Would this work for towing a 2018 RT Limited?

[ozarkryder]

We needed a trailer for the bike or the trike, so we went looking for one that would just be big enough. Looked around at many trailers, was about to buy one, but in the discussion we had a epiphany of sorts. We need to trailer the rides a few times a year, but other than that would we use it? Turned out once we had a trailer it got used much more than anticipated. Long way around of getting to the point: Get more trailer than you think you'll need. Once you have and use one you'll wonder how you did without. We started out with a 6x12, moved up to a 7x16 open trailer and now we have a 16 X 7 enclosed utility trailer. We use it a lot. Toting the bike and trike, general hauling stuff around, short term storage, we've even go weekend camping in it when we don't want to break out the 36' toyhauler.

 

[IdahoMtnSpyder]

If I would have known back in 2005 when I bought my 5 x 10 trailer that I would have a 5'+ wide vehicle in 2013, I'm sure I would have bought a 6' wide one! :roflblack:

 

[Mikey]

Hind sight is 20\20

 

[2dogs]

I've never noticed any impact on mpg with my 2005 Titan pulling my 5 x 10 trailer with 4 1/2 ft high mesh ramp gate.

Same here. Helped my neighbor deliver a lawn tractor. Borrowed a small trailer with a high mesh ramp tailgate. 108 miles round trip. MPG was the same as if I wasn't pulling a trailer. My truck is a 01 F350 7.3 diesel.

 

[cruisinTX]

I've never noticed any impact on mpg with my 2005 Titan pulling my 5 x 10 trailer with 4 1/2 ft high mesh ramp gate.

Same here. Helped my neighbor deliver a lawn tractor. Borrowed a small trailer with a high mesh ramp tailgate. 108 miles round trip. MPG was the same as if I wasn't pulling a trailer. My truck is a 01 F350 7.3 diesel.

It's all about the physics; the amount of drag created by those tailgates is pretty constant. However the abilities size and aerodynamics of the tow vehicles can vary a great deal. In the case of my Vibe, that drag would have represented a far greater percentage of it's power when compared to being a very small percentage of the power of a pick-up (especially a diesel). In addition, a pick-up would more likely be directing more airflow over the tailgate whereas the Vibe would be letting more air hit it. So it would stand to reason a pick-up with a lot of power and size would be far less effected by the drag than a small four-door hatch-back.

 

[Snoking1127]

Greg,

As you continue your search know that a 6' X 10' trailer is just the perfect size. You really don't need a 12 footer. I bought a 6 X 10 Primo aluminum with a bi-fold ramp. There is a member here that has the same trailer in a 12 foot length for his Spyder. Six or eight months ago he had a thread about his trailer and the mods he was doing. I don't remember his name but you should be able to find it by doing a search. I am extremely happy with my trailer choice. Good luck..... Jim

https://www.spyderlovers.com/forums...ht-a-Primo-6x12-trailer-today&highlight=primo

Most likely me!! And I am glad I went with the 12 footer, and it does double duty now.

Towing the Spyder from Az to Wa in July with the 2020 Ford Edge ST and returned in Sept towing with a 2021 Ford F150. Guy need a pickup is my excuse, and the Kawasaki KRX 1000 that was awaiting my return.

Chris

 

[Mikey]

Nice rig!!!:thumbup:

 

[Plarimer]

I had the dealer come and pick up my RT with a trailer. Tried it nose first and it was about ready to hit so I stopped him. We thought for a minute and for some reason when we drove it up in reverse the clearance was just fine. Food for thought.

 

[Snoking1127]

I had the dealer come and pick up my RT with a trailer. Tried it nose first and it was about ready to hit so I stopped him. We thought for a minute and for some reason when we drove it up in reverse the clearance was just fine. Food for thought.

There is a lever that hangs down under the Spyder that can hit at breakover point and will cost you hundreds to fix if you damage it.

 

[IdahoMtnSpyder]

There is a lever that hangs down under the Spyder that can hit at breakover point and will cost you hundreds to fix if you damage it.

What kind of lever where? I just looked at the underside of my RT. The part closest to ground is the catalytic converter. I don't see any kind of lever under there.

 

[Mikey]

I had the dealer come and pick up my RT with a trailer. Tried it nose first and it was about ready to hit so I stopped him. We thought for a minute and for some reason when we drove it up in reverse the clearance was just fine. Food for thought.

Myself I would not haul it backwards on a trailer unless you don't like your windshield and any side panels that could fly off!

 

[IdahoMtnSpyder]

Myself I would not haul it backwards on a trailer unless you don't like your windshield and any side panels that could fly off!

It only takes a few minutes to remove the windshield. I towed my 2014 RT for 500 miles with no problem with the windshield off.

 

[Bensonoid]

I had the dealer come and pick up my RT with a trailer. Tried it nose first and it was about ready to hit so I stopped him. We thought for a minute and for some reason when we drove it up in reverse the clearance was just fine. Food for thought.

Backing up took weight off the rear suspension so the airbag raised you up at the break over point.