Best Motorcycle Tents: Don’t Leave Your Bike Out In The Cold

Yes, the name of this thing does sound like it could be a spin-off of Chuck Norris' famed TV show but don't hold that against what is otherwise a fantastic motorcycle tent. The sleeping area measurements for this model are 98 x 48 inches. So you can be tall, but if there are two of you, you better be thin. The garage area for your bike is of equal size, but this tent has a trapezoidal shape on the other side of the garage which is great for storing gear. This is a 4-season tent, and a rain fly is included in the sale, so you needn't worry about what mother nature has in store.

It folds up into 24.0 x 11.0 x 6.0 inches and weighs less than 15 pounds, so you'll need to put this on a rack instead of stuffing it in a pannier. This model uses aluminum poles, and the garage is a convenient pull-through design. There's no patio area, but when you consider this model's low price point, it's still fantastic value for money.

The Kelty Late Start 2 isn’t specifically designed for motorcycle camping, but it’s more than up to the tasks and is fantastic value for money. It's lightweight and easily portable, making it perfect for minimalist riders. The Late Start 2 tips the scales at 4.8 pounds, including its carry bag, and measures 16 x 7 x 7 inches when it’s packaged for transport. But, once it’s set up, it measures 85 x 54 x 45 inches, giving 29.5 square feet of floor space. Thanks to the pre-bent poles, there’s enough room for two people to sleep, or you could just sprawl out comfortably with all your moto gear.

This model features Kelty Quick Corner technology, which keeps the two aluminum poles secure as you move around and set up the tent. The top of this model is made from a no-see-um mesh, and the floor is 68-denier fabric, which is water-resistant to 1,800mm. Included in the sale is a waterproof 68-denier rain fly and all the seams are sealed. On a clear night, you’ll have the best view in the house, and if the weather turns, just set up the rain fly and relax.

When it comes to camping, flashy isn't necessary, and this tent blends in nicely with its surroundings while doing its job. The Big Agnes packs down to 20.5 x 11.5 x 8.0 inches, meaning you'll probably want to strap it to a rack unless you have large panniers. The setup is relatively simple with a couple of practice runs, and once up, the sleeping footprint is 90 x 54 inches, making it the largest on this list.

As you expect, this tent is plenty water and wind-proof with dual walls and covered seams. You can access the sleeping area either through the garage or an outside-facing door. The garage has roll-up sides for easy access to your bike when parked inside or to make a covered seating space, perfect for enjoying a cold one after a long day of riding. This is a high-quality tent that will last for many miles of adventuring. The manufacturer offers plenty of options for customization as well as replacement parts if anything gets lost or breaks. You can spend a lot more on a tent, and you'll get brighter colors and busier designs, but you won't get much more functionality.

If you’re a moto camper who’s tight on space, the Winterial single person bivy tent is the way to go. When packed for transport, this tent measures just 18 x 4.5 x 4 inches, and when it’s set up, it measures 38 x 28 x 90 inches. So it’s small enough to fit in a decently-sized backpack or top box. And if you do decide to stuff it in your backpack, you’ll be thankful of its 3.3-pound weight. But don’t be fooled into thinking this tent isn’t up to scratch due to its light weight and low price. Included in the sale is a waterproof rain fly, and the floor is also waterproof, making this a true 3-season tent.

If you pick up this model , you’ll receive two aluminum poles, 14 all-metal ground stakes, and three guylines. Once you install the two aluminum poles in the 190T polyester fabric, all you need to do is stake down the corners. The set-up process shouldn’t take more than five minutes. There’s just enough room for you inside and an internal pocket for storage. Although the tent is relatively small, the large double-layered door means it's easy to get in and out of.