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What is the best way to tow the Spyder RT?
From your own personal experience what is the best way to tow a Spyder RT limited behind a vehicle? I have a new 2014 and would like to know what is the best type of trailer to use when towing the bike? I want to make sure that I can tightly secure it and not damage the front when riding the bike on or off the trailer. Also are there any parking issues with the bike on a trailer I should be aware of?
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There is a trailer supplier on the home page.
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Originally Posted by ggivens
From your own personal experience what is the best way to tow a Spyder RT limited behind a vehicle? I have a new 2014 and would like to know what is the best type of trailer to use when towing the bike? I want to make sure that I can tightly secure it and not damage the front when riding the bike on or off the trailer. Also are there any parking issues with the bike on a trailer I should be aware of?
This is a great trailer. http://www.the-ultimate-trailers.com/
Mike
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A tall (longer ramp), enclosed trailer is best, in my opinion. There are lots of good choices, though. Just be sure to have enough length to be able to tie down through the wheels (or use SuperClamps up front), and have enough clear width at the door/ramp to allow fender clearance. A short ramp can be a problem, but can be overcome by raising the trailer tongue when loading, raising the ramp with wood blocks or planks, or bulding/buying a ramp extension.
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Let's put it this way; a 6x10 single-axle trailer can do the job...
But a Vee-nose, enclosed, double-axle 6x12, or even 6x14, with a nice long ramp, will do it even better...
(Assuming that you've got the vehicle to tow it!)
There are some very complete instructions right in the owner's manual, on how to secure the bike when trailering...
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Originally Posted by Bob Denman
Let's put it this way; a 6x10 single-axle trailer can do the job...
But a Vee-nose, enclosed, double-axle 6x12, or even 6x14, with a nice long ramp, will do it even better...
(Assuming that you've got the vehicle to tow it!)
There are some very complete instructions right in the owner's manual, on how to secure the bike when trailering...
I agree the best way to haul is with a enclosed trailer. It's secure and out of sight from the bad guys.
Be very careful with any 6 x anything enclosed trailers...... The rear ramp door might not be wide enough to get the Spyder in. Measure and measure again to be sure. Mine would not fit in the brand of trailers I was looking at so I ended getting a 7x14.
Last edited by arntufun; 03-07-2014 at 09:47 AM.
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The absolutely best way is to load the Spyder into a diesel pusher motor home equipped with a toy hauler compartment and a 6' x10' hydraulic lift gate....
...I just wish I would win the lottery...
Dan
2012 Viper Red Rt
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Dan,
If I win; you and I'll go do some shopping!
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Enclosed is better but I went with a Alumna TK-1 trailer. It was in my budget after I became "retired" not my choice.
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Originally Posted by Cavman
Enclosed is better but I went with a Alumna TK-1 trailer. It was in my budget after I became "retired" not my choice.
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I did a similar. I went with an Aluma 7210 with sides. With 6' ramps for the front wheels, it works great.
Dan
2012 Viper Red Rt
upgrades:
Baja Ron's Anti-Sway
Diamond-R Arm Rests
Gloriders
High mount brake light
chrome front fender garnish
Bad Boy Horn
Chrome Deflector Rack
Chrome Scuff Nose Accent
Handlebar Grip Fringe
Gremlin Bells
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I have the Ultimate Trailer out of Colorado. Great trailer. We have trailered the bike many times and it handles well with the SUV. Easy on and off the trailer as the trailer lowers to the ground and you just ride on and off.
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Originally Posted by maliamd
I have the Ultimate Trailer out of Colorado. Great trailer. We have trailered the bike many times and it handles well with the SUV. Easy on and off the trailer as the trailer lowers to the ground and you just ride on and off.
Do you have a picture?
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What is the best way to tow the Spyder RT?
How about this one?
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http://ironhorsetrailers.com/
They are located real close to you in Morrison, TN and have used units available as well as new.
They are in Daytona for Bike Week as we speak.
KYSPYDER
Last edited by kyspyder; 03-07-2014 at 04:41 PM.
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I use a triple crown 6x12 utility trailer and it works great - easy to load and unload and fits,in the garage. Enclosed would be great if you can fork over the bucks. A 6x10 would work as well but the extra 2 feet was only 35 bucks.
Jeff
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I have had a lot of unintended trailer hauling of a spyder.... I use a 18ft 12,000 pound rated gooseneck trailer.... because that is what I have....
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Found This Trailer To Carry Our RT
We found a (standard production) cargo trailer that is small (6' x 10'), yet allows the fit to haul our RT. The ramp door opening is wide enough (66") for the RT, hard to find on a standard 6' wide enclosed trailer.
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http://www.hhtrailer.com/
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I have an Aluma 7210. Works well.
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but ryding it is best!
Dan
2012 Viper Red Rt
upgrades:
Baja Ron's Anti-Sway
Diamond-R Arm Rests
Gloriders
High mount brake light
chrome front fender garnish
Bad Boy Horn
Chrome Deflector Rack
Chrome Scuff Nose Accent
Handlebar Grip Fringe
Gremlin Bells
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An Aluma 7210 BT with a bifold ramp works well for me.
john
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I don't own one of these yet, but I've been researching for a while and think this is what I'm going with. I need mine to take up as little room as possible and this one stands on end. It also doesn't need any other ramps. The tail drops (hence the name) allowing for bottom clearance and easy loading. The only drawback I can see is there is no debris deflector for the front end.
http://www.droptailtrailers.com/stre...y-trailer.html
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Originally Posted by NorCalBud
I don't own one of these yet, but I've been researching for a while and think this is what I'm going with. I need mine to take up as little room as possible and this one stands on end. It also doesn't need any other ramps. The tail drops (hence the name) allowing for bottom clearance and easy loading. The only drawback I can see is there is no debris deflector for the front end.
http://www.droptailtrailers.com/stre...y-trailer.html
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I just saw a Droptail at Spyderfest that had a deflector mounted up front. I assumed it was an option.
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Aluma 7710 with 24" rock guard. I ended up putting the bifold tailgate on after I posted this thread http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/s...-spyder-hauler!!!
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