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AJ Babaganoosh · 01-14-2008, 12:32 PM

I use a small 5x8 trailer with a fold down ramp. I used to think it would be less trouble using my truck and not having to mess with a trailer, but after loading ATV's and bikes in both, I would never go back to using my truck unless I just had to. The trailer is much easier.

Regardless of what you use, be careful tightening your tie downs, especially if you tie to the handlebars. I have bent two handlebars by tying to the grips and cinching them down too tight with ratcheting tie downs. I would not fully compress the front suspension.

I also recommend a front tire chock if you are going to be loading by yourself. I built one for my trailer. I just drive the bike into it and get off. The bike stays upright and stable with no kick stand. Tie downs can then be put on and symmetrically tightened without any difficulty.

01-14-2008, 12:32 PM	#19 (permalink)
AJ Babaganoosh Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Meridian, MS Bike: Red 07 FZ6 (#2) Posts: 92 Rep Power: 5 Member #621	I use a small 5x8 trailer with a fold down ramp. I used to think it would be less trouble using my truck and not having to mess with a trailer, but after loading ATV's and bikes in both, I would never go back to using my truck unless I just had to. The trailer is much easier. Regardless of what you use, be careful tightening your tie downs, especially if you tie to the handlebars. I have bent two handlebars by tying to the grips and cinching them down too tight with ratcheting tie downs. I would not fully compress the front suspension. I also recommend a front tire chock if you are going to be loading by yourself. I built one for my trailer. I just drive the bike into it and get off. The bike stays upright and stable with no kick stand. Tie downs can then be put on and symmetrically tightened without any difficulty. __________________ Red 07 - It goes to 11.