How big of a trailer can I pull...realistically - Page 2

abtech · 03-01-2009, 11:34 AM

"How big of a trailer can I pull...realistically "

08silvercbr · 03-01-2009, 11:42 AM

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Originally Posted by abtech

"How big of a trailer can I pull...realistically "

What the... did you just crack a joke?

Hammer · 03-01-2009, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by abtech

"How big of a trailer can I pull...realistically "

Is that so he can go pick up the pieces of his previous pristine bike that will be sitting in the trees in T1 after a failed attempt to hit 160?

08silvercbr · 03-01-2009, 12:00 PM

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Is that so he can go pick up the pieces of his previous pristine bike that will be sitting in the trees in T1 after a failed attempt to hit 160?

Nope.. thats what I use to pick up chicks

Hammer · 03-01-2009, 12:12 PM

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Nope.. thats what I use to pick up chicks

OK, whatever floats your boat.

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maxib · 03-01-2009, 05:59 PM

That is a nice looking rig RR Mike! I like how your pics show the scale of bike to trailer.

I must also give kudos to abtech (who probably is the master of towing motorcycles) for succinctly summing things up.

He is probably correct if you have to tow over 50 miles...with anywhere uphill.

RR_MIKE · 03-01-2009, 06:16 PM

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Originally Posted by maxib

That is a nice looking rig RR Mike! I like how your pics show the scale of bike to trailer.

I must also give kudos to abtech (who probably is the master of towing motorcycles) for succinctly summing things up.

He is probably correct if you have to tow over 50 miles...with anywhere uphill.

thanx man..

slickwill · 03-01-2009, 06:31 PM

I'd really like a nice trick set-up with fancy Honda and/or Ducati logos and all but with all the different thefts I've heard of over the year I really might go with an old beater van that has "Slick's Sewer and Drain" on the side.

Hammer · 03-01-2009, 06:34 PM

That would mean you are going to be a Proctologist then.

maxib · 03-01-2009, 06:50 PM

He just watches PBS Red Green more than hitting the books!

NorthernRR · 03-01-2009, 08:26 PM

I pull a single axle 7x15 aluminum V nose with a 6.6ft roof with my Ridgeline. Mileage Sucks(almost as bad as a full size get normally) but I have never had an issue with it. Has enough power to get up any hills I've ever encountered and the temp gauge has never moved.

The only down side is the limited range. I only get 350-375kms to a tank. mind you that is only 60ish litres.

I would say that you should be fine with it. unless you want my honda to come and tow it(and your little truck) around for you...hahahaha...

abtech · 03-01-2009, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by slickwill

I'd really like a nice trick set-up with fancy Honda and/or Ducati logos and all but with all the different thefts I've heard of over the year I really might go with an old beater van that has "Slick's Sewer and Drain" on the side.

Nope, you need "HIV Specimen Collection Specialists" on the sides. That or "Caution Stay Back: Live STD samples" . . .

Either those or just get a big logo that says: "Stabbin Cabin, Come on In!"

SheepOfBlue · 03-01-2009, 08:57 PM

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Originally Posted by slickwill

I'd really like a nice trick set-up with fancy Honda and/or Ducati logos and all but with all the different thefts I've heard of over the year I really might go with an old beater van that has "Slick's Sewer and Drain" on the side.

"Anthrax containment unit"

slickwill · 03-01-2009, 09:48 PM

How about "Mobile Mammogram Unit"

08silvercbr · 03-01-2009, 10:08 PM

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Originally Posted by slickwill

How about "Mobile Mammogram Unit"

That would keep the chicks away for sure so I'm sure your wife would appreciate it.

I've always thought that about people put stickers on their trailers. Its like an invitation to steel stuff, like kids putting "kicker" stickers on the back glass of their cars. Maybe a big sticker of Hammer's avatar would work.

CBR929RE · 03-02-2009, 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by slickwill

How about "Mobile Mammogram Unit"

that's just an invitation. when they find out there's no

inside they're gonna steal anything to make up for it.

