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We bought it 3 years ago, so take that into consideration. We paid $26k then.

It looks like it is unavailable on Amazon but here is the link. EGO Bike Wheel Chock - www.amazon.com/EGO-BIKE-Motorcycle-Adjustable-Capacity/dp/B01MFZZ4VF The key is to find one that has attachment points for your tie-downs.

Sorry about the music! Denise was wearing a microphone and forgot to turn it off while she was vacuuming inside the RV so the audio was already wrecked! How do you like the on-demand water heater? Is it propane or electric, or both?

It is a rug pad. Not sure where I got it, but I'm sure you can get them lots of places.

You can see in the video that there isn't a lot of space to move inside with only one bike, so even if you could manage to fit the sportster up forward, you wouldn't really be able to live in it without unloading at every stop. If you only plan on traveling within a day's drive, that would be fine, I suppose, but for a longer trip, loading and unloading every day would get old very quickly.

I don't think there is enough room in this model for two bikes, comfortably. You might be able to squeeze them in if you moved the sportster all the way forward (there are tie-downs in the floor next to the bed), but you would not be able to access anything inside (including the bathroom and the bed) unless you unload first.

It actually already is.

No problem 👍

Glad I could help!🥴👍

Orange!

Yes, it tows great, even with my motorcycle inside.

Nope, that is the color they came from the factory!

That's the black label Edison I believe

Correct!

@@doubledinanrv I see. They changed the color to light brown on the newer models.

Sorry about that, I was trying something new for a short video. Basically the output hose was leaking at the fitting and if I hadn't tested the setup with fresh water first, I would have had sewage everywhere!

Glad it was helpful!

You bet!

EGO Bike Wheel Chock - www.amazon.com/EGO-BIKE-Motorcycle-Adjustable-Capacity/dp/B01MFZZ4VF

Glad to help

If I go too slow, the rear tire sometimes loses traction on the ramp and it was hard to get over the rocker on the chock. Too fast and I bottom out and lose control. It is definitely a fine line. I wouldn't even think of using a winch to load. I have since removed the rocker piece from the chock, which was a large part of the problem.

I considered that method, but I am concerned about the weight of the bike on the ramp when it is supported like that. It is designed to be on the ground and I worry that it could buckle or warp when lifted. How does yours hold up?

@@doubledinanrv, I have a limited data set to give a good answer to the longevity question. With a dozen or so uses, I have not seen any bending or warping of the ramp. Qualitatively, I don't think that the door will warp with two jack stands. If that were a concern, a third jack stand could be added to the center of the ramp, and that should certainly support the center of the ramp. The steep angle of the door (without the add-on ramp extension) is too great for me to be comfortable riding a 950-lb touring Harley up, especially with my 30"-in-seam legs (that distance to the ground for me feet when the bike is halfway up the ramp would be too much for my short legs to touch). The extended ramp is the right choice for my situation. With that said, though, I will consider adding a jackstand to the center of the ramp. Adding a third jackstand is a good idea, and am glad that you have mentioned it. The real key to making the extended ramp system work is to make damn sure that the add-on ramp is ratchet-strapped VERY well to the RV structure (I connect to the tie-down connections on the aft end of the RV garage).

Hi, thanks for watching. If you check out the Loading Fail and Traveling with the motorcycle video from last fall we show unloading the bike.

I'm glad we could help you explore your options! This trailer should be no problem for your truck, as the Colorado tows it just fine. I hope you're enjoying the rest of the videos. Be sure to let us know what you like and want to see more of! Thanks for watching!

There is a dewinterize video up there from this past spring!

Hi Scott, you are correct, it's a 2021 Colorado with the V6. We use an Andersen hitch. It tows great! Haven't had any issues so far and we get about 9-12 mpg.

Yes it was strange. I think it was just routed wrong and got pinched. The Colorado does pretty well. I get 9-12 mpg typically. It actually does better on the country roads than on the highway. I've been pretty happy with the performance overall.

