How to Load a Motorcycle onto a Motorcycle Trailer
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- Опубліковано 2 жов 2024
- Transport your motorcycle the right way with the right equipment. Learn how to properly load and transport your trailer as trailer expert, Sperry Hutchinson goes through every step of the process.
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quick tip. Put some cloth between the straps and the bike. You will always get friction between them causing damage.
Thanks for sharing the quick tip! :) ^AA
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Thanks 👍🏽
Yes. I had a strap scrstch up my bicycle that was attached the thd wall. I will be renting one of these to transport my big Harley from Texas to ND.
I had no idea uhaul had these. I'm planning on buying my first bike soon and this'll be perfect since nobody likes to ship them anymore. Thanks!
Same bro I was watching motovids on TikTok when I saw a guy using this to tow his Ninja400 lol I immediately went to google to see if this was foreal and then straight to UA-cam to watch this gem of a video lol good luck on getting your bike man, ride safe, have fun and ride for me too! I’m looking to get mine in about a month or so🤙🏾
Hopefully all went well, I'm doing the exact same thing today!!
Ah c’mon show the drive onto the trailer 😄
If you have a low bike be careful. I hit the bottom of my Aprilia and broke fairing stay. Put a 4" wedge under gate to reduce angle. Longer gate or optional ramps would be nice. Optional 2 bike trailer would be cool too. Otherwise this is a great trailer for a sweet rental price. Wish i could buy one.
I usually jack up the trailer tongue to reduce the angle but what you do works as well. Just love to see another Aprilia owner out in the wild! lol
Thank you for the tip Steve, I'm transporting a Ducati next week
@@apriliarider6072 Run the rear tires of the tow vehicle onto 4x6's.
Or get a higher hitch. I need to do that...my Sporty bottomed out on the frame.
I ran my rear truck tires onto double layers of 2x8"s. When I first loaded my Street Glide, I snapped the spring on my jiffy stand.
the rear straps should be pulling forward.. not backward.. it can take tension off the front straps otherwise.
That's a beautiful Shovelhead
Thanks for this, away to try it with my Energica, which is a pig at like 560lbs or something. Does each store sell straps?
Very nice bike!!!!!!!
Thank you
Do not ride an Indian Scout Bobber or any bike that sits really low onto this ramp. The corrugated steel floor will catch the front lower engine casing. I just learned this the hard way. I had no help loading my Bobber and wound up cutting two groves into a small lip that sits in front of of the engine casing. 🙁
What about a royal enfield classic 350
Thank you because I was watching this video just for a Bobber
Never tie down a motorcycle using the front forks or wheel assembly as anchor points. Always tie down from the frame. Ensure brake lines, cables or electrical wiring harness are clear of straps..
Why not use the wheel assembly?
Yeah, why?
It's completely fine to tie down using the front forks and is actually the OEM recommended tie down point for some motorcycles, such as my BMW R1200RT.
Thank you for this sound video. Any tips on unloading a motorcycle from the U-Haul RT trailer? Thank you.
I tried to rent a motorcycle trailer to haul a bike from one town to the next town over, but apparently they have to be returned to the original facility. So instead I'm stuck using a flatbed trailer. Obviously not as safe, or secure. Why is it that your motorcycle trailers are for in town use only?
Because they cost $15?? They probably don’t want the hassle of transporting trailers all over the place.
I tried to rent a motorcycle trailer BUT they don't rent trailers to jeep wrangler with soft top what's the issue here?
@@Voltomess limited roll over protection with a soft top is the reason they will give you.
@@Voltomess If you crash into something the items on the trailer could end up in the front seat with you (or take your head off.)
U-Haul has two types of motorcycle trailers. A heavy duty style that is inter-city and a lighter duty, same city motorcycle trailer. The inter-city isn't always available, but is really handy for one way rentals.
What's the weight of this trailer?
About 1100lbs empty, as I recall.
Guys, there is a YT vlogger with (as listed) 96,000 subscribers that rented a U-Haul M/C trailer , he has BMW m/c...says because the rear gate is so short there is a step angle , bike bottomed out when his front wheel crossed over the top and put a hole in his oil pan. Can this be a concern on some m/c's and how would you know if your bike would bottom out ? I noticed on this video the bike you use comes close to the trailer .
Hello Mike, thanks for your post and we appreciate your feedback. If this is a concern, we would recommend stopping by one of our local centers to inspect prior to reserving & dispatching. ^AA
If he put a hole in his oil pan, it must have been pretty weak in the first place.
Can You transport a scooter/moped with this trailer?
