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Have you heard of or seen Tank Straps? The guys at SRK Cycles love them (and sell them).
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I've seen them on their Youtube channel. I prefer the Rhino straps because the plastic covered handles are easier to use than plain metal ones I've had in the past. The Rhinos are plenty beefy enough for me. I use the larger size for the front, the smaller size (smaller is relative, 2 of those would probably hole the bike ok) I use to hold the rear wheel from sideways movement and another pair to put some downwards pressure on the rear so it doesn't bounce so much. I just tie the lower forks in front, with the wheel in a chock, so the front bounces some, but there's no sideways movement. That might even take some shock effect off the bike, but I don't really worry about that, used to tie the front down firm and that didn't hurt them. I still have some SnapOn straps that are getting old, but also still work fine. They also have the bigger plastic covered handles, but I still like the Rhinos better.
I have some 1800lb ones (IIRC, not 100% sure on their weight capacity, might be 6000lbs) that I got when I bought a truck 9 years ago. They work great and held my 850lb Vaquero last year when I towed it in for service. The cheaper orange ones my wife got me at Home Depot (not sure of their capacity), didn't hold. Luckily I had my trusty straps on the front and the orange ones on the back, so no damage to the bike.
Guess I'll pull the trigger on the Rhino straps
Something I really like is that my selling HD dealer installs the tow hooks or whatever they're called to the front forks before you take delivery. Walking their showroom, darn near every touring bike had 'em. I'm not sure if they do all bikes or just touring, but I thought it was a nice touch. They're even gloss black like my forks (2019 FLHXS) so they don't stand out. Couldn't find 'em in the P&A catalog, but they're on my bike. Makes tying the bike down super easy.
Please do...I'm really interested in how they perform and any issues that you may have with them.
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In short, they worked like a charm! Literally takes 2 minutes to load 2 bikes. Bikes were rock solid the whole time, I would highly recommend them.
I think U-haul has a good single bike trailer. I have a Tacoma Pickup. The bed isn't long enough and I hate asking for help if I did do a ramp.
If the bike sets on the tailgate the tailgate will bow. Don't ask how I know. Did I mention I have a Tacoma. All and all a good truck but the tailgate isn't made to handle that much weight.
If the bike sets on the tailgate the tailgate will bow. Don't ask how I know. Did I mention I have a Tacoma. All and all a good truck but the tailgate isn't made to handle that much weight.
I read somewhere, that you can have the Tacoma tailgate reinforced. I wouldn't trust a tailgate!!
i have had a thought for a easy up and down cover for open utility trailer! prob cant be up for highway speeds but has anyone thought of using a bimini top like for boats
I read somewhere, that you can have the Tacoma tailgate reinforced. I wouldn't trust a tailgate!!
I’ve used these brackets for the extra tail gate support , worked well, very solid. I use them now when loading almost anything of weight, snowblower, power washer, motorcycle .
I bought a used Kendon trailer 7-8 years ago. I rarely trailer the bike but my wife has a bad back and can't spend full days and multiple days on the bike. Also,
I don't have a rolling couch like most of you guys on here. I bead blasted the trailer, then primered and painted it with Rustoleum 'Traffic Red'. Replaced the
wiring and lights, as well as new bearings, bearing buddy's, and tires.
I've trailered two bikes on the trailer, my Deuce and a buddy' EG, with it and had no trouble at all. He was
so impressed with the way it rode he bought his own Kendon trailer. But he paid $2100 for it, I have a total of $965 in mine.
I also wrapped the front of my bike with shrink wrap to protect it from any debris kicked up by the tow car.
I think it was Chief who mentioned the 'Biker Bar'. I installed one on the same buddy's bike and it works great. Easy on and off, and locks the bike in place.
I've since purchased one but have yet to install it.
Last edited by Deucedog; Mar 18, 2020 at 11:15 PM.
I work construction and spend a good part of the summer away from home so my trailer allows me to have a bike or two with me on the road or otherwise I wouldn't be able to ride very often! serves as good storage away from home mine is 6.5x12 bigger would be nice but it works fine!
Nice looking set up. What brand cargo trailer and what is the length of the 5th wheel?
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I bead blasted the trailer, then primered and painted it with Rustoleum 'Traffic Red'. Replaced the
