This is about a trailer for the bike to go on, not for one behind the bike!!!

I work out of town a lot, and my bike sits at home during the week. I want to start taking it with me so I can ride after work.

I have a 4x8 open utility with a 3/4" plywood floor and stake sides. Trailer has a 2000lb axle, riding on 4.80x8 tires (590 lbs each @ 60psi).

I have used this trailer to move my lighter Honda, but not too sure about putting my Road King on there, much less taking it on a 400 mile road trip. I am worried more about the tires than anything. The smaller tires make for a lower deck and easier loading. I could go with 4.80 x 12 tires, which would only raise the floor by 2". Each tire from WallyWorld would be about $40 each. I could put the original tires back on, which were 20.5 x 8 x 10's, which would raise the deck by 1", but the tires themselves run $60 each, and the rims will run about $20 each.

I also considered buying an enclosed trailer, but that is more money spent that I could spend on the bike...

What do yall think?

 

I think if you buy the enclosed tralier then you will have a good place to park your bike while you are at work. I never leve my bike to the elements or worst yet not to be there when you get there.

 

your trailer is more then adequate, but you would be more content with an enclosed trailer

 

we bought a 6X12 v-nose enclosed trailer that has become our garage for the bikes, and a good way to haul the bikes if we need to

 

Enclosed if at all possible. Otherwise, your trailer will work.

 

My 5 by 10 trailer has a tilt bed and 14 inch wheels.&nbsp\\; It's not enclosed but then it only cost $400 new.

 

The trailer is ok for the load.

 

your trailer will work. but if you got the bucks a enclosed would be better.

 

I have a 6 x 12&nbsp\\;x 6 foot tall enclosed trailer that I insulated, added a roof a/c, and bought indoor/ outdoor carpet that fits the trailer. I have removable wheel chocks and the carpet rolls up if I need it to. Already had a generator that would work with my a/c. Its quiet and fairly fuel efficient. Not only can I haul the bikes out of the weather but I can sleep in it if need be. 6 x 12 x 6&nbsp\\;is tight for two bikes but it works. I have about $4,000 tied up in this trailer but it is comfortable for me and pulls better than any trailer I have ever had before.

 

If it is a quick or temporary trip, get the 12" tires.&nbsp\\; Much better at high speeds.&nbsp\\; If you will be away for any length of time, get the enclosed trailer to keep your bike safe, and out of the elements.