Yes you can if it works with dimensions Inside: 7'8" x 3'9.5" (LxW)
Ramp width: 3'9" spr.ly/6056BLohe ^NG
Is it possible to do it by yourself?
I'm sure they could've used the frame instead of those nice shiny SCRATCH-ABLE forks...which compress also.
Will a Harley Tri Glide fit inside this trailer?
When I bought my first motorcycle, a used vstar1100, it didn't pass on this ramp needed 1 inch longer. Now, I am watching the Goldwing and don't want to know about it because this is much heavier and expensive. I need a piece of wood.
Imagine driving down a major highway at 55 mph or90kmh traffic would be backed up for ever. Maybe U haul should have better equipment.
Those strap hooks will come unhooked!
Put electrical tape around the hook to keep the hook from falling off.
You will pay the price if you do not believe me.
Either that or use carabinier hook straps.
That's so wrong don't ever pull back towards rear that will pull the tension from front!!! This video should be taken down!!!
Except U-Haul only had these available for in-town or round trip use. So stupid.
you dont tie down the bikes suspension like in this video. period.
I need to rent this to transport my atv😁
What size ball is needed for the hitch?
2 inch ball
Does uhaul provide the straps?
To buy? Sure.
Could i buy that trailer not rent or are they only for rent
Brenton Purvis Rent the trailer then never return it like a Redbox and see what the fee is and once it's yours customize the paint job
I tried. U-Haul will NOT sell any of their trailers for liability reasons. When they become unserviceable, they are scrapped.
I like the way you think. May give it a try. Not sure how they will respond to "I lost it", but worth a try !!!
Why does everybody have their hypothetical panties all wet for this trailer? 😂
Just buy a cheap regular utility trailer (offerup, Craigslist, etc.) and install the Lock n Load BK1000 system or two. Or maybe just a regular motorcycle chock from harbor freight 🤷🏽♂️
Then visit a welding shop to have them custom make you a 6-7ft rear gate/ramp. Done deal.
This trailer seems to have about a 3ft ramp and it’s not even close to being enough to provide clearance for a lot of motorcycles.
Another suggestion...I had a tilting utility trailer a while back. It had a spring loaded pin that you can move back, tilt the trailer body up, drive the quad or bike up onto the trailer (which essentially becomes a ramp) and when you reach more than halfway towards the front of the trailer it would tilt down with the weight and automatically re-lock with the spring loaded pin. Here is a link to what I’m talking about, except the trailer here doesn’t have a spring loaded pin... ua-cam.com/video/kYpQSHDNIQY/v-deo.html
You can install a motorcycle wheel chock or the BK1000 system I mentioned earlier.
Hope this helps anyone and everyone! 👍🏼
Bike is sweet
super cool video, great editing and shooting!
How do you get it not to scrape from underneath while bringing it up the ramp
Put a 2×4 under the ramp to reduce the approach.
@@Membersacc luckily i had so 2x4 and was able to do so. Although it didnt seem like i needed it. All worked out thank god
I backed my rear truck tires onto a double layer of 2x6's
Sucks y’all don’t sell these trailers. $15 to rent one everytime I wanna ride MX for the day.
Why does everybody have their hypothetical panties all wet for this dumb trailer? 😅😂
Just buy a cheap regular utility trailer (offerup, Craigslist, etc.) and install the Lock n Load BK1000 system or two. They also have one for dirt bikes. Or maybe just a regular motorcycle chock from harbor freight? 🤷🏽♂️
Then visit a welding shop to have them custom make you a 7-8ft rear gate/ramp. Done deal.
This trailer seems to have about a 3ft ramp and it’s not even close to being enough to provide clearance for a lot of motorcycles.
Another suggestion...I had a tilting utility trailer a while back. It had a spring loaded pin that you can move back, tilt the trailer body up, drove the quad or bike up onto the trailer (which essentially becomes a ramp) and when you reach more than halfway towards the front of the trailer it would tilt down with the weight and automatically re-lock with the spring loaded pin. Here is a link to what I’m talking about... ua-cam.com/video/kYpQSHDNIQY/v-deo.html
You can install a motorcycle wheel chock or the BK1000 system I mentioned earlier.
Hope this helps! 👍🏼
Is that it? Just $15 for the day? Nice. I'm thinking about buying my 1st motorcycle.
Will the 5x9 trailer accommodate two standard street motorcycles (Triumph Bonnevilles)?
Yes that would work. ^AF
Oh man, thanks for the quick replay @u-haul!
