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Old 01-10-2015, 09:13 AM
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I have a 2012 Harley Triglide Ultraclassic, and was asked to tow a hearst trailer about 15 miles from funeral home to the cemetary with the casket in it. I was wondering if the trailer,body,& casket would be to much weight. I was also told this trailer is designed to be pulled by a trike. Any information you can give would be appreciated. Thanks to anyone that can help.
 
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Old 01-10-2015, 09:56 AM
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Good question! If you search the internet for 'harley hearse trailers' you'll get plenty of hits and pictures. It seems a common and popular thing to do.
 
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I have attended a funeral where a trike was pulling one of these trailers. It was really cool as the owner was dressed in full getup of an old wild west undertaker...If it were me I would ask to pull the trailer "FIRST" with a equal load in the trailer prior to the day's event to get used to the load. I believe your bike will handle the load just fine. You will need to be confident the day of the funeral. Not something I would do unless I was prepared.
 
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