How Big Does a Motorcycle Shed Need To Be?
Tuesday 23 May 2023
Updated: Wednesday 20 August 2025
Filed in: General
There are all kinds of options for those who want to keep their motorcycle secure in a heavy duty shed, A good motorcycle store can extend the life of your bike by protecting it from the elements and theft. Choosing the right size to suit your needs is an important part of this.
To answer the question how big does a motorcycle shed need to be, the obvious responses are how big is your bike, how many do you have and do you need space to store anything else (such as accessories and related equipment) alongside? In terms of security and flexible options, steel sheds are the best option. Robust, weatherproof and resilient to break-ins, steel containers come in a range of sizes and with self-assembly options available they can be relocated with ease, or joined up to other units if you need to expand your storage space in the future.
Single bike
As with sheds, motorbikes come in different sizes too. With motorcycle sizes ranging from that of small scooters and mopeds, to sports bikes, cruisers and big touring bikes, you'll want to consider beyond a "one-size-fits-all" approach. The very smallest space you could reliably fit a bike into is about 6-7ft x 3ft. However most people want more space for accessories, not to mention ease of access and manoeuvrability in getting your motorbike in and out. Therefore recommended dimensions of 8ft x 5ft or 6ft x 8ft will cover bigger bikes and your wriggle room. Specifically designed for motorcycle storage from a flat pack range of steel containers, a single bike shed measures 2.6m x 1.5m, which is approximately 8ft x 5ft. Once inside an inbuilt double locking system will help keep your bike secure.
Multiple bikes
For two or more bikes you don't necessarily have to double the width due to the way they slot together - we'd recommend bike shed dimensions of around 2m x 2m for two motorcycles. Our multi purpose flat pack steel containers start at 2.1m x 2,1m, but for larger needs also come in sizes of 3m and 4m long - that's plenty of bikes and related gear you can store in there! Don't worry if the passageway to your garden is narrow, or you don't have access for a pre-assembled container to be delivered to your property - flat pack shipping containers are lightweight and compact, fully man portable and each section can be carried by hand to the desired location. They are quick and easy to assemble once you've chosen the right spot. Alternatively, if you have the space, and good access to your garden, a cut down shipping container offers the strongest and most secure place for motorcycle storage. Bike shed dimensions provided by shipping containers are fixed at 8ft (2.5m) wide, with lengths between 5ft (1.5m) - 10ft (3m) being most suitable. A choice of door types are offered along with size modifications, the most popular being S1 flat panel doors, which are suitable for frequent access as they are easier to open and close than original shipping container doors. Roller shutter doors can also be fitted on bike sheds.
Shipping containers have the added advantage of being customisable with optional extras that include ply lining, shelving and electrics. We can even fit a wood cladding and sloping roof if you want your motorbike store to look more like a shed and less like a shipping container in your garden.
Our shipping container motorcycle stores for sale
See our quick links to our most popular motorcycle stores, including purpose built flat packs, general storage flat packs and cut down shipping containers.
Frequently asked questions about motorcycle sheds
- Do I need planning permission for a motorcycle shed? Shipping containers are technically fully portable, therefore they shouldn't be subject to the ordinary planning permission requirements as they count as a temporary structure. However, if this is being used as a permanent structure, or if it's being used in a residential area, the same planning permission rules may apply. Whatever you're using your shipping container for, we would always recommend double checking with your local council first, as different councils have different rules and regulations to follow. We have found that improving the aesthetics of the container with either a repaint or wood cladding and a sloping roof can often help secure permission from the council in the unlikely event of any issues.
- How secure are steel containers? Shipping containers are made from strong CorTen Steel, providing ample security if you're using your container for secure storage. On all of our standard containers under 40ft, we also provide a lockbox free of charge, which prevents your padlock from being tampered with. Made from galvanised steel with inbuilt double locking system, flat pack containers offer great security too.
- Can they be placed on grass?A shipping container should be positioned on a hard standing base, to ensure the ground underneath is level to prevent the corners sinking in. Placing concrete slabs or railway sleepers underneath the four corners of your container allows it to be placed on your lawn if needed. Flat pack stores can be supplied with adjustable levelling feet.
- Do they come with a warranty? We offer used shipping containers and flat packs units with a 12 month guarantee. For additional peace of mind new shipping containers have a 3yr warranty.
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