New Hitch Carrier

[lwrydr]

I found and installed a hitch carrier, I want to thank everyone for their input it was very helpful. Since I don't want to drag my trailer 2500 miles (or so) 1 way to Spyderfest I will probably be using the carrier. I plan on only having clothes on it and keeping the weight light. More good news is I only have about $100 invested in it. Her are a few pics of the finished product.

 

[SpyderAnn01]

So what kind of dry bag are you going to use? I'd suggest that whatever bag you choose that you take it on a rainy day test ride to make sure your clothes will be dry in it. Wouldn't you hate to arrive at your hotel after a long rainy day to find that you have nothing dry to wear?

 

[lwrydr]

Dry Bag

So what kind of dry bag are you going to use? I'd suggest that whatever bag you choose that you take it on a rainy day test ride to make sure your clothes will be dry in it. Wouldn't you hate to arrive at your hotel after a long rainy day to find that you have nothing dry to wear?

I will wrap the bags inside a trash bag to keep stuff dry, that is what I did on my long Harley rides. Just have to make sure the trash bag fits tight around the inside bags so it does not blow around and rip.

 

[Cruzr Joe]

I will wrap the bags inside a trash bag to keep stuff dry, that is what I did on my long Harley rides. Just have to make sure the trash bag fits tight around the inside bags so it does not blow around and rip.

Why not just put everything inside the outer bag in a trash bag, or use a vacuum type bag inside?

Cruzr Joe

 

[SpyderAnn01]

Whatever you choose just be sure to give it a test ride. Unlike a bag sitting on the seat behind you this setup will get a lot wetter.

 

[lwrydr]

Test ride

Going for a test ride in about 2 hrs...but it's not raining in Wa....go figure....

 

[SpyderAnn01]

Going for a test ride in about 2 hrs...but it's not raining in Wa....go figure....

Baby steps, next time wait for the rain. :roflblack:

 

[lwrydr]

Dry Test Ride

Did about 100 mile test ride and everything stayed tied down and I did not even know it was there.....so I think it's a go.....will see some of you folks at Spyderfest..

 

[WA5VHU]

Who, What, Where, When & How?

Pictures are proof and worth thousands of words but unless I missed it where did you get it? How do we buy one? Inquiring Spyderbrains want to know...

 

[Chupaca]

Congrats..!!

very nice set up. The right bag and baggage and your off and running..!! :yes::yes:

 

[RockyMountainRider50]

Nice Carrier!

I found and installed a hitch carrier, I want to thank everyone for their input it was very helpful. Since I don't want to drag my trailer 2500 miles (or so) 1 way to Spyderfest I will probably be using the carrier. I plan on only having clothes on it and keeping the weight light. More good news is I only have about $100 invested in it. Her are a few pics of the finished product.

Did you make it yourself? When or where can they be purchased?

 

[jaherbst]

Just a word of caution: Don't hide the license plate with too large a

bag and remember not to exceed the weight limit of the hitch. (#40)

Jack

 

[Bob Denman]

Have you had a chance to test it in a real "Toad-Strangler" yet? :dontknow:

 

[Vader]

Tote

What about a tote the size of the platform. Not a cheap flimsy one. That way your stuff will stay dry and you could mount your plate to it.

 

[NorCalBud]

Nice Rack!

Sometimes it's just got to be said!
So now that you've given this a few test runs...Is there any adverse effects on the bag you carry, such as lingering exhaust smell on the clothing or issues with heat on the bag? I've heard others stating on other such threads that it could be an issue...

 

[whiteyron]

Hitch tote

Where can we buy your setup?:banghead: