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Does anyone know of any foldable trailers?
Does anyone know of any foldable trailers for hauling the Spyder?
Saw another post about this a few weeks ago. Someone suggested a trailer (from a mfg. in Texas I believe). I could kick myself for not bookmarking the comment. It was a foldable trailer to reduce storage in the garage.
Does anyone know of any foldable trailers? It was made specifically for Trikes.
I tried every combination of searches I could think of before I posted again.
Please Help !!
Last edited by Knarfoh; 04-14-2014 at 05:42 PM.
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The Ultimate Trailers can fold, have an air ride system for loading and unloading. We own one. Good quality product.
2013 RS-S Neutron Green/Black, Shark RSR2 helmet, Shark Evoline 3 helmet, Sena SMH20, Corbin Seat, Wheelchair Rack, TricLED fender lights, TricLed Underglow kit (green), Trunk Liner, STL Handlebars, Web Boards Driver Floorboards, backrest, BRP Saddlebags, ISCI Handbrake
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Searching..!!
Try the search feature here and you may find the several that have been posted for sale. Google search as well. Kendon trailers are great I think they were out of Texas..happy hunting...
Gene and Ilana De Laney
Mt. Helix, California
2012 RS sm5
2012 RS sm5 , 998cc V-Twin 106hp DIY brake and park brake Classic Black
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I have the droptail, which folds up and it's works great. I just purchased this at the recommendation of other forum members.
http://www.droptailtrailers.com/shop...y-trailer.html
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Originally Posted by YIRYDE
Plus one for the Drop Tail, back half lowers so no tall ramps or moveable ramps to fool with.
Oldmanzues
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The dummy doesn't even know their own product line
Originally Posted by Chupaca
Try the search feature here and you may find the several that have been posted for sale. Google search as well. Kendon trailers are great I think they were out of Texas..happy hunting...
Thanks for your suggestion. I am looking into both the Kendon Trailer and the Drop Tail.
However, I wanted to share an amusing story with everyone on Spyderlovers.com
I found a Kendon trailier on Amazon that I thought would fit the bill, but I wasn't sure so I sent an email to the selling company (Motorcycle Parts Superstore). Amazon said to include the ASIN (not sure what that stands for, but I did include that product number) and a description of the product I was talking about. I used the product description that Motorcycle Parts Superstore included in their Amazon AD: Kendon Trailers Dual Rail Trailer BB207
So here is the response I got from this learned SUPERSTORE:
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--- Original message ---
ASIN: B000WK4DVA
Is this trailer suitable for a 2012 Can-Am Spyder RT-S SM5? Or do you have a trailer that is?
Kendon Trailers Dual Rail Trailer BB207
--- THEIR RESPONSE ---
Subject: RE: Product details inquiry from Amazon customer F****** *********
The dry weight of this trailer is 400 pounds without anything on it. I wouldnt advise pulling this trailer with your bike.
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The dummy doesn't even know their own product line or what this trailer is used for apparently! Whoever answered thought I wanted to pull the trailer, not use it to transport my motorcycle which is what it is designed for... LOL
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Originally Posted by kawakii
The Ultimate Trailers can fold, have an air ride system for loading and unloading. We own one. Good quality product.
I have looked and have the price info on Ultimate Trailers......I will need one in about 2 years....what's your feedback after owning one? I would get an open trailer, not enclosed. Looks like a great trailer, but a little on the high $ side.
I am trying to decide among these 3 at this time:
- Ultimate Trailer
- Droptail Trailer
- Aluma MC2F Trailer
All of these are foldable. Any input you have as an "owner" of the Ultimate trailer would be helpful! Thanks!
Happy and safe rydin'
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Aluma folding
http://www.alumaklm.com/motorcycle-t...e-trailer.html
I own an Aluma open trailer and they are built very well. They're made in Bancroft, IA which is only about 40 miles away from my house
Last edited by ARCTIC; 04-28-2014 at 04:17 PM.
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Not suitable if I am reading specs correctly....
Originally Posted by JLSpyder2012
Aluma makes a foldable trailer MC2F....I think this would work for the Spyder....
Originally Posted by ARCTIC
First, thanks for your suggestion. However, I followed your link and the manufacturer's specs state #800 lb compacity (or am I reading this wrong - which I could be). Funny, the weight capability isn't more obvious. Maybe they are talking about the jack stand weight capability? or what am I missing here?
