How to Trailer a Motorcycle

Thứ bảy - 27/04/2024 01:10
A motorcycle tied down incorrectly to your trailer could result in your motorcycle shifting or tipping over during a trip down the highway, or even falling out of your trailer. To keep your motorcycle tied down safely on a trailer during...

A motorcycle tied down incorrectly to your trailer could result in your motorcycle shifting or tipping over during a trip down the highway, or even falling out of your trailer. To keep your motorcycle tied down safely on a trailer during road trips, learn the correct procedures. Learn to pick an appropriate trailer, secure your bike to it, and drive safely.

Part 1
Part 1 of 3:

Picking a Trailer

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Part 2
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Securing the Bike

  1. Step 4 Put the side stand down and attach the straps.
    [6] A general rule for strapping anything is to attach the straps as high as possible on the bike and as low as possible on the trailer for the greatest holding power. Use an "X" pattern for maximum stability.
    • Start with the front left strap (as viewed from a sitting position on the bike). Secure one end of the strap to the trailer and the other to a rigid point on the frame or triple tree.
    • Tighten the front left strap until it is taut. Next, attach the front right strap in the same manner as the front left strap. Since your bike is on the side stand it will be leaning to the left but in the end, we want the bike to be perfectly vertical when secured.
    • You may want to use some soft loops on the motorcycle end of the strap, to protect the bike, then attach the ratchet strap to the soft loop.
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Part 3
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Driving With a Trailered Bike

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Warnings

  • Check the rules and requirements for pulling a trailer in your area before loading your motorcycle on one. Not abiding the rules of your area could result in a ticket or fine.
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  • When bringing the ratchet straps tight, don't tighten them so hard to a point where you begin to bend certain components of your motorcycle.
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Things You'll Need

  • Trailer
  • Motorcycle
  • Ramp
  • Wheel chock
  • Ratchet straps
  • Soft loops

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