Pull a trailer? Com'on, I know you do...
Tourer
Joined: Dec 2006
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I pull a N-LINE behind a FLHTPI and with the one wheel design and the way the front wheel tracksi with the rear it is very stable and is the same width as the bike. Total weight of the trailer loaded isn't alot, but these are motorcycle trailers, not support vehicles for an assult on Mt Everest. The local HD dealer sells trailers so I'm sure He'd work with you on warranty issues if both bike and trailer were bought from him.
WUZFUZ
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Joined: Feb 2009
Posts: 65
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From: wisconsin
I pulled an Aluma trailer last summer with my TC88 Dyna, it pulled real easy. Right now there is a Bushtec hitch going on my 11 Street Glide.
I believe the recommendation was 10-15 % of gross trailer weight on the tongue, not to exceed 40 lbs. That was on my Hitchdoc hitch. I used an electronic fish scale on the tongue.
I believe the recommendation was 10-15 % of gross trailer weight on the tongue, not to exceed 40 lbs. That was on my Hitchdoc hitch. I used an electronic fish scale on the tongue.
Road Warrior
Joined: Apr 2009
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From: Ellensburg, WA
Once again HD has to show that pulling the trailer was the proximate cause of a failure. That said, I have a good 10K pulling my Kwick Kamp tent trailer. Never had any handling issues of any kind, and I load pretty heavy. Just leave room and stay cut in.
Road Master
Joined: May 2006
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From: Greater St Louis, MO
I have pulled several trailers over the years and by far my favorite is the American Legend.
http://www.american-legend.com/index.html
I have the Legend model and the only thing I have ever noticed out of it is that it takes a little longer to stop and need to downshift a little sooner going up hills. I have had it through many mountains and switchbacks without a problem.
http://www.american-legend.com/index.html
I have the Legend model and the only thing I have ever noticed out of it is that it takes a little longer to stop and need to downshift a little sooner going up hills. I have had it through many mountains and switchbacks without a problem.
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Apr 2008
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From: Florence, MT (Bitterroot Valley)
This link will give you just about every trailer out there, + some that aren't out there anymore. Have a look and let us know which way you go.
http://www.aerobourne.com/motorcycletrailerindex9.htm
http://www.aerobourne.com/motorcycletrailerindex9.htm
Supporter
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 1,245
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From: Northford, CT
I have been towing a Buchtec Turbo 2 since 2006. The only time you really know it is there is over steel grated bridges. Tires track different than the bike. Go around a corner a little wider because of the trailer and gas stations. Have a stock 88 twin cam would be nice to have more but not a problem. Yes it takes me longer on entrance ramp to get up to speed but that is it. Stopping it does take a little more but it is another 100+ lbs to stop. Dealer knew I towed a trailer and still did warranted work on the bike, never questioned it.
Road Warrior
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 1,383
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From: Texas City, TX
I know that's wrong. I've personally seen plenty of non-GW's pulling trailers and many of them were Harley's! 
I haven't personally pulled a trailer with a motorcycle (yet) but have many friends who have including my father. From everything I've seen, if it's windy enough for the trailer to be a problem, riding at all is going to be problematic anyway.
If you're riding like that, you're probably right! Just make sure you don't lose it on the front end of some vehicle anyway. I've seen too many riders come pretty darned close!
Did the trailer really "cause" the lose of control or was someone using poor judgment? Putting a trailer behind the bike will change it's handling characteristics just like it will behind a car. Ride with that in mind and you shouldn't have any problems. I've got friends that I've ridden with for years and have followed them between 10 and 20k miles at least while they pulled trailers. They never had any issues at all but you have to pay attention to how the trailer is loaded and (obviously) make allowances while speeding up and slowing down. My Dad is currently pulling one of these, Lees-ure Lite Trailer, with a Suzuki Burgman 650 scooter and hasn't had any issues at all. He say's I'm welcome to use it some time if I care to put a hitch on my Harley. I haven't done that yet but am considering it! 
Ride Safe,
Steve R.
Ride Safe,
Steve R.
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No problem pulling the trailer i built for camping. I'll try to get a cople pics from home puter up. As said, tongue wt is crutial. I had mine balanced with not enough weight at first and it tended to sway a bit at hi speed. Added a cooler and a 20lb bag of ice and fix3ed the problem so i shifted the axle back 4" and it trails real nice. I modeled mine after the liesure lite. Get lots of comments when it's opned up in less than 2 minites. More beer drinking time. I use a small 900 watt generator on the tongue when the cooler is emply. 28lbs and power anyplace I go.
Tourer
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 400
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From: Ms
I've pulled one many miles, just have to be a little more careful. As far as breaking, you just need to start stopping a little sooner, but it will come to you. Other than that, you can't really tell its behind you. You can find lots of info here http://forums.delphiforums.com/n/mai...towing%2Fstart
Lots of info on how to pack, tongue weight, etc. found at this site. Hope this helps and be careful.
I'd note to that I leave my bags partially empty. When we leave on day trips, we are able to put helmets in trunk and have room for jackets to. Also leaves enough room to pick up t-shirts and other junk on our trips.
Lots of info on how to pack, tongue weight, etc. found at this site. Hope this helps and be careful.
I'd note to that I leave my bags partially empty. When we leave on day trips, we are able to put helmets in trunk and have room for jackets to. Also leaves enough room to pick up t-shirts and other junk on our trips.
Last edited by DRAFT1; Mar 22, 2011 at 08:06 PM.
