Keep your motorcycle cover clean
for the best protection.

Does your motorcycle cover provide the level of protection that it did when it was new? If not, it may be time to wash your cover. The maintenance requirements for your motorcycle cover are simple and easy. Read on for more tips on how to clean a motorcycle cover.

Rinse Your Motorcycle Cover Regularly

Rinsing your motorcycle cover once a month with a garden hose will slow down the accumulation of dirt, enhance the protection your cover provides, and cut down on how often you need to “deep clean” your motorcycle cover.
Note: Do not use a pressure washer to hose down your cover.

Hand Wash Your Motorcycle Cover with Mild Soap

Hand washing your motorcycle cover is the safest and gentlest way to clean your cover. Use a solution of mild soap (such as Ivory) and warm water to clean your cover with a sponge or soft brush. Wash both the inside and outside of the cover for the best results.

Harsh soaps or detergents can strip away the protective UV and waterproof coatings. If the soap you use is too harsh, you may need to reapply these coatings with a UV fabric spray and waterproofing spray.

Rinse and Air Dry Your Motorcycle Cover

Rinse the cover thoroughly before letting it dry. Any soap residue left on the cover may compromise its quality. There should be no suds left on the motorcycle cover after you rinse it.

Do not dry the motorcycle cover in a dryer. Allow it to air dry instead. Make sure the cover is completely dry before using it on your motorcycle or folding it for storage.

Keep Your Motorcycle Cover Free From Debris

Brush off leaves, dirt, snow, and debris from the surface of your motorcycle storage cover on a regular basis. Keeping your cover free from debris allows the cover to perform up to the standards it was designed to meet. For the best protection, clean your motorcycle cover on a regular basis.

When it comes time to cover up your jet ski, you want a quality cover that protects your boat and is strong enough to endure harsh weather.

What should you look for in a jet ski cover?

• Water repellent coating to keep your jet ski dry
• Vent system to promote air circulation and prevent mold and mildew growth or moisture damage
• Double-stitched seams to prevent leaking at the seams
• Storage bag to store your cover when not in use
• Marine-grade poly material that holds up under harsh weather and strong winds
• Elastic hem for a snug fit to keep the wind from billowing up the cover or tearing it out of place
• Tie-down straps to keep the jet ski cover in place
• A warranty and satisfaction guarantee to give you peace of mind

Looking for a quality jet ski cover that won’t break your budget? Check out the PWC Jet Ski Covers from DuraShield!

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Note: All specifications are based on the manufacturer’s stated price and product description at time of posting.

Is your boat cover looking a little shabby? A dirty boat cover will deteriorate faster than it should, and it won’t provide the same level of protection as a clean boat cover.

Follow these step-by-step instructions for cleaning your boat cover:

1. Brush off excess dirt from your boat cover.
2. Lay the boat cover out on the grass or driveway. (You can also wash the boat cover while it’s still on the boat.)
3. Hose it down.
4. Hand wash the boat cover with mild soap (such as liquid dish soap) and cold to lukewarm water. (NOTE: Using harsh detergents may cause the boat cover fabric to deteriorate faster than the average boat cover life.)
5. Let the cleaning solution soak into the fabric.
6. Scrub stains gently with a soft bristle brush.
7. Rinse the boat cover thoroughly with clean water. Do not allow the boat cover to dry until all the soap is rinsed out of the fabric.
8. For deeper cleaning, use a pressure washer, set at less than 200 psi (a higher psi can damage the fabric).
9. Let the cover air dry completely before folding or storing it.

After a thorough cleaning, or after several years of use, your boat cover may require a fresh coat of water repellent and UV protectant. 303 High Tech Fabric Guard™ comes highly recommended for protecting marine boat covers.

Follow these step-by-step instructions for re-treating and protecting your boat cover.

1. Only apply 303 Fabric Guard™ to a cover that is completely dry.
2. Re-coat your boat cover in an area that is well ventilated and sheltered from the wind.
3. Apply the fabric coating in a thin, even layer.
4. Allow the boat cover to dry completely.
5. Apply a second coating of Fabric Guard™. Two thin, even coatings of fabric protectant are more effective than a single heavy coating.