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Old 08-30-2011 | 03:28 PM
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Very nice. I will just takes yours.
 
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Old 08-30-2011 | 07:53 PM
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Originally Posted by KCFLHTK
That's some real good advice when loading 2 bike's. Never thought of the tilt trailer being an issue with 2 bikes but it makes sense. It is awesome for 1 bike though.
I have a tilt trailor but I also have a ramp to load the bike without the tilt if i need to.
 
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Old 08-30-2011 | 08:53 PM
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Got a 6x12 Pace enclosed, set up to haul Dresser and LowRider, worked great hauling 09FLHTP and the Bobber to the races @ T&O.

Got them staggered in the trailer, would work for two dressers, Have had 09FLHTP and 02 FLHRP in it.

$2400 plus trailer chocks and tyedowns. Not the best, I would buy bigger/better next time, but she does work. $2550 done deal.

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Old 08-31-2011 | 08:47 PM
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You can put them on a 6X12 open by staggering them. A 7X12 will be even easier. I have a 6X12 enclosed and put 2 baggers in it with lots of stagger. Problem was you had to crawl out over one of the bikes as there was no room to get off and the grips were about an inch from each side and the bikes had about inch between them. We decided not to do this so buddy bought 7X14 open and could probably get 3 on it. All of these were single axle with D rated tires and no brakes. I would consider brakes on 1/2 ton truck. I have 1 ton dually and friend that pulls has 3/4 ton 4 wheel drive and plenty of stopping power on each. With 2 baggers and the trailer weight you are close to 3000 lbs. I think 3500 lbs requires brakes. I would consider some sort of deflector on the front to help keep the rocks and road film off. They will get pretty dirty on a couple hundred mile trip. Mostly a black dust from brakes I think.
 
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Old 09-12-2011 | 11:55 PM
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I have a 7x10 inclosed that holds 2 touring bikes side by side. Its a tight squeeze but did fit. Just need to make sure you tie down the rear as well. Had 2 dynas in there once and figured i didnt need to tie the rear down but appartently the roads were a lil bumpy. One bike shifted and bumped the wall touch. That wont happen again
 
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Old 09-13-2011 | 03:12 AM
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Do yourself and your bikes a big favor, go with a dual axle box trailer, with brakes. I was hauling two of my old bikes, 48 WL and a 42 flathead bobber, to Daytona. Rollin' on I-95, loud bang something flew past my window, lots of vibration, got trailer off onto shoulder before tire actually blew. Even though the tires looked great and were always properly inflated, the entire tread flew off the left wheel, tore the trailer fender off and threw it past my window. With tandem axles you have the safety factor of another set of tires if you lose one. When you buy tires, buy the highest rating you can find and don't by cheapies. Keep the tires protected from the sun and properly inflated. Go for an enclosed trailer even if you have to wait longer to afford it. A box trailer protects your bikes from weather, flying road debris and people with bad intentions, it also becomes your garage at night. This is advice from an old Biker who learned the hard way.
 
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Old 09-13-2011 | 03:22 AM
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Originally Posted by adjusterr
Do yourself and your bikes a big favor, go with a dual axle box trailer, with brakes. I was hauling two of my old bikes, 48 WL and a 42 flathead bobber, to Daytona. Rollin' on I-95, loud bang something flew past my window, lots of vibration, got trailer off onto shoulder before tire actually blew. Even though the tires looked great and were always properly inflated, the entire tread flew off the left wheel, tore the trailer fender off and threw it past my window. With tandem axles you have the safety factor of another set of tires if you lose one. When you buy tires, buy the highest rating you can find and don't by cheapies. Keep the tires protected from the sun and properly inflated. Go for an enclosed trailer even if you have to wait longer to afford it. A box trailer protects your bikes from weather, flying road debris and people with bad intentions, it also becomes your garage at night. This is advice from an old Biker who learned the hard way.
Good advice. I have a single axle for one bike and it works good (never have lost a tire though), would want a dual axle for sure for hauling two bikes.
 
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Old 09-13-2011 | 07:23 AM
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I pull from Canada to Florida return yearly, 1400 miles each way with a small car.
I love my Kendon trailer, small lite,has 13inch trailer tires, rolls well, has a built in track and wheel chock, tracks straight folds up and can be pushed against a garage wall for storage.
I have the single but they make a double that can take 2 dressers, the torsion bar suspension on the double will also allow the transport of a single bike.
Works for me!
 
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