It's funny because even though it looks like it's really heavy it's actually not too bad. I can still pick up the frame and carry it around the shop without too much issue and I will be sub 275 lb curb weight. It looks a little bit beefy but the only tubing that is over 1/8 inch wall is the tongue.SONIC. said:I love it.
Roughly 4 times heavier and stronger than necessary lol you build like I build and I like it.
ridesolo said:
It may be a little late, but I think you may want to do a slight re-think on the tie-down crossbar at the front. Two things: First, I think you'll find it a bit more effective if you move it forward just a bit, perhaps up to directly under that 2x2 upright. Right now it looks like it would be more or less directly under the hauled bike's axle and by moving it forward a bit you'll still be able to pull down on the forks but also pull the front wheel securely forward into your front chock for a more secure tie-down. Second, and I speak from experience, you may want to explore making some way to hinge the ends of the bar either forward toward the hitch, or angled up, or back toward the rear when not in use. Your shins will thank you. Those things permanently hanging out there like that are going to be shin/ankle magnets. It's like that hitch sticking out the back of a pick-up... no matter how long it's been there and no matter how well-aware you are that it's there it's going to get your attention in the worst way at the worst possible time.
irk miller said:I don't disagree with Corey, but being I'm already $2 in the hole, I won't make any bets on his evaluation of that crossbar.
pidjones said:On my HF hauler, I cross front and rear straps to hold from going either way. Remember, you (at least should) have more braking power than accelerating, so the bike going forward on a panic stop is a bit more likely, even with the chock. I also have a straight strap down from the triple. This is to secure a 600 lb. GL1000, and so far has done very well. Since I built it on a 40x48 HF frame, I didn't need arms to tie to for side-to side support. Also added side walk-boards and ramps because I'd seen too many YouTube videos of people dropping bikes loading. Gave me the added benefit that I can put the kick stand down for support on the left board, and load or unload by myself.
This.pidjones said:I cross front and rear straps to hold from going either way. Remember, you (at least should) have more braking power than accelerating, so the bike going forward on a panic stop is a bit more likely, even with the chock.
Redbird said:This.
I always use 4 anchor points. More for "piece of mind" than anything else, as the weight rating of the strap will dictate necessity. But should one strap get "dangley", the other will hold tight. Since you have the chock, pulling downward directly into the chock should be all you need. However, the rearward straps will keep the back of the bike from dancing around, and give added stability/security in the event of bad shit happening![]()
I like the conversation. It's my own fault that I exude an apparent lack of ability to strap a bike down to a trailer...irk miller said:This is why you're supposed to do one post of your idea, a second post with you grinding on something, and a third post with a pic of it complete.![]()
irk miller said:This is why you're supposed to do one post of your idea, a second post with you grinding on something, and a third post with a pic of it complete.![]()
Haha, it could happen. I already have a bunch of things that I want to improve that would likely be easier to just make a new one. I'd have to keep my torsion axles thoughirk miller said:I hope I have room for this in my box chevy for when you sell it at Mid-O for $50. This is turning out to be a sweet trailer.
much thanks man! I am really hoping to get this done in time to haul a bike to Georgia in June. I think a focused Saturday could have it wrapped up, but those are hard to come by these days lolridesolo said:Really like the way this is going. Forethought, planning, practicality, and skill. Nice, bro!
Hurco550 said:much thanks man! I am really hoping to get this done in time to haul a bike to Georgia in June. I think a focused Saturday could have it wrapped up, but those are hard to come by these days lol
Funny you should mention that, I just got done talking with Nick about just that. He has some left over epoxy primer from his GTO project and then we are going to use a urethane enamel over that. Trying to make it as durable as possible.ridesolo said:What are your plans for paint? I know that's not your favorite area. I'm certainly not a pro, but I think I like painting more than you do, want a hand w/ that part?
Hurco550 said:Funny you should mention that, I just got done talking with Nick about just that. He has some left over epoxy primer from his GTO project and then we are going to use a urethane enamel over that. Trying to make it as durable as possible.