Trailers

[DuciD03]

For the record, I can carry the two 800SS racebikes, a Kymco full-sized scooter/pitbike, a generator, a 30-gallon air compressor, 2 10x10 EZ-ups, six folding chairs, a rolling tool chest with top case, four race stands, 2 coolers, two complete sets of rider's gear, and several boxes of tools and spare parts in the 6x12, BEFORE loading anything into the bed of the truck.

Man you carry alot of extra poo!

[fasterblkduc]

I don't stagger two faired 800SS racebikes in my 6x12.   I can carry two fully faired 800+ pound Harley baggers in it, staggered.  Wind resistance wise, the 6x12 blunt nose lowboy seems to be an easier tow than my previous 7x14 V-nose.  Also, tows behind a short wheelbase standard cab shortbed Chevy 2wd Pick-up like it wasn't even there.   Single axle WITH brakes.   Sweet!

For the record, I can carry the two 800SS racebikes, a Kymco full-sized scooter/pitbike, a generator, a 30-gallon air compressor, 2 10x10 EZ-ups, six folding chairs, a rolling tool chest with top case, four race stands, 2 coolers, two complete sets of rider's gear, and several boxes of tools and spare parts in the 6x12, BEFORE loading anything into the bed of the truck.

Same here. 6X12. Two racebikes side by side with bins of gear and spares in between them. Pitbike, toolbox, generator, pop up, stands, spare wheels, tires, etc. I think the actual inside length of mine is only 10'.
You probably do the same as me...load it like tetris. Floor to ceiling!  I would recommend a ramp rear door so that you don't have to haul a ramp also.

[derby]

Man you carry alot of extra poo!

it's only extra if you don't need it.

[DLSGAP]

OH.. I should also add that having a strapless restraint system helps out alot. You can pack more in without having to work around straps

[derby]

OH.. I should also add that having a strapless restraint system helps out alot. You can pack more in without having to work around straps

yup...

the original strapless stands were designed by an old racing buddy of mine:  http://ststands.com/

[fastwin]

OH.. I should also add that having a strapless restraint system helps out alot. You can pack more in without having to work around straps

Good point D! If I didn't have so many straps and Baxley Sport Chocks I seriously look into that set up. Pretty neat!

[silentbob]

Good point D! If I didn't have so many straps and Baxley Sport Chocks I seriously look into that set up. Pretty neat!

You could give me your baxley chocks if that helps.

Seriously though these should work fine with a baxley in front and you would be able to get rid of the straps.

Pitbull also makes a similar version.

[DLSGAP]

yup...

the original strapless stands were designed by an old racing buddy of mine:  http://ststands.com/

Yep... those are the ones in the trailer good stuff and alot cheaper than the pitbull ones

[mitt]

Yep... those are the ones in the trailer good stuff and alot cheaper than the pitbull ones

How do those work?  In other words, what raises the rear end up off the ground?

mitt

[the_Journeyman]

Not sure what raises it up, but it is held in place by the axle IIRC ~

JM

[DLSGAP]

From the STStands website

Step ONE:
   Make sure the stand is securely installed into the mounting plates and the lock is engaged. And insert the correct Axle bar and spacers into the rear axle of your motorcycle. Then position the motorcycle directly in front of the STS (Strapless Transport Stand).
Step TWO:
   Now stand directly in front of your motorcycle facing the tail section and grab the handle bars, hold the bike straight up and down. And roll the bike backwards into the STS, the rear tire will need to be rolled up and over the Load Riser (the small round bar located in the middle of the flat brace towards the front of the stand). The bike must be straight up and down and centered to the STS to load easily. Once the center of the rear tire has passed over the Load Riser the Axle Bar will rest on the Ramped hoops on either side of the STS.
You can either walk around to the back of the motorcycle and grab the rear wheel and pull the motorcycle the rest of the way into to the STS (recommended when first using the STS). Or you can simply give the motorcycle a good shove backwards and it will slide up the Ramped hoops the rest of the way into the STS (Bike has to be perfectly centered and a smaller rear tire diameter will require more force).
Step THREE:
   Insert the Axle bar Slide locks into the top of the STS uprights, so the slot is inline with the Axle bar. The Slide lock slots need to bottom out on the Axle bar for the bike to be secured. If you wiggle the handle bars of the bike just slightly while pushing down on the Slide Locks they should fall into place. If the bike is at to much of an angle you will have to grab the bike by the front wheel and slide it which ever direction to get the bike inline with the stand.

It doesnt lift it per say. it just has the appearance that its lifted a little because its resting on the riser bar. the bikes suspension will move as it would while you're riding it. But it doesn't put any unnecessary stress on the parts that would cause premature damage or wear.

[Got Duc]

that is an awesome stand.

I have a condor and really like it. But no straps would be outstanding

[crankmonster]

From the STStands website
It doesnt lift it per say. it just has the appearance that its lifted a little because its resting on the riser bar. the bikes suspension will move as it would while you're riding it. But it doesn't put any unnecessary stress on the parts that would cause premature damage or wear.

Looks good, are they adjustable or bike specific?

[silentbob]

Looks good, are they adjustable or bike specific?

According to the website they have different adapters for different axle sizes.

I like this design better.  It looks much easier to load.

http://www.pit-bull.com/trailer-restraint.shtml

[silentbob]

Yep... those are the ones in the trailer good stuff and alot cheaper than the pitbull ones

Only $25 difference.