation, the gentleman I spoke to expressed his sympathies and proceeded to give me a great discount on the item. He didn't have to do this, however, seeing as I how I had been a previous buyer, he quickly gave me a discount on the same cover and Revzilla shipped it out that day. According to UPS, I should have the cover by tomorrow. Now that's what I call excellent customer service.

To sum this needlessly lengthy review up: #1# buy this cover if you keep your bike outside; #2# cable lock your covers; and #3) buy from Revzilla.

Fits over my 2009 250r Ninja quite well.

Kind of a pain with it always trying to catch on the turn signals/grips/mirrors etc, but that's not the fault of the cover.

I have to fold the mirrors in for the cover to fit well.

Rated 4/5 for durability because when I first got it a few months ago water would slick right off the cover and bead up instantly, but after 3 months of use (with rain almost every night) -- the water tends to puddle a tiny bit more.

Still doesn't soak through, and it keeps the bike dry but I digress.

Recommended for the price. Protect your investment.

Title says it all. This cover protected my son's bike in Savannah during hurricane Matthew. Amazingly, the bike was still standing (not a benefit of the cover, I realize) and the cover was intact (a benefit of the cover).

For sizing, the L fir a Yamaha VStar 650 just fine. It had saddle bags but no wind screen.

After contacting Revzilla I decided to go with the cruiser designed cover. It fits perfectly in my opinion. Takes less than a minute to put on or take off. I do not have a windshield on my bike but if you do not mind having a more of the front tire sticking out it will definitely cover it as well. Also, I read somewhere that the cruiser model does not have a spot for the additional alarm pouch, however this is not the case. It has the same pouch as the other models. I will be buying DOWCO products in the future.