I’ve used my HF trailer few times and no regrets for my sportsbike. I still using it as foldable but in few years going to get it permanently down. Just need to do some modification such as maybe some welded side bars or something but time comes I’ll figure it out. I’ve had no real issue other than the wiring. I noted someone said about not being good for highway/long distance traveling due to wheel hub setting on fire, which I suppose will happen if not properly lubbed. I have few videos on my channel on work on the trailer (back in 2020) and it was simply mod. I use winch to get bike up on it; little bit of a hassle but it’s classic case of work smarter than harder.
Bought the same trailer to pick up my Suzuki M90. What size bolts did you use for anchoring the wood to the frame? Also, what size for tie down hoops? For mounting the wheel choke in front did you mount to just the wood or frame as well?
Hey 👋🏼…to be honest, I cannot remember the size. I didn’t cheap out on them either, maybe 1/2” width for the bolts?…I have since sold the trailer, sadly, due to moving to Europe. My wheel chock I mounted to the frame as well, at least on the top (so I had 3 points of contact with frame) 2x being the side tie down loops(also through frame)
@@motorview40 i am buying another one as i sold the last one many years ago. i want to use expanded wire mesh sheet instead of wood if i can get the sheet for a reasonable price
This trailers are not suitable for highway use. The wheel hub can potentially caught fire at high speed. Just like everything else from harbor freight, this product is junk . Spare your self grief and buy a real utility trailer, Lowe’s Home Depot and Leonard have $650 utility trailers that are actually good quality
Yes I once tried to take multiple harbour freight products up to highway speed and they almost all caught fire, first microwave I tested I couldn’t get above 55 MPH without the handlebars shaking and the second one was a Stick welding machine that ultimately didn’t move at all.
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I’ve used my HF trailer few times and no regrets for my sportsbike. I still using it as foldable but in few years going to get it permanently down. Just need to do some modification such as maybe some welded side bars or something but time comes I’ll figure it out. I’ve had no real issue other than the wiring. I noted someone said about not being good for highway/long distance traveling due to wheel hub setting on fire, which I suppose will happen if not properly lubbed. I have few videos on my channel on work on the trailer (back in 2020) and it was simply mod. I use winch to get bike up on it; little bit of a hassle but it’s classic case of work smarter than harder.
Nice Work! Mine is ordered and I get it my the end of the month. I appreciate the tips!
Thanks man! Love mine
Did you use self tappers through the frame or is there a washer and nut on the opposite side?
My apologies for the delayed reply. I did use a washer with nylon lock nuts on the opposite sides.
Bought the same trailer to pick up my Suzuki M90. What size bolts did you use for anchoring the wood to the frame? Also, what size for tie down hoops? For mounting the wheel choke in front did you mount to just the wood or frame as well?
Hey 👋🏼…to be honest, I cannot remember the size. I didn’t cheap out on them either, maybe 1/2” width for the bolts?…I have since sold the trailer, sadly, due to moving to Europe. My wheel chock I mounted to the frame as well, at least on the top (so I had 3 points of contact with frame) 2x being the side tie down loops(also through frame)
Good information, but the video is too shaky. Set up on the tripod for the whole video, dont hold it. 👍
i just cut a 4in wide slit and let my front tire sink into the wood. worked perfect.
That’s a suitable example for not spending money on a wheel chock, nice work!
@@motorview40 worked really well for my dirtbike.
@@motorview40 i am buying another one as i sold the last one many years ago. i want to use expanded wire mesh sheet instead of wood if i can get the sheet for a reasonable price
@@narcissistinjurygiver2932 that would save on the weight for sure!
@@motorview40 yea, I am trying to figure out how mush a sheet of it would cost. i think it would be really better than wood
Are those EU plates on your Jeep?
Yes they were temporary plates coming back from Germany
And did you use them on US roads? :)
@@zteburner5882 of course, had to.
This trailers are not suitable for highway use. The wheel hub can potentially caught fire at high speed. Just like everything else from harbor freight, this product is junk . Spare your self grief and buy a real utility trailer, Lowe’s Home Depot and Leonard have $650 utility trailers that are actually good quality
Thank you for that recommendation, I will look into those trailers if I end up needing one for more longer distance traveling.
@Nicholas T Agreed. I accidentally was going 70 for awhile and had no issues.
Yes I once tried to take multiple harbour freight products up to highway speed and they almost all caught fire, first microwave I tested I couldn’t get above 55 MPH without the handlebars shaking and the second one was a Stick welding machine that ultimately didn’t move at all.