Joe Venters uhaul lists trailer capacity as 950 pounds limits it to 1 motercycle.
950lbs?... Nice, That's 4 fullsize Mx Bikes
how much do they charge to rent one like this for a few hours?
Hello 2phalanges, the rate for an in town rental of the 5x9 utility ramp trailer is $24.95 plus tax. You can also add Safetow coverage for as little as $8 for $5000 worth of coverage. Hope this helps! Thanks for using U-Haul. ^KIS
one more question, can i rent a vehicle in my city and drive it to another city 2 hours away and leave it at that uhaul's branch instead of bringing back to the branch that i rented it from? and if yes will there be a fee?
If available yes, we do offer equipment that does go one-way. I do suggest reaching out to our Sales and Reservations department at 800-468-4285 or by checking availability on uhaul.com for the one-way rates we offer. ^VU
What trailer is this based of because I really want to own one but tall don't sell em
Hi, Dylan! This is our very own Motorcycle Trailer: spr.ly/60528LRzM
U-Haul designs their own trailers for durability and runs them for years. They don't sell them because they don't retire the trailers until they're unsafe, and selling an unsafe trailer would be a big liability issue.
Where'd the chopper come from?
The 70's.
Does this trailer has braakes?
What size is the hitch ball for this trailer?
I've search all over your website and can't find anything on it. Considering there are multiple hitch ball sizes, I would think this is important information to have in the trailer description. I don't want to show up with the wrong size hitch ball...
Our trailers accept hitch ball sizes from 1 7/8 inches to 2 inches. More information can found at the following link spr.ly/6058B20E2 under Towing equipment requirements-->Hitch Balls. ^MPM
Instead of pushing the bike up on the trailer , can you duck walk it up with engine power ?
Mike, thanks for your question. It would be best to walk it up instead. ^AA
Understand, Thanks for the quick response >
You're welcome! :) ^AA
Ride it up the ramp, haa
Yes, the ramp incline is so minimal I rode my 780 lbs softail right onto the trailer, just use a little finesse with the clutch and throttle
First, buy a generator shovel and hardtail that SOB. Epic beard? You know it. Equally epic ride into the sunset? Just gotta get trailer this old girl the right road. I used this exact type of trailer 6 times in the past and it was very easy to use.
Can I rent this trailer one-way from Ohio to Florida?
you can do a one way rental
Yeah but what size is the damn hitch?
2inch!!
It’s all good. We got my dad’s Goldwing loaded and brought to my house and sold. Just couldn’t ride it because the brakes had to be bled. Bad thing is mine is immobile because it sat so long and I have a pull behind Escalade trailer too we need to get. Life happens and health gets in the way.
This will not work with a sports bike
why not?
Genuinely curious as i plan on buying one soon.
It does, worked well with my ninja zx10r
@@j.vosier6786thanks
Nooice for $15 a day I may try it out very soon.
Awesome, let us know if you have any questions when you do =) ^TA
Seriously, Only 15 a day?.
What if i need to transport two motorcycles?
Make two trips. 😁
My bike fell over multiple times with this trailer
If your bike fell over multiple times with using the U-Haul trailer, then you, 1- didn't strap it down properly. 2- and/or you also didn't check and adjust the strap tension during your trip. 3- didn't use proper straps or strapping/tie down technique.
I've used U-Haul motorcycle trailers for years with zero trailer problems.
Is it possible for one person to push a 550lb bike onto this trailer? I'm 6'2 and decently strong. Obviously you would recommend 2, but is it impossible for one person to do it?
RIDE THAT BITCH UP THAT RAMP
@@DelcoTrash 😭😭😂😂😂😂😂
I just drove my softail right onto the trailer, just a little finesse with the clutch and throttle
@@timothydowd2384 i gotta tranport a 2022 softail, hopefully this works
@@j.vosier6786 yes bro it worked like a charm for my 2003 flstci softail
I know why the floor is designed that way which is great after the bike is onboard, but if I am loading my bike alone I wonder if the ribbed floor could cause a balance issue. Especially on a 800 lb bike like mine
Goldwing?
@@kegonpegs2833 A small fucking moon sounds like
I loaded my Street Glide without a problem with the ribs, but be careful if the deck is wet. It's really slippery.
What's the size of this trailer. Will it hold a Goldwing? Thanks!
Yes provided its not longer than 9 feet, 2018 specs show 101.4 inchs= 8.45 ft
Thanks!
I know that bike fell lol
That's a good looking bike.
You put the front straps on the forks?!?
For this demonstration video & motorcycle type, this was the most suitable anchor point for the front straps.