How to secure cargo in tow behind trailer?

[gianfri]

Hello,

I just purchased an Aluma MC trailer that I will pull behind my 2014 RT. The cargo area is totally naked, all aluminum. Any ideas how to secure the cargo inside?

Thank you.

 

[UtahPete]

Hello,

I just purchased an Aluma MC trailer that I will pull behind my 2014 RT. The cargo area is totally naked, all aluminum. Any ideas how to secure the cargo inside?

Thank you.

What are you concerned about?

 

[4 MARIE]

I have an Aluma also, and the beauty of this trailer is it's versatility. Are you carrying a bag of clothes and a tent?
Or maybe it's a new rear tire and a box of tools. Try to make your items support each other. Also there are lots of different
kind of shower rods and cargo bars and such that can be used also. Juist a little imagination goes a long way.

 

[KosherKid]

I got 4 fruit boxes from Sam's Club. Cut them up so they make 4 short height partitions so the cargo doesn't slide around. Easily removable for bigger loads. Cost: $0

 

[gianfri]

What are you concerned about?

I don't want my cargo to bounce around when the trailer is not full, which will happen most of the time (for example, if I have only a couple of bags). Things inside the bags may brake.

 

[2dogs]

Cardboard boxes will do the trick. Not expensive, easily replaceable, can find them anywhere.

 

[UtahPete]

I don't want my cargo to bounce around when the trailer is not full, which will happen most of the time (for example, if I have only a couple of bags). Things inside the bags may brake.

Bouncing is a function of the suspension. I don't know of a,way to fix that with any kind of restraint system unless you create one using ratchet straps and tie downs.

 

[SpyderAnn01]

Pack it full and you won’t have to worry

 

[2dogs]

I invested in a couple of HF mover's blankets to lessen the effects of bouncing. Helps a bunch but doesn't stop it.

 

[Peter Aawen]

Pack it full and you won’t have to worry

:agree: Always worked for me! hyea: :thumbup:



And while I haven't needed to do it in a trailer behind a motorcycle yet, I have used 'seat belt style cargo nets' in our off road/expedition trailers before... All they need is a fixed eye or seat belt anchor in the 4 corners, click the cargo net in, tighten the tension locks, & nothing's moving unless you want it to! :2thumbs:

 

[KosherKid]

I don't want my cargo to bounce around when the trailer is not full, which will happen most of the time (for example, if I have only a couple of bags). Things inside the bags may brake.

Cargo Net attached to the corners, need to add eyelets. Put the eggs and breakables in the trunk. Anything in the trailer will be shaken and stirred.

 

[bluedeval03]

I don't want my cargo to bounce around when the trailer is not full, which will happen most of the time (for example, if I have only a couple of bags). Things inside the bags may brake.

Also keep in mind if it’s bouncing that bad to lower the tire pressure. Don’t need to run 30+ psi (just an example)

 

[KosherKid]

Cargo blanket over everything sounds like a good option. How about a weighted blanket for more pressure?

 

[bluedeval03]

Cargo blanket over everything sounds like a good option. How about a weighted blanket for more pressure?

Over thinking it a little bit. Just proper planning of placement in the trailer, right amount of air pressure in the tires, and some cheap egg crate foam if you find it necessary to ease your mind on those objects and haul ace down the road