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That type of bike towing setup has been around for a long time but they never became popular due to the necessity of uncoupling the driveline from the rear wheel. You don't absolutely have to but having the transmission and primary drive driven by the rear wheel (reverse load) for an extended period is not recommended. Back in the days of conventional drive chains with a master link, uncoupling the driveline wasn't such a big deal.
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The above AMO trailer is very similar to mine. Made near Toledo with 15" tires. I added a middle angle iron to the steel mesh ramp and use a Wheeldock chock. The expanded metal "mesh" was drooping from loading/unloading. Had a local shop weld it on. I also have eye bolts in the side rails for securing straps. I use it to haul my Heritage to Florida each year in Feb-March.
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One of the better brands...Bike trailers | Thule | United States
You hauling kids or cargo?
Bike Trailers, Carts & Wagons | REI Co-op
You hauling kids or cargo?
Bike Trailers, Carts & Wagons | REI Co-op
Last edited by slw210; Aug 31, 2022 at 06:01 AM.
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Many good ideas here. 15" wheels, good spare and regularly serviced/lubed wheel bearings - especially for trailers that sit a lot. Just look at how many trailers are on the side of the road with either tire and/or wheel beating issues. I've towed up and down the east coast (and beyond) for decades - boats, motorcycles, you name it - lubing the bearings and properly inflating the tires was a pre-trip check list item.
If you have the vehicle that can pull it - get a bigger trailer than you think you'll need. On long trips I remove the ramp tailgate as they cause a good amount of aerodynamic resistance.
If you have the vehicle that can pull it - get a bigger trailer than you think you'll need. On long trips I remove the ramp tailgate as they cause a good amount of aerodynamic resistance.
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I sold my 5x8 because I bought a trike, bought a 6x10 landscape type because needs to fit on there but I haven’t trailered either of them since. I pull a trailer behind the trike now.
I love to have a trailer available at all times.
I love to have a trailer available at all times.
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A completely useless post that is non-responsive to the question.
I also have a Kendon dual rail stand up trailer. It is a great tool to have for those times when the weather doesn't permit riding (think snow and ice), and when time is a consideration and you can rotate drivers. I have used mine going from NY to Fl several times with absolutely zero issues. It is light, sturdy, and tracks straight. I found mine on CL and negotiated the price down to $1600 dollars which included an additional ramp, V nose rock guard, tool box, a spare tire, and filler bars for the inside of the wheel well. I can recommend this trailer* without reservation.
Be careful of the 07-09 (might be 06-09) Kendons. They shifted manufacturing overseas and had some serious QC issues, especially with their welds. Anything before that or after that will be fine
I also have a Kendon dual rail stand up trailer. It is a great tool to have for those times when the weather doesn't permit riding (think snow and ice), and when time is a consideration and you can rotate drivers. I have used mine going from NY to Fl several times with absolutely zero issues. It is light, sturdy, and tracks straight. I found mine on CL and negotiated the price down to $1600 dollars which included an additional ramp, V nose rock guard, tool box, a spare tire, and filler bars for the inside of the wheel well. I can recommend this trailer* without reservation.
Be careful of the 07-09 (might be 06-09) Kendons. They shifted manufacturing overseas and had some serious QC issues, especially with their welds. Anything before that or after that will be fine
