Well, I can't believe it but I'm considering buying a tow-behind trailer. I have read many times, buy this trailer, you cant even feel it. I don't believe it. Can anyone say they regret going the trailer route? or Stay away from this trailer? I plan to keep loaded trailer weight below #300. I like to think it should have a minimal effect on bike handling but I have no clue and need help from anyone with experience. NOT a trailer salesman.

 

I just bought a trailer, first one for me, and have yet to install a hitch, so I'll subscribe and see what pearls of wisdom drop in here

 

I have a tandem axle 14' trailer I haul behind my 2007 HD F150 w/5.4 engine. we have a 2011 SG and 2005 Softail deluxe plus tools, covers, spare tire and some other stuff. No issues in hauling these bikes for 4 years.

 

I think the OP is looking for advice on a trailer to tow behind his bike. I am thinking about doing the same. I am subscribing to this one also. I want to know what I will be getting into if I do pull a trailer behind my 08 ultra classic.

 

I have a HArbor freight trailer and a car top carrier...i have a Kuryakyn hitch installed... never used it yet...

 

I will never pull a trailer with my bike, get into a panic situation and see what happens...... If I am going to pull a trailer it will be with my Ford Powerstroke.....

 

Well been pulling trailers behind my bike since the 80's. I have had several different types and its all about tongue weight. Get it right and its really easy pulling, get it too heavy and it makes a big difference on the stop and starts and slow city riding. I can tell you that around 20-25 cubic feet is more than enough to haul what you need. I currently have a 19cf trailer and would like 1 or 2 more cubic feet of space.

You will need to make sure that you give enough space for braking and there is a difference when pulling the trailer in general but you will quickly adapt to having one behind you. I recommend putting the trailer on and riding it empty first to get the feel of the trailer, then put some weight in it and then pull it and feel how the weight affects the bike. Do this before you load it up to the hilt and hit the road.

 

Its the only way to travel. Ipulled one with my 06 ultra and 09 ultra. Ihave been thru smokey moutains , beartooth pass and many other moutain roads with no problems.You will feel it a little taking off and stopping but you will not even know its back there when going down the road. Check out the timeout brand i had the dart with the 06 and now have the xl1800 the with 09 liked both of them.Load heavy stuff to back in order to keep tounge wieght down and give your self extra time to stop and you will be fine

 

I have a trailer that I pulled when I had my Yamaha Royal Star, never loaded it very heavy but never had any problems. I towed it through the twistys in the Texas hill country, I really didn`t notice it affecting the handling of the bike. I always allowed extra stopping room because you do have extra weight pushing the bike. I haven`t bought a hitch for my RK yet but I figure thats in the future.

 

I just bought a trailer to pull behind my Heritage...you might want to check out the forum...

https://www.hdforums.com/forum/hacke...railering-100/