What Size Trailer for a Ninjette?

VaFish · March 20th, 2016, 02:51 PM

So I'm sitting here on a cold rainy day and just got to thinking.

My son has joined the US Army, he's in basic right now, but eventually will complete his training and be stationed some place. I know he wants to bring his bike with him. Which got me thinking about how he was going to store the bike once he got there. As a private living in the barracks I'm sure he won't have a garage. So I got to thinking about getting an enclosed trailer to store the bike in.

I figured we had a lot of riders here that haul their ninjettes to track day.

What size enclosed trailer are you using?

From looking at the specs the Ninjette is about 6'6" long so a 4x6 trailer is out.

RacinNinja · March 20th, 2016, 03:05 PM

6x8 wedge nose. I can get two bikes in there comfortably, plus tools, gear and accessories. Plus, it's the same width as my truck so I don't have to worry about anything sticking out farther than the tow rig and my mirrors still work great.

subxero · March 20th, 2016, 03:23 PM

^ this would be enough. I wouldn't go any smaller personally as it can get a little tight moving around the bike in the trailer.

You could get away with just a rear door as well, no real need for a side door.

csmith12 · March 20th, 2016, 04:25 PM

6x12 v-nose here, during the track season it doubles as my mobile motel room for 2 bikes and 2 riders + all gear. My buddy tows a 4x8 enclosed for his single bike/gear and also sleeps in it (unloaded) while at the track. It's kinda tight but is more than enough room.

VaFish · March 20th, 2016, 05:47 PM

Didn't think about him using it as a camper. hmmm, that adds other options.

HoneyBadgerRy · March 20th, 2016, 05:52 PM

Just have him park the bike next to his bed in the ant farm. I'm sure his superiors and bunkmate would love it.

AwDang · March 21st, 2016, 03:21 AM

get a van.
An Astro EXT or full size. It'll do everything and store the bike.

VaFish · March 21st, 2016, 04:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AwDang

get a van.
An Astro EXT or full size. It'll do everything and store the bike.

That's a thought. Might be easier on parking rules, ie they might not allow trailers in the barracks parking lot, only off site in some storage lot.

AwDang · March 21st, 2016, 04:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VaFish

That's a thought. Might be easier on parking rules, ie they might not allow trailers in the barracks parking lot, only off site in some storage lot.

Except for the gas mileage on a day to day basis. A self motivating enclosed trailer is the way to go.
The long Astro will hold a sport bike inside comfortably. If he moves up to a 90's full size ($1000-$2500) He can go with a standard length for 1 bike and still camp inside. We're using a 1 ton extended length for 2 bikes and camping space.

VaFish · March 21st, 2016, 05:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AwDang

Except for the gas mileage on a day to day basis. A self motivating enclosed trailer is the way to go.
The long Astro will hold a sport bike inside comfortably. If he moves up to a 90's full size ($1000-$2500) He can go with a standard length for 1 bike and still camp inside. We're using a 1 ton extended length for 2 bikes and camping space.

Not finding many used enclosed trailers on CL. New ones are $2,500 and up, for twice that price there are lots of vans that look pretty decent without too high of mileage.

I'm liking this van idea.

How bad does the gas smell get? I suppose a roof vent would be a good idea. Maybe a solar powered vent fan.

AwDang · March 21st, 2016, 05:07 AM

I don't notice a gas smell from the bikes. I do get it from the extra fuel cans I bring with.

If he did someting like this

Then tint or wrap the windows he can have room for the bike on one side and a bed or hammock on the other plus fridge/camp stove, storage bins.

image search motovan

Astro

1 bike in a 1/2 ton

2 bikes and gear in a long 1 ton

subxero · March 21st, 2016, 05:51 AM

As cool as I think the van idea is, it is also more expensive and a lot more upkeep.

Taking care of a simple single axle enclosed trailer is pretty minimal, taking on another vehicle on the other hand, not so much. JMO

HoneyBadgerRy · March 21st, 2016, 06:01 AM

You don't have to worry about the vans gas mileage, because the ninja gets 55+ mpg.

VaFish · March 21st, 2016, 09:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by subxero

As cool as I think the van idea is, it is also more expensive and a lot more upkeep.

Taking care of a simple single axle enclosed trailer is pretty minimal, taking on another vehicle on the other hand, not so much. JMO

The downside to the trailer is where it will have to be stored. Can't be left in the barracks parking lot, will have to be stored in a storage lot on base. Not as convenient to get to your bike. Since he doesn't have a car right now, the van would be his primary vehicle and bike storage.

I'm just kicking ideas around right now. It won't be needed for about 4 months.

