Who's Used This?

[KnuckleBallz]

Seems like a simple solution to loading my bike into my truck by myself. Walk up the left ramp, bike up the right. I've only got experience with trailers though so what do I know? Probably put some grip tape on too for a bit more piece of mind.

http://www.harborfreight.com/1200-lb...amp-94057.html

(bike is an fz6, so 500ish lbs)

[TTD]

I use two ramps but they are not attached (assuming those are?).

That seems like the walking ramp would be too close to the bike.

I just use 2x10 wood ramps with metal ramp ends attached.

[jbmass]

They're 6 foot, without an arch. They work, but I'd rather have a longer one that folds with the arch.

[sdog30]

I only use the one ramp. I put it in first and drive it up while holding it from the left side.

I'm really tall, though, so stepping up into the truck isn't too hard.

[TTD]

Once you use two ramps, you'll never go back.

With two ramps it's basically like walking your motorcycle along a flat path.

[union]

I use a dirtbike stand as a step. Im short.

[Cerberus]

I use two ramps but they are not attached (assuming those are?).

That seems like the walking ramp would be too close to the bike.

I just use 2x10 wood ramps with metal ramp ends attached.

this

[breakdirt916]

why do you want those?

ramp technology has (sort of) advanced beyond that

1.) arched ramps help (a little bit) with the angle at the top to keep your exhaust from scraping once you're near the top
2.) the longer the ramp, the more it's your friend. Most newer ramps are at least 7' in length
3.) storage - most newer ramps fold in half (the long way)
4.) stability - newer ramps usually look like ladders, so that the wheels grip them better. They also have cambuckle tie downs attached to the ramps, so they don't move when you're loading them.

[dannyjm]

why do you want those?

ramp technology has (sort of) advanced beyond that

1.) arched ramps help (a little bit) with the angle at the top to keep your exhaust from scraping once you're near the top
2.) the longer the ramp, the more it's your friend. Most newer ramps are at least 7' in length
3.) storage - most newer ramps fold in half (the long way)
4.) stability - newer ramps usually look like ladders, so that the wheels grip them better. They also have cambuckle tie downs attached to the ramps, so they don't move when you're loading them.

Yeah, I don't know. I just bought a pair of 7.5 ft long arched aluminum ladder ramps and width is a problem. They recommend you strap them together. When you do that you only have 22" of width and like 35racer said, it puts you too close to the bike. I'm using mine with a trailer.

[Pigman]

Yeah, I don't know. I just bought a pair of 7.5 ft long arched aluminum ladder ramps and width is a problem. They recommend you strap them together. When you do that you only have 22" of width and like 35racer said, it puts you too close to the bike. I'm using mine with a trailer.

After having a few sets of ramps I have found due to weight and use these are the best i have used... easy to move light enough to carry both and strong.

[nhbubba]

I built my own 7' ramp out of scrap 2x4's and plywood for the cost of some aluminum ramp ends from HD. I think they set me back $30. The lumber and other materials might have been worth $20.

Here is a good link: http://www.bikercamps.com/diy-motorcycle-ramp

I made mine way thinner; only 16" wide.

Into a truck I would think that 2 ramps or a really wide ramp would make it far easier. Into my trailer the step up is no biggie. I don't worry about scraping the exhaust on my bike. YMMV there.

[tsorfas]

I only use the one ramp. I put it in first and drive it up while holding it from the left side.

I'm really tall, though, so stepping up into the truck isn't too hard.

And fucking strong. I can do that with the hawk cause its light but def not with a 600/1000

[TTD]

Personally, I don't like the aluminum "ladder style" ramps. At least not when using the two ramp method. They make it much harder to walk on one as you have to be careful where you step.

[KnuckleBallz]

I use two ramps but they are not attached (assuming those are?).

That seems like the walking ramp would be too close to the bike..

They are attached, but detachable, so you can space them however you want.

I only use the one ramp. I put it in first and drive it up while holding it from the left side.

I'm really tall, though, so stepping up into the truck isn't too hard.

Thought about that, but really want to minimize room for error as a lot of the loading/unloading will be far from home.

why do you want those?

ramp technology has (sort of) advanced beyond that

1.) arched ramps help (a little bit) with the angle at the top to keep your exhaust from scraping once you're near the top
2.) the longer the ramp, the more it's your friend. Most newer ramps are at least 7' in length
3.) storage - most newer ramps fold in half (the long way)
4.) stability - newer ramps usually look like ladders, so that the wheels grip them better. They also have cambuckle tie downs attached to the ramps, so they don't move when you're loading them.

Thanks for the info- I asked because I don't know what's going on with ramp technology these days. I.e arches, etc. I'll check out some other ramps, see how they compare. Definitely worth all the bells and whistles? I really don't need anything wicked fancy.

I built my own 7' ramp out of scrap 2x4's and plywood for the cost of some aluminum ramp ends from HD. I think they set me back $30. The lumber and other materials might have been worth $20.

Here is a good link: http://www.bikercamps.com/diy-motorcycle-ramp

I made mine way thinner; only 16" wide.

Into a truck I would think that 2 ramps or a really wide ramp would make it far easier. Into my trailer the step up is no biggie. I don't worry about scraping the exhaust on my bike. YMMV there.

Thanks, checking this out.

[nhbubba]

Downside of DIY ramps is that they are heavy and do not fold. Upside is they are cheap(er).

Although, honestly, a 2x8 or 2x10 will do the job too.

[Rada]

I am in the minority but I just ride the bike up the ramp....
Strap the ramp to the truck then ride it right up...

Your mileage may very greatly...

[nhbubba]

Do what these guys do.

[nhbubba]

Fer serious though, I found sdog30 on video:



Nice viffer man.

[KnuckleBallz]

Do what these guys do.

Wow, some of those dudes are idiots. That last guy even had a sloped driveway....probably should have parked at the bottom there, bud.

[OneCheekRider]

I use a ReadyRamp (it doubles as a bed extender) and step on a cooler while walking it up. Admittedly, I always make sure I have someone there in case I need an extra hand. I have a full sized truck so the ramp is just over 7' long. I really like it as both a ramp and bed extender as it folds nicely and has a 1000lb capacity

[KnuckleBallz]

That looks pretty nice- I'm going to be solo for a lot of the loading and unloading though, so I'm really leaning towards a two ramp system.

[wil11748]

This is exactly the ramp I use. It's wide enough that you can have both your feet on the ramps (while sitting on the bike). It's the most comfortable way I've found to put the bike on or off the truck.

[Garandman]

Seems like a simple solution to loading my bike into my truck by myself. Walk up the left ramp, bike up the right. I've only got experience with trailers though so what do I know? Probably put some grip tape on too for a bit more piece of mind.

http://www.harborfreight.com/1200-lb...amp-94057.html

(bike is an fz6, so 500ish lbs)

I load into a Ford Transit Connect (low) and Chevy Express van (higher). A 4wd pickup is higher still. No way I'd want 6' ramps on anything taller than the TC.

7' folding Al Tractor Supply ramp on TC.

[reks95]

What kinds of bikes can you fit into a TC? I seem to remember picks from somebody trying to fit a strom in one and it was hanging out like 6"...

[nhbubba]

Those picts were from him. IIRC he had to use the front wheel as an arm rest between the seats too.

The other day I hobbled together my 2nd DIY ramp. I cut this one down to 16" wide. I just slopped some exterior paint onto it. Tomorrow I'll lay another coat and dribble stone dust down it for traction.