Pulling a trailer
Road Master
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 1,018
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From: Southeastern Wisconsin
While buying my RK I looked at a customers bike with a hitch. My salesman caught the look on my face and cautioned me about insurance with a trailer. As I was not buying a new bike, warranty was not an issue. So do any of you guys know if you are covered while pulling a trailer?
Road Master
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 868
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From: Illinois
While buying my RK I looked at a customers bike with a hitch. My salesman caught the look on my face and cautioned me about insurance with a trailer. As I was not buying a new bike, warranty was not an issue. So do any of you guys know if you are covered while pulling a trailer?
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 3,036
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From: Earth
My insurance covers it as well with a $20.00 rider for it. The ONLY down side other than accelerated rear tire wear is about a 4-5 mpg hit depending on the wind conditions. I pull a cyclemate and it is absolutely effortless.
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 8,051
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From: Florence, MT (Bitterroot Valley)
Here's the link you need if you're even remotely thinking about getting a trailer. This one has a ton of different vendors, and you can just sit back and shop, and dial in exactly what you want. Good Luck, and when you come to Montana make sure you ride HWY12 from Lewiston, ID to Lolo, MT or visa versa. Great ride. I've met folks from all over the world that have been riding that little 200+ mile stretch of two lane winding road with a river alongside the entire way. Give me a yell (PM) when you're headed up this way.
http://www.aerobourne.com/motorcycletrailerindex9.htm
http://www.aerobourne.com/motorcycletrailerindex9.htm
Intermediate
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 25
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I have an American Legend, and I love it! Cannot tell it is behind me at all. I have pulled it all across this great country. I would not consider another brand. Great customer service!! Top notch people, I see them at most of the Big Rallies, and they always make me feel like family. Check them out or give Bob a call, he will help you in anyway he can.
Extreme HDF Member
Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 13,402
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From: Illinois
Last year I pulled a trailer for a total of 2,600 miles. I hated it so much that I gave it away.
I first used it to go to Sturgis last year. I thought it would be great to have all the extra room for my trip to Fairbanks and the Arctic Circle this year.
The Strugis trip was to be practice and learning about towing. I felt more like I was driving a car and had to pay more attention to lane placement. It was a pain to find a pull through place at the service station/restaurants. I had to mess with backing a lot.
I didn't feel that I had the quick maneuvering to avoid a road hazard or old lady in a Buick.
Many have pulled trailers for years. I have even seen a couple towing a teardrop camper. But for me never again. I ride motorcycles for the way they handle. That goes out the door with a trailer. I now stick with the MoCo's warning not to tow a trailer.
I first used it to go to Sturgis last year. I thought it would be great to have all the extra room for my trip to Fairbanks and the Arctic Circle this year.
The Strugis trip was to be practice and learning about towing. I felt more like I was driving a car and had to pay more attention to lane placement. It was a pain to find a pull through place at the service station/restaurants. I had to mess with backing a lot.
I didn't feel that I had the quick maneuvering to avoid a road hazard or old lady in a Buick.
Many have pulled trailers for years. I have even seen a couple towing a teardrop camper. But for me never again. I ride motorcycles for the way they handle. That goes out the door with a trailer. I now stick with the MoCo's warning not to tow a trailer.
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Elite HDF Member
Joined: Jun 2007
Posts: 3,873
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From: NW Arkansas
For what it is worth, the goldwingers are big on the bushtec. I agree with lh4x4. Trailers go good with trikes. Until I get to the point I need a trike, I'll just pack light. My wife has learned how to get by on less. (don't even go there
) Still had to pack her 17" laptop this year though!
) Still had to pack her 17" laptop this year though!
Road Warrior
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 1,349
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From: Sioux Center, Iowa
We've put about 70K on our Aluma with no problems. It pulls great and is light enough that I can pick up the back of the loaded trailer if I need to slide it over in a parking space.