-
There were many reasons for the change of the site software, the biggest was security. The age of the old software also meant no server updates for certain programs. There are many benefits to the new software, one of the biggest is the mobile functionality. Ill fix up some stuff in the coming days, we'll also try to get some of the old addons back or the data imported back into the site like the garage. To create a thread or to reply with a post is basically the same as it was in the prior software. The default style of the site is light colored, but i temporarily added a darker colored style, to change you can find a link at the bottom of the site.
Any recommendations on transport trailers
- Thread starter Indyron
- Start date
cjackg
New member
ARCTIC
New member
Aluma trailers are very high quality and they're made right here in bancroft, Iowa :thumbup:
Indyron
New member
Indyron
New member
Cover
It is not recommended covering any vehicle when transporting in an open trailer. The cover will flap in the wind and could damage your paint. I have transported my Spyder in an open trailer over thousands of miles and find that a quick wipe of the bike after you unload it from the trailer and you are good to go.
It is not recommended covering any vehicle when transporting in an open trailer. The cover will flap in the wind and could damage your paint. I have transported my Spyder in an open trailer over thousands of miles and find that a quick wipe of the bike after you unload it from the trailer and you are good to go.
fireplug98
Member
I snowmobile, so I just ordered an Aluma, 7wide, inline, 16ft enclosed trailer w/ 4 1/2 ft V.
Wanted the best of all worlds !!
Spyder fits perfect in the trailer and in the winter my sleds fit perfect. Plus, inline's are easy to tow. :yes:
I'm a fan of enclosed trailers. The toys are protected from mother nature.
You could get a short inline enclosed for your Spyder.
Tommy J.
Wanted the best of all worlds !!
Spyder fits perfect in the trailer and in the winter my sleds fit perfect. Plus, inline's are easy to tow. :yes:
I'm a fan of enclosed trailers. The toys are protected from mother nature.
You could get a short inline enclosed for your Spyder.
Tommy J.
Last edited:
Jeriatric
Thinks out loud
Drop tail is my favorite
Shop for price? But this link will give you the low down.
http://www.discount-trailers.com/sport-utility-trailer.htm
:doorag: :thumbup:
Shop for price? But this link will give you the low down.
http://www.discount-trailers.com/sport-utility-trailer.htm
:doorag: :thumbup:
ARCTIC
New member
I agree 100%!!! but he said he wanted an open trailer. I have a 7' x 29' for hauling sleds.
fireplug98
Member
LOL Oops, didn't see that !!!
I'd still go with an enclosed trailer !!!Last year we trailered our bikes to Sturgis.
My Spyder and 2 full baggers on an open car hauler.
Hit a huge rain storm with lots of hail. We got lucky and got under an overpass.
Made my mind up quick !!!
Tommy J.
ARCTIC
New member
My spyder will probably take the hail better than my aluminum enclosed trailer will. In that situation, I'd be most concerned about my truck
LOL Oops, didn't see that !!!
Last year we trailered our bikes to Sturgis.
My Spyder and 2 full baggers on an open car hauler.
Hit a huge rain storm with lots of hail. We got lucky and got under an overpass.
Made my mind up quick !!!
Tommy J.
flybuddy
New member
I just went through the same research you're doing 2 months back. I wound up buying the Aluma 6810. Perfect size for Spyder Rt, easy to load offload. Well made and much more durable in the long term over steel/wood while weighing just 1/3 rd as much. You can easily push it around with one hand. I towed to Spyderfest from SW FL and it towed wonderfully and I only lost 4 mpg vs non towing.
Indyron
New member
cjackg
New member
Aluma trailer comments...
Dont mean to step on any toes here but if you are about to spend a couple of thousand on a new trailer, consider this based on experience...
- Dont buy any wider trailer than needed, keeping that thing in your lane is easier with a narrow trailer.... 6810 model works great, anything more is wasted.
- The Aluma double-fold tailgate is pretty but is not needed to load a spyder... even with Pops bumpskid! Side panels cost much more and are only good for hauling ... ?
- The "HD" Aluma model is good if you plan to haul some bricks, etc... but the base 6810 is all that is needed to haul a spyder.
I hauled my RT from TN to SpyderFest & back on a 6810 behind a Ford Escape and could hardly notice it was there.
- Expensive chocks ? not needed if you tie down the rear wheel and run straps to the front just as shown in the BRP manual on how to transport a Spyder.
Dont mean to step on any toes here but if you are about to spend a couple of thousand on a new trailer, consider this based on experience...
- Dont buy any wider trailer than needed, keeping that thing in your lane is easier with a narrow trailer.... 6810 model works great, anything more is wasted.
- The Aluma double-fold tailgate is pretty but is not needed to load a spyder... even with Pops bumpskid! Side panels cost much more and are only good for hauling ... ?
- The "HD" Aluma model is good if you plan to haul some bricks, etc... but the base 6810 is all that is needed to haul a spyder.
I hauled my RT from TN to SpyderFest & back on a 6810 behind a Ford Escape and could hardly notice it was there.
- Expensive chocks ? not needed if you tie down the rear wheel and run straps to the front just as shown in the BRP manual on how to transport a Spyder.
Last edited:
ARCTIC
New member
It's surprising how light they are for what they're capable of doing :thumbup:
I like some margin for error. You're talking 4.5" wider on each side. (9 total) :dontknow: to each their own :cheers:
cjackg
New member
The extra width contributes nothing and does not add any strength... the 7210 Aluma actually has smaller frame beams on the side than the 6810...
Similar threads
