What is the 'proper' method to secure a Spyder on or in a trailer for transport?

[BGetz]

So I’m seeing many posts from owners with their Spyder secured on or in a trailer for transport.
With that being said, I‘m not seeing any consistency with strap placement. I see a lot of owners securing to the lower steering arms. They just don’t seem strong enough. Maybe it’s me, but starts and stops, not to mention rough roads, could cause a problem if the straps are not properly placed.

Can anyone recommend the “proper” method of securing this vehicle?

Thank You...

 

[Snoking1127]

So I’m seeing many posts from owners with their Spyder secured on or in a trailer for transport.
With that being said, I‘m not seeing any consistency with strap placement. I see a lot of owners securing to the lower steering arms. They just don’t seem strong enough. Maybe it’s me, but starts and stops, not to mention rough roads, could cause a problem if the straps are not properly placed.

Can anyone recommend the “proper” method of securing this vehicle?

Thank You…

For long trips (like 1500 miles Az to Wa) I use both belt and suspenders! Let it ride on both it's own suspension and the trailer's suspension. The big worry is that at a sudden stop (AKA a head on event), it does not become a missile aimed at the tow vehicle.


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[Snowbelt Spyder]

So I’m seeing many posts from owners with their Spyder secured on or in a trailer for transport.
With that being said, I‘m not seeing any consistency with strap placement. I see a lot of owners securing to the lower steering arms. They just don’t seem strong enough. Maybe it’s me, but starts and stops, not to mention rough roads, could cause a problem if the straps are not properly placed.

Can anyone recommend the “proper” method of securing this vehicle?

Thank You...

BRP recommendations for how to transport the machine is in your Operator's Guide. The lower control arms are used in order to pull the bike up onto a trailer or flatbed if the machine is incapacitated and can't drive up under its own power. However after that, lock it down using the straps around the wheels as shown in the manual. Let the suspension do its job. There are bound to be variations on a theme based on a particular trailer design, personal preference and opinion, and placement of the trailer's tie downs. Big picture though, you want to arrange the straps to create opposing but equal forces both left and right, as well as front to rear. The bike then can't move in any direction. I've been from Ohio to Yellowstone this way, among other places, and the bike never moved an inch, nor did the BRP method ever damage anything.

 

[racoon]

Can anyone recommend the “proper” method of securing this vehicle?

I use a Stinger CAN-AM Trailer when I need to tow my Spyder somewhere.

Stinger Trailer For Can-Am Spyder RT/F3/Ryker

Stinger for a Can Am Spyder RT/F3/Ryker Trailer – Specifications: • Capacity: 1 Can Am Spyder RT/F3/Ryker • Color: Black • Weight: 555 lbs. • Tongue Jack Included • Stored in Standard upright position : Width: 24″/ Length:90″ / Height: 60″, Unfolded: Width from fender to fender 89" & Length is...

stingertrailer.com

Stinger recommends:

• Use ratchet straps on each front wheel in a "cross" pattern: run a strap through the wheel, hooking one side of the strap to the opposite side of the trailer's built-in rings, and vice versa.
• Secure the rear of the machine to the trailer hooks. Use soft straps around the rear frame or axle to avoid damage.

So the ratchet straps go through the front wheels and around the built in wheel stops for the Spyder's front wheels, and then attached to the opposite side of the trailer. Right wheel to left side, left wheel to right side.

For the rear wheel I have a strap that is long enough to go through the rear wheel and wrap around so the loops on the end of the strap are on the tire. I then attach a ratchet strap to each loop and attach it to the sides of the trailer with the hooks resting on the tire.

 

[TheMariner]

Whatever you do, don't connect tiedowns to the steering tie rods. They are only hollow alloy tubes & will bend.

 

[Bfromla]

Agree with above & additionally, if the trailer is open, leave your Spyder uncovered. Wind flutter will make any cover scuff the paint & plastics.

 

[TheMariner]

... and if the trailer is open, drive the Spyder on forward... don't reverse it on otherwise any screen you have won't stay attached for long.

 

[Albec]

Is my method proper? Dunno but it works perfectly. Check out my padded straps.

 

[pauly1]

I've used this method for close 15+ years. E-track on the trailer floor, a simple wheel chock that is removable to facilitate loading, and two tie straps, one each around the frame tube near the bolted end near the main frame. With ratchet tie straps, pull down and back into the wheel chock. I use a soft wrap around the frame tube to prevent scratches. I can load two Spyders and tie down in 10 to 15 minutes. BTW, it even survived an off road excursion to avoid an accident. I've used this method in multiple trailers and a toyhauler 5th wheel RV.

If you are loading on a flat trailer for a one-off move, follow the instructions in the Owner's Manual.