• 1-3000# Rubber torsion axle - No brakes - Easy lube hubs
• ST205/75R14 LRC Carlisle rad trail (1760# cap/tire)
• Phantom aluminum wheels, 5-4.5 BHP
• Aluminum fenders
• Extruded aluminum floor
• 5) Tie-down loops
• Recessed tie-down loop
• Aluminum ramp (27-5/8" wide x 47-1/2" long)
• Aluminum salt shield /rock guard (24" tall)
• 2' Motorcycle bracket
• LED Lighting package, safety chains
• 2" Straight foldable coupler
• Swivel tongue jack, 800# capacity
• Overall length = 140", width = 94"
• Overall stand-up height = 89.5"
Spyder specs says 929 lbs empty so unless I am misunderstanding specs.... this trailer isn't suitable.
Last edited by Knarfoh; 04-28-2014 at 03:52 PM.
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Originally Posted by Knarfoh
Thanks for your suggestion. I am looking into both the Kendon Trailer and the Drop Tail.
However, I wanted to share an amusing story with everyone on Spyderlovers.com
I found a Kendon trailier on Amazon that I thought would fit the bill, but I wasn't sure so I sent an email to the selling company (Motorcycle Parts Superstore). Amazon said to include the ASIN (not sure what that stands for, but I did include that product number) and a description of the product I was talking about. I used the product description that Motorcycle Parts Superstore included in their Amazon AD: Kendon Trailers Dual Rail Trailer BB207
So here is the response I got from this learned SUPERSTORE:
__________________________________________________ _______________________
--- Original message ---
ASIN: B000WK4DVA
Is this trailer suitable for a 2012 Can-Am Spyder RT-S SM5? Or do you have a trailer that is?
Kendon Trailers Dual Rail Trailer BB207
--- THEIR RESPONSE ---
Subject: RE: Product details inquiry from Amazon customer F****** *********
The dry weight of this trailer is 400 pounds without anything on it. I wouldnt advise pulling this trailer with your bike.
__________________________________________________ _______________________
The dummy doesn't even know their own product line or what this trailer is used for apparently! Whoever answered thought I wanted to pull the trailer, not use it to transport my motorcycle which is what it is designed for... LOL
So this is the reply I got from Motorcycle Parts Superstore:
From: Motorcycle Parts Superstore - Amazon Marketplace
Sent: Monday, April 28, 2014 4:50 PM
To: F****** ********
Subject: Re: Product details inquiry from Amazon customer Franklin R
Caltrider
Sorry. People ask a lot of stupid questions on here.
LOL.. so is he saying my question is dumb? or stupid?
Did you notice - they never answered my question?
I guess the Kendon Trailer isn't suitable? Or at least the one I was looking at?
This is so bizarre !!!
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Got this Answer from a Kendon Dealer
GOT THIS ANSWER FROM Motorcycle Parts Superstore AFTER I RESPONDED TO THEM CALLING THEIR CUSTOMERS STUPID and implying my question was STUPID (with no hint they were going to respond with a correct answer to my question).
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I called Kendon and they said they did not make a trailer at this time for the Spyder. I have a Droptail Powersport 2200 for $3075 plus $180 shipping it is made for the Spyder
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--- Original message ---
??? So what is the answer ???? It was suggested to me this trailer might
be suitable. I am asking you?
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Originally Posted by Knarfoh
First, thanks for your suggestion. However, I followed your link and the manufacturer's specs state #800 lb compacity (or am I reading this wrong - which I could be). Funny, the weight capability isn't more obvious. Maybe they are talking about the jack stand weight capability? or what am I missing here?
• 1-3000# Rubber torsion axle - No brakes - Easy lube hubs
• ST205/75R14 LRC Carlisle rad trail (1760# cap/tire)
• Phantom aluminum wheels, 5-4.5 BHP
• Aluminum fenders
• Extruded aluminum floor
• 5) Tie-down loops
• Recessed tie-down loop
• Aluminum ramp (27-5/8" wide x 47-1/2" long)
• Aluminum salt shield /rock guard (24" tall)
• 2' Motorcycle bracket
• LED Lighting package, safety chains
• 2" Straight foldable coupler
• Swivel tongue jack, 800# capacity
• Overall length = 140", width = 94"
• Overall stand-up height = 89.5"
Spyder specs says 929 lbs empty so unless I am misunderstanding specs.... this trailer isn't suitable.
