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From: Phoenix '53, '88, '09 Big Twins
my "rules" are 2 axles, so that if you loose a tire the trailer doesn;t flip
trailer brakes
I've seen alot of wrecked trailers caused by tire or brake...the tow vehicle slows and the trailer pushes it.. then tries to go around it
I'd much rather have in bed of P/U than the wrong trailer
Mike
trailer brakes
I've seen alot of wrecked trailers caused by tire or brake...the tow vehicle slows and the trailer pushes it.. then tries to go around it
I'd much rather have in bed of P/U than the wrong trailer
Mike
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One bike is not a problem in pretty much anything. It's all up to how much you want to spend and if there's even a remote chance you'll ever need to get 2 bikes in there you'll want at least a 7x12 for that. For the reasons Mike mentioned and the fact that they ride better I prefer a dual axle, but I have 2 bikes as well. For one bike a smaller trailer will do fine and a lot of those will be single axle.
E-track, a condor wheel chock, and a good set of ties properly mounted are your best friends when loading a bike by yourself.
E-track, a condor wheel chock, and a good set of ties properly mounted are your best friends when loading a bike by yourself.
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From: Lewisberry PA
+1 on the dual axle. I have a 7*12 and i can load 2 bangers when I stagger them. When I am by myself there is plenty of room for my gear. I do wish I went to an 8*14 or 16. I always find a use for the extra room. I would also liked to have a cabinet for helmets, rain gear, leathers, air compressor......
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You'll never wish you'd gone smaller. If you're like me you'll sometimes take a friend or two on a trip.
As stated, dual axle is the way to go. If you have a flat, you can limp to a safe spot to change. Also, you can use something like Trailer Aid to drive up on and lift your flat wheel off the ground instead of messing with a jack. I had a blowout on I95 in South Carolina once. Tire Aid saved me a lot of time and got me going much sooner than if I had to set up a jack.
As stated, dual axle is the way to go. If you have a flat, you can limp to a safe spot to change. Also, you can use something like Trailer Aid to drive up on and lift your flat wheel off the ground instead of messing with a jack. I had a blowout on I95 in South Carolina once. Tire Aid saved me a lot of time and got me going much sooner than if I had to set up a jack.
Last edited by 2goldens; Mar 18, 2017 at 08:31 AM.
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6x12 V nose, preferably with 6" extra headroom. Fits a full size bagger with plenty of room to spare. Single axle but add breaks. GVWR is under 3,000 lbs so it doesn't need inspected in states that have it. These can be had for under $2K new down south. It tows very easy with a lot more vehicles due to the lighter weight. I tow mine with a Jeep Wrangler JKU. As others have said, if you want to carry 2 bikes go with at least a 7' preferably a 8' wide dual wheel model with breaks and use a full size SUV or truck to tow.
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From: OH
A 5X10 is the smallest that will work if it has a side access door on either side to get to the front to tie it down. You'll never squeeze in there unless your pocket sized if you don't.
The 6X12 is the standard that you will find. A 6X10 is enough. The Tandem axles are way more stable than a single axle. They track better and flats/blowouts at highway speeds are not catastrophic. Brakes are also nice if you can afford them although I never had them on small trailers like these. On heavy loaded trailers such as boats they are a must.
The 6X12 is the standard that you will find. A 6X10 is enough. The Tandem axles are way more stable than a single axle. They track better and flats/blowouts at highway speeds are not catastrophic. Brakes are also nice if you can afford them although I never had them on small trailers like these. On heavy loaded trailers such as boats they are a must.
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From: South California
If you are renting. I found the smallest enclosed trailer for my UC was a U-Haul
5' x 8'. Be sure to get the one with swinging doors as the roll up type takes 4" of needed space for the door. Lightweight aluminum and fiberglass, was easy to tow with my Tacoma.
5' x 8'. Be sure to get the one with swinging doors as the roll up type takes 4" of needed space for the door. Lightweight aluminum and fiberglass, was easy to tow with my Tacoma.