March 20th, 2016, 02:51 PM	#1
VaFish ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Tom Location: Northern Virginia Join Date: Jul 2015 Motorcycle(s): 2001 Ninja 250, 2019 Harley Ultra Classic, 2001 Suzuki SV650 Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jan '16	What Size Trailer for a Ninjette? So I'm sitting here on a cold rainy day and just got to thinking. My son has joined the US Army, he's in basic right now, but eventually will complete his training and be stationed some place. I know he wants to bring his bike with him. Which got me thinking about how he was going to store the bike once he got there. As a private living in the barracks I'm sure he won't have a garage. So I got to thinking about getting an enclosed trailer to store the bike in. I figured we had a lot of riders here that haul their ninjettes to track day. What size enclosed trailer are you using? From looking at the specs the Ninjette is about 6'6" long so a 4x6 trailer is out.

March 20th, 2016, 03:05 PM	#2
RacinNinja Vintage Screwball Name: B Location: Washington Join Date: Feb 2016 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Ninja 250, 2008 Ninja 250, 2019 KTM 1290SDR, 2017 FZ10 Posts: A lot. MOTM - Mar '16	6x8 wedge nose. I can get two bikes in there comfortably, plus tools, gear and accessories. Plus, it's the same width as my truck so I don't have to worry about anything sticking out farther than the tow rig and my mirrors still work great. __________________________________________________ Goin' fast on slow bikes!

March 20th, 2016, 03:23 PM	#3
subxero dirty boy Name: Joe Location: Johnstown, PA Join Date: Sep 2012 Motorcycle(s): I don't even know anymore?? Posts: A lot. MOTM - Apr '14	^ this would be enough. I wouldn't go any smaller personally as it can get a little tight moving around the bike in the trailer. You could get away with just a rear door as well, no real need for a side door. __________________________________________________ I love the smell of burning pre-mix in the morning I don't think I'm a lot dumber than you thought that I think that I thought I was once.

March 20th, 2016, 04:25 PM	#4
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	6x12 v-nose here, during the track season it doubles as my mobile motel room for 2 bikes and 2 riders + all gear. My buddy tows a 4x8 enclosed for his single bike/gear and also sleeps in it (unloaded) while at the track. It's kinda tight but is more than enough room. __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

March 20th, 2016, 05:52 PM	#6
HoneyBadgerRy ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Ryan Location: Beaufort SC Join Date: Aug 2015 Motorcycle(s): 05 Ninja 250, 04 KTM 625 SMC, 01 Xc250 Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 3	Just have him park the bike next to his bed in the ant farm. I'm sure his superiors and bunkmate would love it. __________________________________________________ Because Unregistered sucks at riding.

March 20th, 2016, 05:47 PM	#5
VaFish ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Tom Location: Northern Virginia Join Date: Jul 2015 Motorcycle(s): 2001 Ninja 250, 2019 Harley Ultra Classic, 2001 Suzuki SV650 Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jan '16	Didn't think about him using it as a camper. hmmm, that adds other options.

March 21st, 2016, 03:21 AM	#7
AwDang ninjette.org guru Name: Pat Location: SW VA Join Date: Feb 2015 Motorcycle(s): 286, 296, 599, 799 Posts: 436	get a van. An Astro EXT or full size. It'll do everything and store the bike.

March 21st, 2016, 05:07 AM	#11
AwDang ninjette.org guru Name: Pat Location: SW VA Join Date: Feb 2015 Motorcycle(s): 286, 296, 599, 799 Posts: 436	I don't notice a gas smell from the bikes. I do get it from the extra fuel cans I bring with. If he did someting like this Then tint or wrap the windows he can have room for the bike on one side and a bed or hammock on the other plus fridge/camp stove, storage bins. image search motovan Astro 1 bike in a 1/2 ton 2 bikes and gear in a long 1 ton

March 21st, 2016, 05:51 AM	#12
subxero dirty boy Name: Joe Location: Johnstown, PA Join Date: Sep 2012 Motorcycle(s): I don't even know anymore?? Posts: A lot. MOTM - Apr '14	As cool as I think the van idea is, it is also more expensive and a lot more upkeep. Taking care of a simple single axle enclosed trailer is pretty minimal, taking on another vehicle on the other hand, not so much. JMO __________________________________________________ I love the smell of burning pre-mix in the morning I don't think I'm a lot dumber than you thought that I think that I thought I was once.

March 21st, 2016, 06:01 AM	#13
HoneyBadgerRy ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Ryan Location: Beaufort SC Join Date: Aug 2015 Motorcycle(s): 05 Ninja 250, 04 KTM 625 SMC, 01 Xc250 Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 3	You don't have to worry about the vans gas mileage, because the ninja gets 55+ mpg. __________________________________________________ Because Unregistered sucks at riding.

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