Trailering a Spyder RT

[acinpcola]

Hi All, need a bit of advice from those who have placed a Spyder RT in a trailer. What size trailer do you use to trailer the RT? I am considering trailering my 2011 down to Central Florida Power Sports when my 2014 is ready to be picked up.

Thanks in advance.

AC

[SteveMac]

Hi All, need a bit of advice from those who have placed a Spyder RT in a trailer. What size trailer do you use to trailer the RT? I am considering trailering my 2011 down to Central Florida Power Sports when my 2014 is ready to be picked up.

Thanks in advance.

AC

AC,
I use a 6x12 dovetail with a drop gate. Works great and I have trailered the RT to FL before using this rig. I also used it to pick up the Wing in Nebraska. Works well.

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[mwkess]

Hi All, need a bit of advice from those who have placed a Spyder RT in a trailer. What size trailer do you use to trailer the RT? I am considering trailering my 2011 down to Central Florida Power Sports when my 2014 is ready to be picked up.

Thanks in advance.

AC

I have the Ultimate Trailer. Easy to load/unload, tows well, and good job of protecting the RT-S.

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[acinpcola]

Thank You Both for your advise. I do appreciate it.

Be Safe
AC

[NancysToy]

I use an R&R 7'x12' V-nose. The key is the clear width of the door opening/ramp. A 7' trailer does not have a seven foot opening. Masure to be sure...and allow a few inches for clearance if you can. Cable-tensioned ramps are usually the narrowest at the point the cables attach to the ramp. I use split, hollow pool noodles as cable bumpers. They also make the cables more visible, so I don't run into them when walking.

[DJFaninTN]

I have the Ultimate Trailer. Easy to load/unload, tows well, and good job of protecting the RT-S.

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That is one nice trailer you have there.

[Vrooom]

After looking at many, Suggested on this forum, we went with the Droptail-2up. It is solid, well built, and pulls like a dream. Best part is it folds and stores against garage wall. Not enclosed, but can't have everything.

[Indyron]

Great trailer, self stowing ramp, large tires, LEDs, tool box and store guard. See

[Bob Denman]

A 6x12 utility trailer seems to work just fine... It's been fun 009.jpg

[Tango]

After looking at many, Suggested on this forum, we went with the Droptail-2up. It is solid, well built, and pulls like a dream. Best part is it folds and stores against garage wall. Not enclosed, but can't have everything.

What is the make of the trailer? Tom

[acinpcola]

A 6x12 utility trailer seems to work just fine... It's been fun 009.jpg

Thanks Bob, I was looking at that size to use from u-haul.

Also, thanks to everyone else for all the good info and suggestions

AC

[LimitedRTCan-AmSpyder]

I use a 14 ft open car hauler to pull mine. That way if I find something else along the way I have extra space.

[Bob Denman]

Now, that's a man with a plan!

[alpacaguy]

I have used a 6x12 enclosed U-Haul before, but it is extremely tight and you have to be ultra careful when loading and unloading. The door opening is only about 2 inches wider than the wheel width of the Spyder, so it takes lots of guiding from a couple of people to get in in and out. You also need your own ramps as none are provided with the trailer. Works OK, but can be a hassle...

[maliamd]

We have the Ultimate Trailer. Works great. Loads easy as you drive right on and off. It is a smaller trailer so it is easy to tow and isn't as cumbersome as some trailers I have seen. We have trailered our 2013 RT-S and everything was great. Will be trailering our 2013 RT-S to trade in and pick up our new 2014 RT-S in a couple of weeks!

[Cruzr Joe]

What is the make of the trailer? Tom

Droptail, i believe, i also have one and they are great, and fold up out of your way.

Cruzr Joe

[srwilli]

I'm curious if you don't mind sharing. What is the cost of the ultimate trailer?

[mwkess]

I'm curious if you don't mind sharing. What is the cost of the ultimate trailer?

Here is their web address http://www.the-ultimate-trailers.com They are a Spyder Lovers sponsor and have an ad on this forum. I understand they now have a plan for trade-ins for previous owners and they may have some used ones available. Not sure of the cost of a new one, maybe around $5000. They are great trailers. I towed my RTS about 3000 miles in September with no problems. It is so easy and convenient.

[NancysToy]

Thanks Bob, I was looking at that size to use from u-haul.

Also, thanks to everyone else for all the good info and suggestions

AC

The U-Haul 6' trailer does not have a wide enough rear entrance for the Spyder. Measure before you rent.

[acinpcola]

The U-Haul 6' trailer does not have a wide enough rear entrance for the Spyder. Measure before you rent.

Thanks Scotty I will

[DJFaninTN]

[ArsonInvest]

I have a trailer, never put the Spyder on it. Where are the tie down points on the Spyder RT-S.....

[Oldmanzues]

foam Pipe insulaters will work as well and they are already spilt. I do not know about the pool noodles. Oldmanzues

I use an R&R 7'x12' V-nose. The key is the clear width of the door opening/ramp. A 7' trailer does not have a seven foot opening. Masure to be sure...and allow a few inches for clearance if you can. Cable-tensioned ramps are usually the narrowest at the point the cables attach to the ramp. I use split, hollow pool noodles as cable bumpers. They also make the cables more visible, so I don't run into them when walking.

[kyspyder]

This trailer has worked very well for me and I highly recommend it and the Company and it's Owners who manufacture it. (IronHorse Trailers/ Ed & Julie Heard)


KYSPYDER

[retread]

I have a trailer, never put the Spyder on it. Where are the tie down points on the Spyder RT-S.....

Check your owner's manual, it should tell you to put straps with pads thru the wheels.

john