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Need to trailer bike - Uhaul?

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    Re: Need to trailer bike - Uhaul?

    Yes, get a motorcycle trailer for a motorcycle.

    The motorcycle trailers have a built in loading ramp and a wheel chock.

    You can make it work with other trailers, but the motorcycle trailer is by far the easiest.

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    Re: Need to trailer bike - Uhaul?

    I used a motorcycle trailer to tow a RC 51 with a VW GTI. THE motorcycle trailer is about 550lbs and the lightest non motorcycle open trailer is near 1000lbs . Use for straps and loops if possible to strap the bike down. You can find YouTube videos to give youan idea on how to do it

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    Re: Need to trailer bike - Uhaul?

    The smaller 4'x7' trailer has good tie down points for a bike. You will just need a board to get your bike loaded in the back because it does not have a ramp. The trailer is pretty low so it is not too bad. I have not used a motorcycle specific Uhail trailer so I can't comment on that.

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    Re: Need to trailer bike - Uhaul?

    Thanks guys!

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    Re: Need to trailer bike - Uhaul?

    In terms of tying it down, do I want to compress the front (and rear) suspension to "pull" the bike down into the trailer when I tie it? So that the bike's own suspension helps absorb bumps in the road and whatnot?

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    Re: Need to trailer bike - Uhaul?

    You want to compress the forks about half way. Don't bottom them out, just make sure they are fairly snug, this will prevent the suspension from bouncing while towing and allowing the hooks on the straps to come off whatever they are hooked to. Don't worry about compressing the rear. Just run a strap or two to keep the tire from bouncing up and down or left to right. For the rear, I usually just run one across left to right, wrap it around the wheel/tire once, then to the other side.

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    Re: Need to trailer bike - Uhaul?

    Quote Originally Posted by number9 View Post
    In terms of tying it down, do I want to compress the front (and rear) suspension to "pull" the bike down into the trailer when I tie it? So that the bike's own suspension helps absorb bumps in the road and whatnot?
    Yep. Pull the front suspension down and forward into the wheel chock. I compress the suspension 1/3 of travel. Toe down the rear to the side and forward but not as muh forward as the front suspension just too keep the rear from bouncing sideways.

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    Re: Need to trailer bike - Uhaul?

    Last but not least, U-Haul is showing that I only got a 6-hour rental. Should I call them and say I want it for ~24?

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    Re: Need to trailer bike - Uhaul?

    I would call to verify your rental so that you don't get overcharged.

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    Re: Need to trailer bike - Uhaul?

    Quote Originally Posted by number9 View Post
    Last but not least, U-Haul is showing that I only got a 6-hour rental. Should I call them and say I want it for ~24?
    You should be able to reserve for 24 hour periods, at least I have been. Maybe there is another reservation after you that does not allow you to reserve for longer.

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    Re: Need to trailer bike - Uhaul?

    I do not believe that you really need to tie the rear of the bike down. I don't bother anymore. I simply loop a tie down through the rear tire to keep the bike from moving laterally.



    I have also secured my front wheel to the wheel chock without compressing the front end and used four tie downs crossed to keep the bike from moving front/back. Also worked well, but was a lot more time consuming to tie down.

    Walk around the garages at a track day. You'll see about 500 different ways to secure a bike. Most doing the job just fine.

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    Re: Need to trailer bike - Uhaul?

    Quote Originally Posted by nhbubba View Post
    I do not believe that you really need to tie the rear of the bike down. I don't bother anymore. I simply loop a tie down through the rear tire to keep the bike from moving laterally.
    Thanks for the picture. That's what I was trying to describe for what I do for the rear as well.

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    Re: Need to trailer bike - Uhaul?

    I've had bikes jump around and slide on trailers. I would suggest using a strap at each "corner". For the amount of time it takes its well worth the effort. Just my 2c.

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    Re: Need to trailer bike - Uhaul?

    If using the uhaul specific motorcycle trailer, there are plenty of tie down points for the front and rear. I just used the rear pegs when I picked up my FZ. I suggest securing front and rear of the bike in this trailer as it does like to bounce.

    I do not secure the rear when using my own trailer.

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    Re: Need to trailer bike - Uhaul?

    Quote Originally Posted by OneCheekRider View Post
    If using the uhaul specific motorcycle trailer, there are plenty of tie down points for the front and rear. I just used the rear pegs when I picked up my FZ. I suggest securing front and rear of the bike in this trailer as it does like to bounce.

    I do not secure the rear when using my own trailer.

    Need to trailer bike - Uhaul?-uploadfromtaptalk1409076913997-jpg
    Is that a Lincoln? If so, shouldn't you be towing a Goldwing?

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    Re: Need to trailer bike - Uhaul?

    Quote Originally Posted by number9 View Post
    Is that a Lincoln? If so, shouldn't you be towing a Goldwing?
    Yup, got the Town Car when my father passed. Unfortunately, I had to sell it. That thing was so comfortable.

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    Re: Need to trailer bike - Uhaul?

    Quote Originally Posted by kazspeed View Post
    So I am currently looking for an F4i, most of the ones I am looking at happen to be 50+ miles away...

    That being said I would need to trailer it back to my house. Has anyone used a UHAUL trailer before to trailer a bike? Is it possible?
    This is where putting your location in your profile would be to your benefit.....

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    Re: Need to trailer bike - Uhaul?

    I need to install my trailer hitch today: it's this one. What receiver should I get? What should I use for a drop?

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    Re: Need to trailer bike - Uhaul?

    Any 1 1/4" receiver should fit that hitch. Whatever the home center or auto parts stores have should work.

    Drop totally depends on your vehicle. Ideally you want the trailer level with the trailer and vehicle loaded.

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    Re: Need to trailer bike - Uhaul?

    Quote Originally Posted by number9 View Post
    I need to install my trailer hitch today: it's this one. What receiver should I get? What should I use for a drop?
    You can use my drawbar. It is a 4 inch drop.

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    Need to trailer bike - Uhaul?

    How is it possible this thread has gone on for 45 (now 46) posts? Every time a trailer thread comes up it needs to be discussed ad-fucking-nauseam about tying a motorcycle down. Even more surprising, some of you still do it wrong.

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    Re: Need to trailer bike - Uhaul?

    Quote Originally Posted by Pinned View Post
    How is it possible this thread has gone on for 45 (now 46) posts? Every time a trailer thread comes up it needs to be discussed ad-fucking-nauseam about tying a motorcycle down. Even more surprising, some of you still do it wrong.
    It's the internet. Just the way it is.

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    Re: Need to trailer bike - Uhaul?

    I have taken public transportation and just rode it back.

    Bring some good nails,screws and 2x4 and just imprison the tires

    Drive 5 miles get out and double check the tie downs

    Rent a truck or van both ways

    There was a guy who pulled all the seats out of a mini van removed handle bars and drove a Vstrom across the country

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    Re: Need to trailer bike - Uhaul?

    Quote Originally Posted by Pinned View Post
    How is it possible this thread has gone on for 45 (now 46) posts? Every time a trailer thread comes up it needs to be discussed ad-fucking-nauseam about tying a motorcycle down. Even more surprising, some of you still do it wrong.
    You should hav seen me trying to tie this fucker down. It was a train wreck into a dumpster fire.

    In other news, pontifex is the man.

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    Re: Need to trailer bike - Uhaul?

    What kind of tiedowns are folks using? Checked amazon seemed to be in a bazillions

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