Trailer for single dude with zero space

[curtisc83]

I was looking for a trailer for someone like me that won't have the room for a traditional trailer for my bike when I get a place. I found one called "Trailer In A Bag" its exactly what the name says it is. A super portable trailer that you can take apart and put in the provided bag and keep in your car trunk or whatever. Of course it is over priced but I know I am paying a premium for the convenience factor. And since I am technical homeless right now its perfect for me. It did review good everyone that has one has good things to say about it so I feel good about this. Just wanted to share it with everyone just in case someone else had a need for something like this as well.

www.trailerinabag.com

[2-Skinny]

Trailer for your bike I assume?  What kind of vehicle are you intending to tow it with?


http://www.ragepowersports.com/motorcycle-products/sport-bike-carrier/

[curtisc83]

Trailer for your bike I assume?  What kind of vehicle are you intending to tow it with?


http://www.ragepowersports.com/motorcycle-products/sport-bike-carrier/

A Jeep Wrangler is my preferred vehicle of choice. I like most compact SUV's but plan on buying a Jeep. I'm not a Truck guy by any means they are too long for my taste.

[2-Skinny]

So yeah, the link I listed would be perfect...

[curtisc83]

So yeah, the link I listed would be perfect...

Its a nice concept but after reviewing videos of how a bike is loaded I don't get a warm and IZ_ about it. A video from a distributor has 2 men pushing it up a semi steep looking ramp when loading. it doesn't really seem like something I want to have to deal with. I am confident that I could load a bike but I do believe it wouldn't be the easiest thing to do either. Also I want to be able to not have a vehicle with a Class 3 hitch on it either. So I'm going ahead with my order of a Trailer in a Bag seems to fit what I am looking for more. Of course with that I have to deal with getting a license plate and tags but there's a downside with either option if you ask me. But thanks for sending the link I didn't think stuff like that existed for motorcycles.

[bikepilot]

If the bike runs it'll push itself up a ramp as long as you don't need to load it backwards. 

Harbor freight has folding trailers that'll go up flat against  a wall.  They need some modding to be suitable for bike hauling but will get the job done once setup.  dirt cheap. also, if its just for the odd track day renting a uhaul trailer might make more sense for you.

[Jaman]

FYI - one thing to think about with a trailer is you usually have a speed restriction on the highway of 55 mph

the reciever hitch is is not any more difficult to load a bike solo than on a trailer, in fact, arguably easier, in my oinion

you also don't have the same maneuvering issues

get a wrangler with class III hitch!


http://www.versahaul.com/index.php = another option...

[DucRS]

This is the ticket if you want to save on space and costs.
It holds up to 500lbs and you can cruise at 60-70 mph with no problem.
Oh, and you can load it solo, after a few practice runs.




Untitled by DucRS1, on Flickr

[iRam]

DucRS whats that thing called and where can i purchase it?
Nice bike by the way.

[DucRS]

Thanks!
It's called the Versa-Hauler and cost around $500ish
I searched the classifieds and found it for under $200 on Craigslist.

[iRam]

Thanks!

[bikepilot]

As far as I'm aware California is the only state with a trailer speed restriction, there may be a few others, but it isn't common.   I personally wouldn't use a versahauler with a wrangler.  IIRC TJs have a max tounge weight rating of 300lbs.  Hanging a 400+ lbs street bike at the end of a lever a few feet back is probably putting something like 1200lbs worth of stress on the little TJ - it probably won't break, but you'll be way beyond the design criteria (not to mention that hitches are really designed for a solid push down, not bending/twisting moments).  Anyhow, I'd guess that the hitch and truck frame are overbuilt enough that it won't fail, but I don't like guessing for stuff like that.  Also, your headlights will probably be shining in the trees 

[curtisc83]

As far as I'm aware California is the only state with a trailer speed restriction, there may be a few others, but it isn't common.   I personally wouldn't use a versahauler with a wrangler.  IIRC TJs have a max tounge weight rating of 300lbs.  Hanging a 400+ lbs street bike at the end of a lever a few feet back is probably putting something like 1200lbs worth of stress on the little TJ - it probably won't break, but you'll be way beyond the design criteria (not to mention that hitches are really designed for a solid push down, not bending/twisting moments).  Anyhow, I'd guess that the hitch and truck frame are overbuilt enough that it won't fail, but I don't like guessing for stuff like that.  Also, your headlights will probably be shining in the trees 

I am from Texas and they don't have any trailer speed restrictions but you do have to get tags and a plate for most trailers and blinkers are a must. I am sticking with the Trailer in a Bag to me its nice to not be limited to a Class 3 or better hitch. And I don't want my blinkers to be covered up either by a bike on the back of my vehicle. People are distracted enough with texting or talking on there cell phone while driving the last thing I want to do is help them hit me....LOL

[ducatiz]

i had a guy deliver a bike to me using the trailer-in-a-bag.  it was pretty stable, i was surprised when he folded it up like that.  they do NOT appear to be rock-solid, but for shortish journeys, they are probably fine.

one thing to be aware of -- there is NO rock/debris protection from your car/truck tires.  you should cover your bike with something to protect it.

[ducrider45]

Trailer for your bike I assume?  What kind of vehicle are you intending to tow it with?


http://www.ragepowersports.com/motorcycle-products/sport-bike-carrier/

I looked in to this to try and get a price. They have a dealer locator. The dealers that they have listed all told me that they are not a dealer and have no idea who Rage Power Sports is. Which sucks, because I need a trailer like this.