TOY HAULER size for 2 baggers?
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TOY HAULER size for 2 baggers?
Hey folks, I've done the long rides (Toronto to Sturgis, to Virginia beach, key west, etc) and am looking at getting a Toy Hauler with thoughts of being able to just drive the truck straight through to near a destination (thinking Yellowstone this year!) and then unload and ride.
How big of a toy hauler do I need for 2 baggers? Towing with 2016 F150.
As an example, is this big enough?
https://www.kz-rv.com/products/sport...ler-190TH.html
Thoughts and experience appreciated.
Thanks
How big of a toy hauler do I need for 2 baggers? Towing with 2016 F150.
As an example, is this big enough?
https://www.kz-rv.com/products/sport...ler-190TH.html
Thoughts and experience appreciated.
Thanks
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I think you'll need a unit with an open cargo/garage area, and when you find the one that fits two Hogs, you'll be pushing the limits of your 1/2 ton Ford's towing capacity.
Something like this might be better for two bikes:
http://www.forestriverinc.com/produc...elID=1908#Main
Something like this might be better for two bikes:
http://www.forestriverinc.com/produc...elID=1908#Main
Last edited by RK4ME; Mar 17, 2017 at 12:06 PM.
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You don't have to get one to big for a 1/2 ton.
With that said the kitchen & bath exc have to be up front for it to work.
The beds have to be in back and either fold up (wall style) or raise up (or both).
I didn't see any on that site that are like I have seen.
With that said the kitchen & bath exc have to be up front for it to work.
The beds have to be in back and either fold up (wall style) or raise up (or both).
I didn't see any on that site that are like I have seen.
Last edited by GRWHD; Mar 17, 2017 at 12:10 PM.
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I used to have a KZ very similar the the one you're considering (KZ MXT 20). Mine hauled 2 touring bikes just fine. The down side is that it is completely unusable with the bikes loaded. Even accessing the fridge is tough. You have to unload in order to set up camp.
I upgraded to a 5th wheel Fuzion toyhauler with a separate garage. Had to upgrade trucks too though!
I upgraded to a 5th wheel Fuzion toyhauler with a separate garage. Had to upgrade trucks too though!
Last edited by stro1965; Mar 17, 2017 at 04:50 PM.
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Looking closer at the one you are considering, I do NOT think that one will haul 2 bikes. My MXT had a queen Murphy bed that allowed a second bike. Yours does not (at least I don't think it does).
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Probably something like this http://www.forestriverinc.com/produc...elID=2119#Main
Toy haulers are heavy. I have a 5th wheel toy hauler but have a 1 ton truck. Your limited by your F150.
Toy haulers are heavy. I have a 5th wheel toy hauler but have a 1 ton truck. Your limited by your F150.
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My first toyhauler was custom built. It was a 7 by 16. Very small and one bike was good, two was way too tight.
My second was a KZ 25, a 26 ft 5th wheel. It had the fold down beds. like the one you are looking at. The standard size of a toyhauler is 8.5 feet wide. Once you take away the 10 inches each of those beds require, you are left with very little space for your bikes. UNLESS, you back one in. It's not a big chore, if you have the man power to push it up the ramp.
In my opinion, something like this Work n Play is the best way to go. Look for used ones, because they are so utilitarian looking, they often times get traded in for a more residential model. http://www.forestriverinc.com/produc...elID=1361#Main
My second was a KZ 25, a 26 ft 5th wheel. It had the fold down beds. like the one you are looking at. The standard size of a toyhauler is 8.5 feet wide. Once you take away the 10 inches each of those beds require, you are left with very little space for your bikes. UNLESS, you back one in. It's not a big chore, if you have the man power to push it up the ramp.
In my opinion, something like this Work n Play is the best way to go. Look for used ones, because they are so utilitarian looking, they often times get traded in for a more residential model. http://www.forestriverinc.com/produc...elID=1361#Main
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Probably something like this http://www.forestriverinc.com/produc...elID=2119#Main
Toy haulers are heavy. I have a 5th wheel toy hauler but have a 1 ton truck. Your limited by your F150.
Toy haulers are heavy. I have a 5th wheel toy hauler but have a 1 ton truck. Your limited by your F150.
He would have the same couch problems with that one Mike.
You need at least 9 feet of length and 38 inches of width, per bike, to accept a bagger. Even at 38 inches, the bikes will touch if not strapped down properly.
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25ft box..30ft overall length..forest river work and play..our 2007 chevy z71 could pull it..but..it was over loaded.upgraded to a.2015 gmc 2500 with a 6.o gas..front wheels are in condor chocks...(black pearl bike is mine)
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Can easily fit two baggers in there, and I like the enclosed garage to keep the living area separate. 2010 Expedition (with Tow pkg, and Tow/Haul anti sway option), similar to F150 tows it easily and smoothly. Max load rating was never approached, even fully loaded, and I upgraded the rims and tires with a heavier load rating as well for piece of mind. 2 people max for this size IMO-
Can easily fit two baggers in there, and I like the enclosed garage to keep the living area separate. 2010 Expedition (with Tow pkg, and Tow/Haul anti sway option), similar to F150 tows it easily and smoothly. Max load rating was never approached, even fully loaded, and I upgraded the rims and tires with a heavier load rating as well for piece of mind. 2 people max for this size IMO-