I found a trailer for anyone that wants a nice enclosed one. I'll even chip in a quarter of it. caremate trailer 16 foot 2002

figment · 03-02-2009, 02:40 PM

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Originally Posted by slickwill

I'd really like a nice trick set-up with fancy Honda and/or Ducati logos and all but with all the different thefts I've heard of over the year I really might go with an old beater van that has "Slick's Sewer and Drain" on the side.

I have a friend who has a septic system pumping company logo on his enclosed trailer. Never had a problem with it.

slickwill · 03-02-2009, 05:29 PM

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Originally Posted by CBR929RE

I found a trailer for anyone that wants a nice enclosed one. I'll even chip in a quarter of it. caremate trailer 16 foot 2002

Sweet trailer, lame bike.

08silvercbr · 03-02-2009, 08:18 PM

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Originally Posted by CBR929RE

I found a trailer for anyone that wants a nice enclosed one. I'll even chip in a quarter of it. caremate trailer 16 foot 2002

Thats exactly what I'm debating pulling now.

figment · 03-03-2009, 09:11 AM

IMO you should stick to a single axle. like:
6x12 Enclosed Cargo Trailer
or:
http://www.intrudertrailers.com/enclosedsingle.htm

RR_MIKE · 03-03-2009, 01:08 PM

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Originally Posted by slickwill

I'd really like a nice trick set-up with fancy Honda and/or Ducati logos and all but with all the different thefts I've heard of over the year I really might go with an old beater van that has "Slick's Sewer and Drain" on the side.

that is very true.. that would suck..they'll either get a bike and gear, or a shit load of band and p.a. equipment,or an empty trailer.. i guess thats what ins. is for lol.. damn did i just announce what i have on the internet? lol..more worried about the band equipment though lol...we've played in some really shady places, so far so good though lol..the upside, its kind of a d.u.i. deterrent after gigs lol...cops prolly just think its somebody come'n back from a race or something lol..

Bagger · 03-03-2009, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by RR_MIKE

that is very true.. that would suck..they'll either get a bike and gear, or a shit load of band and p.a. equipment,or an empty trailer.. i guess thats what ins. is for lol.. damn did i just announce what i have on the internet? lol..more worried about the band equipment though lol...we've played in some really shady places, so far so good though lol..the upside, its kind of a d.u.i. deterrent after gigs lol...cops prolly just think its somebody come'n back from a race or something lol..

Whats your address again?... I'll HELP keep an eye on it for ya!...

RR_MIKE · 03-03-2009, 01:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Bagger

Whats your address again?... I'll HELP keep an eye on it for ya!...

hahahahahaha... im sure you would mr. lance lol..

08silvercbr · 03-03-2009, 08:12 PM

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Originally Posted by figment

IMO you should stick to a single axle. like:
6x12 Enclosed Cargo Trailer
or:
Enclosed Single Axle Trailers

I know. Really I only need a 6x10. Good news though.. I now have access to an 8'. Even though my boss swears I'd have no problem towing his 14'.

SheepOfBlue · 03-03-2009, 08:50 PM

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Originally Posted by 08silvercbr

I know. Really I only need a 16x10. Good news though.. I now have access to an 8". Even though my boss swears I'd have no problem towing his 14".

Gay or not gay?

Oh and 16' wide requires special permits even with an S10

08silvercbr · 03-03-2009, 09:10 PM

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Originally Posted by SheepOfBlue

Gay or not gay?

Oh and 16' wide requires special permits even with an S10

I truly had a spinal tap moment. I'm not sure how many will get that.

On the spinal tap note I also added a new throttle that now goes to "11"

RR_MIKE · 03-04-2009, 12:05 AM

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Originally Posted by 08silvercbr

I truly had a spinal tap moment. I'm not sure how many will get that.

On the spinal tap note I also added a new throttle that now goes to "11"

hahahahahaha my son and i watched that the other night lol..funneh chit...

phozed · 06-08-2009, 09:57 PM

YouTube - 1974 Volkswagen Beetle & Camper - road test

G-ForceJunkie · 06-08-2009, 11:37 PM

Now that is awesome. A couple of modern back up cameras and that sucker would be so easy to "back" into a tight parking or camping space.

