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Jun 3, 2009 | 01:31 AM

#11

Yamhill Guy

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From: Yamhill, OR

I've trailered a couple bikes in both an open trailer and enclosed trailer. In the open trailer, I found it worked best when I could get the strap hooked onto the frame. Trying to cinch down on one of the tie downs screwed to the side of the trailer resulted in the tie down coming off.

I also always engage first gear. It shouldn't make any difference since the bike shouldn't move anyway, but it makes for better peace of mind.

Jun 3, 2009 | 12:22 PM

#12

gmc

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From: Salt Lake City, UT. Dushore, Pa.

Your friend must have a way to secure the front tire, strap to front rail etc. You don't want the tire turning or slipping sideways. Does it have a wood floor, if so you can cut a 2/4 and screw one on each side then stack another on top for a cheap fix. HF also has a inexperienc wheel chock.

Jun 5, 2009 | 03:01 AM

#13

xxxflhrci

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Originally Posted by gmc

I dont' use a chock and don't strap the front wheel to anything. I have never had the front tire turn sideways in thousands of miles of bike hauling.

Jun 5, 2009 | 04:26 AM

#14

BillyG0856

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From: Old River-Winfree, Tx

Here's a couple of ideas for ya. As mentioned above, you could buy a wheel chock...use it on your trip, then 'donate' it to your friend for his use. Or, you could buy the chock....mount it to a 'square' of 3/4" plywood....lay or mount it on the trailer for use...then remove it when your finished.

I have this chock from Harbor Freight....and my buddies and I have bought an extra to keep @ work. Harleys, Valkryes, VTXs, Kawasaki, BMW....Works GREAT!!!

Good Luck!!

Billy G