RT622 question

[Harley]

We have a 6 22 on order, and I have a question. When traveling to a central destination, such as Spyderfest, do you un-hook from trailer and leave it at the motel, or keep it with the Spyder. I know I would feel safer knowing that it is behind me, as that could be a temptation to some people seeing that much money sitting there. Thanks in advance for your response.

[CyncySpyder]

We've done it both ways, and a little discussed topic, is that having the trailer in tow, actually helps to add stability to the rear of the Spyder, especially nice in the twisties as evidenced by Lamonsters many runs with it in tow while ryding 'The Dragon'


One word of caution, if leaving it behind, I'd highly recommend using the cover and also a hitch-lock for the coupling and also the best tire-lock you can afford. Bottom line, if its sitting somewhere unattendend, and someone really wants it, its gone, but the above WILL help keep honest ppl honest, if you know what I mean.

[GloryRyders]

I have always left mine attached and as Dave has said, with a lock on the hitch!

[harrypottar]

Done both depending on location, if I leave it at a hotel I try and park it where it can be seen not tucked away and empty the contents into the hotel . Put a ball lock on the hitch, lock through the wheels but just like anything if some one really wants it they will take it.

Also at some events I ride around with it, you get used to having hitched and it becomes handy to have everything with you.

Make sure your insurance covers the trailer if it un hitched.

harry

[Cal777]

I keep a large cable and lock in the trailer and try to park it near a pole, sign or some other fixed object that it can be attached to.
Rudy

[StanProff]

Mine stays hitched. I like having everything with me, it's never been a problem.

[Bob Denman]

Tough call...
How do you make something 100% theft-proof?
Yet dragging everything around with you all of the time can "complicate" things also...

[2NFrnt]

Mine sits on the Motel parking lot and reserves my parking place for me.

[NancysToy]

I can't add much. I do the same as above...sometimes either way. When I leave it behind I cover it, lock the hitch, and put a cable lock through the wheel(s) and tongue stand, preferably looped around a porch or light pole.

[MouthPiece]

I can't add much. I do the same as above...sometimes either way. When I leave it behind I cover it, lock the hitch, and put a cable lock through the wheel(s) and tongue stand, preferably looped around a porch or light pole.

No nasty pit bulls inside it???

Chris

[Jeriatric]

We have a 6 22 on order, and I have a question. When traveling to a central destination, such as Spyderfest, do you un-hook from trailer and leave it at the motel, or keep it with the Spyder. I know I would feel safer knowing that it is behind me, as that could be a temptation to some people seeing that much money sitting there. Thanks in advance for your response.

Think you'll find that the surroundings will dictate whether you're semi comfortable leaving it or not. And has been said, if you do leave it, do all you can to make yourself more comfortable for having done so. Locks, cables, chains, etc. As you know that's still no guarantee. Last year one of our members had his spyder stolen and it was locked inside a trailer parked at his motel. You should ask your insurance agent what your coverage is when attached or detached. jm2c

[Papa]

Since we carry my wife's mobility scooter in the trailer we always have it on tow.





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[Bob Denman]

I can't add much. I do the same as above...sometimes either way. When I leave it behind I cover it, lock the hitch, and put a cable lock through the wheel(s) and tongue stand, preferably looped around a porch or light pole.

A solid plan!

[SpyderAnn01]

I can't add much. I do the same as above...sometimes either way. When I leave it behind I cover it, lock the hitch, and put a cable lock through the wheel(s) and tongue stand, preferably looped around a porch or light pole.

you might also want to put a wheel chock so someone doesn't bump it and send it rolling down a hill. I've never had a problem leaving mine locked up at a hotel.

[NancysToy]

No nasty pit bulls inside it???

Chris

I sling a lot of bull, and that joke is the pits...and that's about as close as you are gonna get.

[Tx web rider]

maybe we can talk len into some secure trailer parking lot

[Blue Star]

When I went to SITR in 2012 I unhooked my trailer, and used a chain to lock it to a light pole. There were many others that did the same, many used ball locks, chains thru the wheels, and some chained them together. Only problem I heard of was someone had their helmet taken when he left it on his bike overnight.

[jerpinoy]

You cannot be too carefull. Nothing is really 100 % safe. I don't really know what to say. Lock it, cover it, strap it, smith and wesson security?, out of site out of mind?, one of our member found their gone inside the trailer after they park in front of the hotel.. Good luck. God Bless us all.

[ARtraveler]

A determined thief will take your stuff regardless of locks etc. That said, with the others to do what you are comfortable with.

[Harley]

Thanks everyone for the good info.. I think I will take it with me most of the time.

Harley @ Darlene Kamper

[Jeriatric]

Glad to hear this. I had reached the same conclusion and had not had it confirmed. Tel now!

We've done it both ways, and a little discussed topic, is that having the trailer in tow, actually helps to add stability to the rear of the Spyder, especially nice in the twisties as evidenced by Lamonsters many runs with it in tow while ryding 'The Dragon'

[Bob Denman]

A determined thief will take your stuff regardless of locks etc.

Locks tend to discourage the honest thieves; the dishonest ones will STILL try and find a way to ruin your week!

[TicketBait]

I secure my trailer to a post at the motel. I have never heard of a RT622 trailer being stolen on this forum. I have heard of bikes being stolen in Canada I believe. Like it was a common occurrence. I have insurance on the bike and the trailer.

Might also have a transponder hidden in my trailer too This can be placed and used for many different things, can hold charge for upto 10 days if you only use the demand feature. Worth checking out. for less than $140

http://reviews.cnet.com/gps-kits/gar...-34488125.html

[revjvegas]

Just this last weekend, as mentioned above...used a ball lock, covered it, and used one of these

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to lock it to one of the storm grates in the parking lot. Nice that it was there to save my parking spot for me too when I came back from the day's riding :-)

Also, if not already mentioned, get you some tire chocks to help hold it in place if you happen to have to park it in an inclined parking lot/space.

[Desert Spyder]

Think you'll find that the surroundings will dictate whether you're semi comfortable leaving it or not. And has been said, if you do leave it, do all you can to make yourself more comfortable for having done so. Locks, cables, chains, etc. As you know that's still no guarantee. Last year one of our members had his spyder stolen and it was locked inside a trailer parked at his motel. You should ask your insurance agent what your coverage is when attached or detached. jm2c

Jer where did that happen?

Re leaving the trailer hitched up gives better stability, is this true? I've never noticed. The only thing I notice is backing up with the damn thing on. It's a pain! Never make it as a trucker.