03-01-2009, 11:34 AM	#31
abtech Believe Join Date: 12-14-2006 Age: 60 Bike(s): 66 Puch Scrambler Posts: 4,431	"How big of a trailer can I pull...realistically " Attached Thumbnails __________________ Now in stereo AAA doesn't only refer to the Auto Club . . . and Seamus is awesome

03-01-2009, 06:31 PM	#38
slickwill ? Join Date: 08-31-2007 Location: Idaho/Iowa Age: 30 Bike(s): XRR 'tard, VFR Posts: 5,019	I'd really like a nice trick set-up with fancy Honda and/or Ducati logos and all but with all the different thefts I've heard of over the year I really might go with an old beater van that has "Slick's Sewer and Drain" on the side. __________________ ...dude you ride an offroad bike with slicks, 1/2 the weight of a GS, double the suspension, with a browning 50 cal going off 32" from your skull as a daily freaking driver - I'd expect anything except a nitro dragbike to be bland by comparison - SSG

03-01-2009, 06:34 PM	#39
Hammer DILLIGAF Join Date: 12-17-2006 Location: Indiana Age: 40 Bike(s): 05 Suzuki 600 Posts: 6,823 Images: 12	That would mean you are going to be a Proctologist then. __________________ Amateurs practices until they get it right. A professional practices until they can't get it wrong.

03-01-2009, 06:50 PM	#40
maxib Wake me up...save me from the nothing I've become Join Date: 12-18-2006 Location: MN Age: 58 Bike(s): 02 CBR954RR 05 ST1300 Posts: 1,639	He just watches PBS Red Green more than hitting the books! Last edited by maxib; 03-01-2009 at 06:52 PM.. Reason: more

03-01-2009, 08:26 PM	#41
NorthernRR Join Date: 12-18-2006 Age: 29 Bike(s): 1KRR, VFR, CRF450R, EX500 Posts: 2,441	I pull a single axle 7x15 aluminum V nose with a 6.6ft roof with my Ridgeline. Mileage Sucks(almost as bad as a full size get normally) but I have never had an issue with it. Has enough power to get up any hills I've ever encountered and the temp gauge has never moved. The only down side is the limited range. I only get 350-375kms to a tank. mind you that is only 60ish litres. I would say that you should be fine with it. unless you want my honda to come and tow it(and your little truck) around for you...hahahaha... __________________ See you at GRATTAN

03-01-2009, 05:59 PM	#36
maxib Wake me up...save me from the nothing I've become Join Date: 12-18-2006 Location: MN Age: 58 Bike(s): 02 CBR954RR 05 ST1300 Posts: 1,639	That is a nice looking rig RR Mike! I like how your pics show the scale of bike to trailer. I must also give kudos to abtech (who probably is the master of towing motorcycles) for succinctly summing things up. He is probably correct if you have to tow over 50 miles...with anywhere uphill.

03-01-2009, 09:48 PM	#44
slickwill ? Join Date: 08-31-2007 Location: Idaho/Iowa Age: 30 Bike(s): XRR 'tard, VFR Posts: 5,019	How about "Mobile Mammogram Unit" __________________ ...dude you ride an offroad bike with slicks, 1/2 the weight of a GS, double the suspension, with a browning 50 cal going off 32" from your skull as a daily freaking driver - I'd expect anything except a nitro dragbike to be bland by comparison - SSG

03-03-2009, 09:11 AM	#50
figment riki-tik! Join Date: 02-03-2007 Location: St. Paul, Texas Age: 51 Bike(s): Yamaha WR250X Posts: 1,417	IMO you should stick to a single axle. like: 6x12 Enclosed Cargo Trailer or: http://www.intrudertrailers.com/enclosedsingle.htm __________________ 'None of you understand. I'm not locked up in here with you. You're* locked up in here with me'. --*Rorschach

06-08-2009, 11:37 PM	#59
G-ForceJunkie Who's driving? Join Date: 12-15-2006 Location: Castaic, CA Bike(s): BMW GS1150 ADV, DRZ400 Posts: 1,280 Images: 1	Now that is awesome. A couple of modern back up cameras and that sucker would be so easy to "back" into a tight parking or camping space.

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