Hitch type motorcycle tow -Moto Carrier - Motorcycle-Journal Forums

gunslinger92557 · 10-22-2005, 10:55 PM

Has anyone used one of these hitch type motorcycle tow set ups?. Looks like it should work. I figured it might be a good way to tow a bike from California to Florida. It would be good to also not have to deal with a trailer or try to get the motorcycle up into the back of my truck which sits real high.

From Ad:
Moto Carrier can handle any bikes, 400 to 1000 lbs. fits ALL cruisers and sportbikes with front tires up to 140/80 or 140/90.

Moto Carrier Link

**Clint** · 10-22-2005, 11:08 PM

Woah! That's really cool! I've never seen it before.

AceBiker · 10-23-2005, 04:01 AM

Looks simple enough to make in the shop, a good winter project. Any ideas on the deminisons?

gunslinger92557 · 10-23-2005, 04:11 AM

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Originally Posted by AceBiker

Looks simple enough to make in the shop, a good winter project. Any ideas on the deminisons?

That is what I was beginning to think. Don't have a clue on the dimensions. Been looking online at hitch parts and it looks like some angle iron and a Pintle Hook Adapter with 3 1/2" drop.

AceBiker · 10-23-2005, 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by gunslinger92557

That is what I was beginning to think. Don't have a clue on the dimensions. Been looking online at hitch parts and it looks like some angle iron and a Pintle Hook Adapter with 3 1/2" drop.

Looks like some 5" channel maybe 16"x16" welded at a 90, also a couple of braces too. I think you can take some 2" sq stock that would go in the hitch and weld that too so it would be 8-9" off the ground. The loading ramp part I'd have to give a little more thought to. The thing that I wonder about will the chain have to come off and if so there goes that idea I think.

gunslinger92557 · 10-23-2005, 01:09 PM

Yes you would have to remove the chain on a long drive:
Uses ratchet type straps (available option) to lock in wheel and secure handlebars, to car/truck bumper. Harleys and Beemers can tow cross-country with belt, chain or driveshaft connected. Most Japanese bikes should have drive chain or driveshaft removed for long haul towing.

I was figuring that I would have to be able to weld to make it myself. I don't know how to but I would be willing to learn. I found some more pics that show the item better.

10-22-2005, 10:55 PM	#1 (permalink)
gunslinger92557 Found second gear by accident Joined: Sep 2005 Bike: 1982 GS650G ------- soon a cruiser Location: California Posts: 325	Hitch type motorcycle tow -Moto Carrier Has anyone used one of these hitch type motorcycle tow set ups?. Looks like it should work. I figured it might be a good way to tow a bike from California to Florida. It would be good to also not have to deal with a trailer or try to get the motorcycle up into the back of my truck which sits real high. From Ad: Moto Carrier can handle any bikes, 400 to 1000 lbs. fits ALL cruisers and sportbikes with front tires up to 140/80 or 140/90. Moto Carrier Link Attached Thumbnails Last edited by gunslinger92557; 10-23-2005 at 12:41 AM.

10-23-2005, 04:01 AM	#3 (permalink)
AceBiker Where Am I ? Joined: Sep 2005 Bike: 04 Maurader 800 Location: Lowell, Ma. Posts: 45	Hitch type motorcycle tow -Moto Carrier Looks simple enough to make in the shop, a good winter project. Any ideas on the deminisons?

10-23-2005, 01:09 PM	#6 (permalink)
gunslinger92557 Found second gear by accident Joined: Sep 2005 Bike: 1982 GS650G ------- soon a cruiser Location: California Posts: 325	Yes you would have to remove the chain on a long drive: Uses ratchet type straps (available option) to lock in wheel and secure handlebars, to car/truck bumper. Harleys and Beemers can tow cross-country with belt, chain or driveshaft connected. Most Japanese bikes should have drive chain or driveshaft removed for long haul towing. I was figuring that I would have to be able to weld to make it myself. I don't know how to but I would be willing to learn. I found some more pics that show the item better. Attached Thumbnails

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