Strapless bike trailering
#42
03-08-2012 | 02:21 PM
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most people are 'leery' becuse it is not something they are not used to the idea and its a new idea - Trust me - once you would see it, you would be sold - however, not cheap but works as described...
#43
03-08-2012 | 04:45 PM
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I've been using the Roberts strapless system for three years. The clamp jaws have rubber affixed to them so frames don't get marred or scratched.
I have never used additional "peace of mind" straps with mine.
If anyone is considering the Roberts strapless system and has more than one trailer (cargo, utility, Toy Hauler, etc...), buy some extra underside plates (4 per trailer) and you can easily move the fixture from one trailer to another.
Excellent product in my opinion, and money well spent; plus they were great people to deal with...
I have never used additional "peace of mind" straps with mine.
If anyone is considering the Roberts strapless system and has more than one trailer (cargo, utility, Toy Hauler, etc...), buy some extra underside plates (4 per trailer) and you can easily move the fixture from one trailer to another.
Excellent product in my opinion, and money well spent; plus they were great people to deal with...
#46
06-19-2012 | 11:53 PM
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sold my trailer - was going to keep the strapless sys but have decided to let it go
Mine is Like new - used once one a 3000 mile trip - thats why I sold the trailer - just not using it -
$300 with free shipping
no details here - if interested PM me for details and home phone number
Mine is Like new - used once one a 3000 mile trip - thats why I sold the trailer - just not using it -
$300 with free shipping
no details here - if interested PM me for details and home phone number
#47
06-20-2012 | 12:14 AM
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From: maple valley WA
Thanks for your service.
I agree, the more straps etc to hold the bike down the better. Make sure they don't rub of flap against the bike. I'd check them after 20-30 miles and again at every stop.
Also make sure that nothing else in the trailer will move, slide, fall etc. and hit the bike.
I agree, the more straps etc to hold the bike down the better. Make sure they don't rub of flap against the bike. I'd check them after 20-30 miles and again at every stop.
Also make sure that nothing else in the trailer will move, slide, fall etc. and hit the bike.
Watch all your other crap that can slid roll or fall on your scooter.
****Here is the big deal on this! That tie down might be the best in the world but if its not bolted down to the trailer floor securely your fawked. Check for rot in the trailer deck, use fender washers on wood decks and plenty of BLUE locktite on all the hardware. For christ sake add plenty of straps just to be safe, that road is no bs. Open or enclosed trailer?? If your running an open trailer throw a couple twists in the straps on each side to keep them from flapping, Put a few coats of good carnuba paste wax anywhere you don't want your bike scratched before you move, this will help with some minor unexpected rubs.
Good luck with your move.
Steve
#50
06-20-2012 | 08:28 AM
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