What is the best way to tow the Spyder RT?

[ggivens]

:helpsmilie:From your own personal experience what is the best way to tow a Spyder RT limited behind a vehicle? I have a new 2014 and would like to know what is the best type of trailer to use when towing the bike? I want to make sure that I can tightly secure it and not damage the front when riding the bike on or off the trailer. Also are there any parking issues with the bike on a trailer I should be aware of?

 

[Nils888]

There is a trailer supplier on the home page.

 

[MikeinGA]

:helpsmilie:From your own personal experience what is the best way to tow a Spyder RT limited behind a vehicle? I have a new 2014 and would like to know what is the best type of trailer to use when towing the bike? I want to make sure that I can tightly secure it and not damage the front when riding the bike on or off the trailer. Also are there any parking issues with the bike on a trailer I should be aware of?

This is a great trailer. http://www.the-ultimate-trailers.com/

Mike

 

[NancysToy]

A tall (longer ramp), enclosed trailer is best, in my opinion. There are lots of good choices, though. Just be sure to have enough length to be able to tie down through the wheels (or use SuperClamps up front), and have enough clear width at the door/ramp to allow fender clearance. A short ramp can be a problem, but can be overcome by raising the trailer tongue when loading, raising the ramp with wood blocks or planks, or bulding/buying a ramp extension.

 

[Bob Denman]

Let's put it this way; a 6x10 single-axle trailer can do the job...
But a Vee-nose, enclosed, double-axle 6x12, or even 6x14, with a nice long ramp, will do it even better...
(Assuming that you've got the vehicle to tow it!)
There are some very complete instructions right in the owner's manual, on how to secure the bike when trailering...

 

[arntufun]

Let's put it this way; a 6x10 single-axle trailer can do the job...
But a Vee-nose, enclosed, double-axle 6x12, or even 6x14, with a nice long ramp, will do it even better...
(Assuming that you've got the vehicle to tow it!)
There are some very complete instructions right in the owner's manual, on how to secure the bike when trailering...

I agree the best way to haul is with a enclosed trailer. It's secure and out of sight from the bad guys. :thumbup:

Be very careful with any 6 x anything enclosed trailers...... The rear ramp door might not be wide enough to get the Spyder in. Measure and measure again to be sure. Mine would not fit in the brand of trailers I was looking at so I ended getting a 7x14.

 

[Bob Denman]

:agree:I mis-typed in my post... pps:
a 7x12 or 7x14 would work better! :thumbup:

 

[napper39]

not me but some have don this:chat::yikes:

 

[Bob Denman]

:lecturef_smilie: BAD idea...
Dragging the tail, has all sorts of parts spinning that need lubrication...
Something that is missing, when the engine isn't running! :shocked:

 

[Dan_Ashley]

The absolutely best way is to load the Spyder into a diesel pusher motor home equipped with a toy hauler compartment and a 6' x10' hydraulic lift gate....

...I just wish I would win the lottery...

 

[Bob Denman]

Dan,
If I win; you and I'll go do some shopping! :2thumbs:

 

[Cavman]

Enclosed is better but I went with a Alumna TK-1 trailer. It was in my budget after I became "retired" not my choice.

 

[Dan_Ashley]

Enclosed is better but I went with a Alumna TK-1 trailer. It was in my budget after I became "retired" not my choice.

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I did a similar. I went with an Aluma 7210 with sides. With 6' ramps for the front wheels, it works great.

 

[maliamd]

I have the Ultimate Trailer out of Colorado. Great trailer. We have trailered the bike many times and it handles well with the SUV. Easy on and off the trailer as the trailer lowers to the ground and you just ride on and off.

 

[ggivens]

I have the Ultimate Trailer out of Colorado. Great trailer. We have trailered the bike many times and it handles well with the SUV. Easy on and off the trailer as the trailer lowers to the ground and you just ride on and off.

Do you have a picture?

 

[Bob Denman]

http://the-ultimate-trailers.com/products/motorcycle-hauling-trailers.html
Here's a link to their website... :thumbup:

 

[kyspyder]

How about this one?




http://ironhorsetrailers.com/

They are located real close to you in Morrison, TN and have used units available as well as new.

They are in Daytona for Bike Week as we speak.


KYSPYDER

 

[RyderJCF]

I use a triple crown 6x12 utility trailer and it works great - easy to load and unload and fits,in the garage. Enclosed would be great if you can fork over the bucks. A 6x10 would work as well but the extra 2 feet was only 35 bucks.

 

[hotglue]

I have had a lot of unintended trailer hauling of a spyder.... I use a 18ft 12,000 pound rated gooseneck trailer.... because that is what I have....

 

[nevetsspyder]

Found This Trailer To Carry Our RT

We found a (standard production) cargo trailer that is small (6' x 10'), yet allows the fit to haul our RT. The ramp door opening is wide enough (66") for the RT, hard to find on a standard 6' wide enclosed trailer.


http://www.hhtrailer.com/