That's the jack capacity. The trailer will haul 3,000 - 520 =2,480 lbs
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Look at the ramp size for the Aluma trailer, it's too narrow for the Spyder by about a foot.
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Originally Posted by ARCTIC
That's the jack capacity. The trailer will haul 3,000 - 520 =2,480 lbs
And works great! Add a third ramp, Spyder goes right on!
Joe Meyer
Dealer for the Outlaw/ROLO laser Alignment system
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Originally Posted by cptjam
And works great! Add a third ramp, Spyder goes right on!
Call Aluma I bet they'd put a bigger ramp on for ya
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I'm planning on getting one of these to pull behind my motorhome when I get my spyder, the manufacturer assured a spyder will fit on it
http://store.condor-lift.com/product...7D-Ramp-System
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I can't believe it is wide enough...
Originally Posted by revlimitr
Sorry, but looking at the video and pictures, I can't believe this is wide enough. Maybe its the angle the photos and video were shot from, but would help if their website wasn't so broken.
It would help if the manufacturer showed the specs on their website but I couldn't find.
The link to the manual is BROKEN and if the specs are in there, you can't view.
The link to product reviews is BROKEN too! What good is a website if you can't navigate it?
You can view some of the pictures, but not all. BROKEN! Slow loading website?
Tried 2 different browsers and got same results! I presume they build better trailers then they do websites?
Last edited by Knarfoh; 04-29-2014 at 04:40 AM.
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Originally Posted by Knarfoh
Sorry, but looking at the video and pictures, I can't believe this is wide enough. Maybe its the angle the photos and video were shot from, but would help if their website wasn't so broken.
It would help if the manufacturer showed the specs on their website but I couldn't find.
The link to the manual is BROKEN and if the specs are in there, you can't view.
The link to product reviews is BROKEN too! What good is a website if you can't navigate it?
You can view some of the pictures, but not all. BROKEN! Slow loading website?
Tried 2 different browsers and got same results! I presume they build better trailers then they do websites?
Haha I hope so! I actually saw the t ramp in person at the DC Motorcycle show and was able to kinda eyeball it (the can am display was nearby) it looks like it will be a close fit but since I don't yet have my spyder I didnt bother scrutinizing the measurements.
Also I think the t ramp is still in pre production but they according to the builders they are selling them on a per order basis. I am hoping by the time I get my spyder they will have sold enough t-ramps to do a full production run and I will look into the measurements further.
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Originally Posted by revlimitr
Haha I hope so! I actually saw the t ramp in person at the DC Motorcycle show and was able to kinda eyeball it (the can am display was nearby) it looks like it will be a close fit but since I don't yet have my spyder I didnt bother scrutinizing the measurements.
Also I think the t ramp is still in pre production but they according to the builders they are selling them on a per order basis. I am hoping by the time I get my spyder they will have sold enough t-ramps to do a full production run and I will look into the measurements further.
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Hopefully they offer a model that is wider than the one shown in the YouTube video.........
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Originally Posted by ARCTIC
Hopefully they offer a model that is wider than the one shown in the YouTube video.........
Me too , the '14 RT's are wider than the '13s right?
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Originally Posted by revlimitr
Haha I hope so!
Originally Posted by revlimitr
it looks like it will be a close fit but since I don't yet have my Spyder I didnt bother scrutinizing the measurements
Originally Posted by revlimitr
I will look into the measurements further.
Originally Posted by revlimitr
Me too , the '14 RT's are wider than the '13s right?
Well - Would help if they had the specs on their website where we could all read and learn. But, I am telling you - it won't work based upon what I saw in the link you provided.
Just curious...you saw from afar? And you don't know the price? You don't know when it will actually be available? And even you suggest it will be a "close" fit?
With all the bells and whistles I saw, I suspect the cost will be prohibitive over other recommendations I saw here. Plus not a fan of being "first in line" for a product that has not been road-tested.
Last edited by Knarfoh; 04-29-2014 at 11:59 AM.
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I just looked, you are right it won't work
The t ramp is 58" inches wide, 68" between the fenders and the spyder 61" ? wide. Like I said I didn't pay too close attention to the dimensions because everything else I would use it for would fit andi wasnt looking too seriously at the spyder at the time.
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I just sold my folding trailer this evening (it's 9pm here). I sold it as it's only 4' wide - great for the Can-Am Outlander, useless for the Spyder!
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