I followed soos method for my UC. Only used 2 upfront, 2 around passenger peg mount, and 2 around back tire. Saw a fellow unloading his bike at the dealer and rear end had danced its way to the side of the trailer and messed up his bag. On a side note, I use Big Daddy Powertye ratchet straps. Very heavy duty and i like the built in soft tie.

 

soos, great pics does any body compress the front forks when strapping the bike down? is doing this a bad idea?

 

I let the scoot ride the suspension.

 

That's fine. I prefer to not carry a dynamic load unless absolutely necessary.

 

On my 07 Ultra I use the Kuryakyn Tie Down Brackets, Teardrop style. Slickest thing I've used. Here's a link to a previous thread:

https://www.hdforums.com/forum/showt...light=kuryakyn

 

Thanks for all the info. I picked up my trailer yesterday with the new modifications that are bike friendly. I'll try out the tie down methods this weekend.

Thanks again!

-Ralph-