Anyone use a pull behind tow dolly (thing)? - Page 2

adouglas · May 12th, 2017, 05:45 AM

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Originally Posted by JacRyann

I have the HF trailer kit too. Bought it 15-years ago when it was less than $200. Used it for about 10-years to haul my race wheels & tool box to the track. Then I converted it to tow my bikes!

For anyone playing along at home, that's a different HF trailer than the one most people use. It's basically half of the 4x8 folding version that I have.

https://www.harborfreight.com/1195-l...ler-62648.html

djerwin02 · May 21st, 2017, 09:06 PM

I like the idea of Blue Ox towing sportloader ramp. Looks like it is very easy and simple to use, although it is expensive. Anyone using this or anything similar to it to load your bike on your truck?

adouglas · May 22nd, 2017, 05:16 AM

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As the motorbike is drawn up the route, the product rotates on a tube connected between the tail gate increasing content, decreasing the motorcycle to the bed of the collection.

Huh?

Just Gibby · May 22nd, 2017, 07:46 PM

I use a Joe Hauler, the sideways bike mount that goes into your hitch directly. Lov that thing, have dozens of trackdays hauling bikes from a 250 to 750 with no issues.

Don't have to stay in the slow lane either. LOL

GregS · May 22nd, 2017, 07:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Just Gibby

I use a Joe Hauler, the sideways bike mount that goes into your hitch directly. Lov that thing, have dozens of trackdays hauling bikes from a 250 to 750 with no issues.

Don't have to stay in the slow lane either. LOL

I saw somebody using one of those at our track this weekend. Always wondered how well they worked.

Alex · May 22nd, 2017, 08:33 PM

I think they work great on vehicles that can handle them, but it does take a reasonably heavy duty vehicle to support 500+ pounds right on the tow hitch. Effectively it's even more than the equivalent pounds of tongue weight, as the bike has to sit back a few inches off the hitch, adding leverage.

Just Gibby · May 22nd, 2017, 08:46 PM

500 lbs? LOL

Yes I agree, it takes a toll on some vehicles. I have a Chevy Blazer and the set-up works well for me but the tongue-weight is ridiculous.

I got it from a buddy years ago for $40 (the heavy duty cam-lock version is like $400 new) and figured I would try it. Fast forward....Still works great but my next vehicle will likely be a pickup. LOL

I have a $2k blazer, carrying a $2500 Ninja 250, on a $40 carrier. Every arrival is a CELEBRATION!

cheers

May 22nd, 2017, 08:33 PM	#46
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May 22nd, 2017, 08:46 PM	#47
Just Gibby ninjette.org member Name: gibby Location: San Diego Join Date: May 2017 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250 Posts: 10	... 500 lbs? LOL Yes I agree, it takes a toll on some vehicles. I have a Chevy Blazer and the set-up works well for me but the tongue-weight is ridiculous. I got it from a buddy years ago for $40 (the heavy duty cam-lock version is like $400 new) and figured I would try it. Fast forward....Still works great but my next vehicle will likely be a pickup. LOL I have a $2k blazer, carrying a $2500 Ninja 250, on a $40 carrier. Every arrival is a CELEBRATION! cheers

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djerwin02 ninjette.org newbie Name: Jerwin Location: Ga Join Date: May 2017 Motorcycle(s): ninja 300 Posts: 8	I like the idea of Blue Ox towing sportloader ramp. Looks like it is very easy and simple to use, although it is expensive. Anyone using this or anything similar to it to load your bike on your truck?

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Just Gibby ninjette.org member Name: gibby Location: San Diego Join Date: May 2017 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250 Posts: 10	I use a Joe Hauler, the sideways bike mount that goes into your hitch directly. Lov that thing, have dozens of trackdays hauling bikes from a 250 to 750 with no issues. Don't have to stay in the slow lane either. LOL