Snowmobile Covers
About Snowmobile Covers
A snowmobile cover keeps snow, sun, dust and bird droppings off the sled while it sits in a yard, a garage or the back of a trailer. Riders shop for one to protect the paint and seat between rides, to keep a stored sled clean over summer, or to replace a cover that has torn.
The main choice is custom-fit or universal. Custom covers are cut for a specific make and often a model and year range, so they sit closer to the body, while universal covers come in sizes, including a mini, and are chosen by sled length. Measure from the nose to the back of the tunnel and check the height at the windshield before choosing.
Easy-load designs make it simpler to pull a cover on, and a few are made for trailering, with straps to hold them while you tow. A cover that is only for storage can flap loose at road speed. Let the sled dry before covering it, because trapped moisture can cause corrosion and mold.
Brands in this category include Parts Unlimited, SP Connect, SP1, RFX and Classic Accessories. For other add-ons see Accessories, Seats and Body Parts. If you are putting the sled away for the summer, the snowmobile offseason checklist covers what to do before you cover it.
FAQs on snowmobile covers
How do I choose the right size snowmobile cover?
Measure the sled from the nose to the rear of the tunnel and note the height at the windshield, then compare with the cover's listed fit. Custom covers are listed by make and years, and universal covers by length, so choose the one that matches your sled.
Can I leave a snowmobile cover on while towing?
Only if it is made for trailering. A storage cover can fill with air and flap or tear at road speed. Trailerable covers are listed separately and are made to be strapped down, so read the listing and follow the maker's instructions.
Should I cover a wet or dirty snowmobile?
No. Let the sled dry first and wash off salt and dirt, because trapped moisture and grit can damage paint, metal and the seat under the cover. Choose a cover that lets some air move so condensation does not build up.
What is the difference between a custom-fit and a universal cover?
A custom-fit cover is cut for a specific make or model, so it sits close and leaves less loose fabric. A universal cover is sized by length and fits a range of sleds more loosely. Custom covers suit a close fit, and universal ones suit a shared or changed sled.
Should a snowmobile cover be waterproof or breathable?
A good cover sheds rain and snow but lets moisture escape. A cover that traps humidity can cause condensation, which leads to corrosion and mold on a stored sled. Read each listing for the material, make sure the sled is dry before covering it, and avoid sealing it in tightly.
