Trailer Size Question
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Trailer Size Question
I'm looking at buying an open trailer and wanted to know if anyone has put 2 touring bikes on a 6 x 12 trailer? The price difference between a 5 x 10 and a 6 x 12 is only about $100 so I figured if I can get one that can haul 2 I may as well go ahead and get it.
Appreciate any feedback.
Appreciate any feedback.
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I have an enclosed 6x12 and can get 2 dressers inside. The 1st goes forward front left and the 2nd backwards on left with the front more towards rear. Open may provide opportunity to get side by side both forward but for enclosed the fairings are the constraint.
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Exactly what I was hoping. I have a 16 x 7 enclosed and you can put them both in forward, just staggered, but the fairings are close to the wall. I just want something lighter so I can tow with my small SUV when need be. Thanks for the info.
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At $100 difference, I'd go with the larger trailer. Almost never have I wished for a smaller trailer, but many times I've wished for bigger.
Beware the axle strength and tire sidewalls. Just because you can physically fit two bikes (or more) on the deck doesn't mean the trailer can handle the weight.
Beware the axle strength and tire sidewalls. Just because you can physically fit two bikes (or more) on the deck doesn't mean the trailer can handle the weight.
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At $100 difference, I'd go with the larger trailer. Almost never have I wished for a smaller trailer, but many times I've wished for bigger.
Beware the axle strength and tire sidewalls. Just because you can physically fit two bikes (or more) on the deck doesn't mean the trailer can handle the weight.
Beware the axle strength and tire sidewalls. Just because you can physically fit two bikes (or more) on the deck doesn't mean the trailer can handle the weight.
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I just did what ur thinking and made a trip to FL. You're in Ohio so just go here and get the 77"x12', the spare is an extra C note. Stagger the chocks .... on one half of the trailer center a chock 12" from the front. On the other half center the chock 24" from the front. I did the tongue weight work for 2 dressers so you're good to go ....
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I just did what ur thinking and made a trip to FL. You're in Ohio so just go here and get the 77"x12', the spare is an extra C note. Stagger the chocks .... on one half of the trailer center a chock 12" from the front. On the other half center the chock 24" from the front. I did the tongue weight work for 2 dressers so you're good to go ....
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2 years ago I rented an enclosed single axle 6 x 12 trailer. I put my Road King Classic and my brother's Street Bob in it, staggered with room to spare. Pulled the bikes 2200 miles to Daytona and back with no problems.
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