Glad to help! How do you like the 18RR? How do you use it?

@@doubledinanrv I love my little 18RR toy hauler. I have a KTM 390 Adventure that I haul, as well as my kayak.

Thanks for the suggestion. I don't find that it takes much to flush the system since I do it while I'm at home but I see your point. I've considered getting the compressor attachment, but haven't yet. Perhaps I'll reconsider! Thanks for the tip! P.s. How have you liked your Grey Wolf?

We didn't drill anything into the floor. We are using the factory installed D rings in our toy hauler.

Can't say I haven't thought about that. But, I am not sure how I would even mount that. And I think I like the adventure of loading it and not knowing if it will be a smooth evolution or all go wrong! It keeps things interesting!

I agree, I do plan to try moving the chock over a bit. I'll have to drill a new hole, but it should be fine. Thanks for watching.

It doesn't change the noise level of the AC. It just lets the compressor spin up slightly slower in order to draw less current when you turn it on. Otherwise, it operates the same! Thanks for watching!

Glad I was able to provide some perspective! I agree the 22RR would be roomier when traveling with the bike. I just didn't feel comfortable pulling that with my Colorado!

@@doubledinanrv Totally understand. My buddy that has an 18RR first tried pulling with his older Tacoma, and ended up getting a half ton truck. He and his wife just got back from taking their Roadmaster in the camper from Tennessee to Wisconsin and had nothing but good things to say about their trip and the camper. That's what we are looking for. Want to take some extended trips, bringing one big bike or 2 smaller bikes, having space for me to work while on the road.

The ramp is steep. If you lift the tongue to its max it helps a lot. I sometimes do start it, but not always. Out isn't the hard part. I have another video coming that shows more about traveling with the bike.

Yes, I did almost scratch the fridge. That's a good idea. If you managed to get two bikes in there, you likely wouldn't have any room to move inside. You would have to unload every time you stopped. I'm editing a video now that shows how we travel with the bike loaded.

@@doubledinanrv , as long as I can crawl into bed I would be OK. It is only me. I like to set up at state parks and do loop rides for 3 or 4 days. I am currently using a 6x12 cargo trailer I converted into a toy hauler. I have everything except water and can carry either the Harley or two of my smaller bikes. The 18RR would allow me to carry one small bike and my canoe if I was camping on a lake. I am also looking at carrying one RV sized swivel recliner and might just leave the rear bed out if traveling alone.

Awesome! Thank you!

Oh no! This is a fact. On the ramp is the place where you are least stable. You have to pick your line and commit. It's easier to back out and try again than to stop midway. Hope there were no injuries!

@@doubledinanrv just my pride. Thank goodness for crash bars

Thought you might feel better about yourself knowing I fell over loading last weekend. I'll be posting a video soon. It's definitely a dangerous evolution!

@@doubledinanrv on the bright side, had no issues loading it back up for way home from Sturgis

So true! Go slow but go steady and don't stop.

Glad you enjoyed it! It was a great trip!

Hi Scott, I am not sure what the distance is. I will have to put the chock back in and measure. My bike is ~96" long and there is about 6-10" behind the rear tire when it is in. I'll let you know when I have a chance to mount it again.

OK, I guess I need to make another video showing the chock in more detail.

@2wheelskenobi New video on the wheel chock has been posted!

That's sounds like a smart idea. I did check it (didn't make the video) but didn't replace it. Maybe I'll add that to our list.

Thank-you!

The Colorado is a great little truck and it tows great. With the bike in the back, we still come in under the max tow weight (estimated, I haven't weighed it, yet) and tongue weight. With the bike loaded we can't fill the water tank, though, or we'd be over. It handles very well, though sometimes when it's windy or getting passed by a big truck, you can feel it pull you sideways a bit. Never enough to be worried about it, though. I use the Anderson hitch and it does a wonderful job at sway control. I am sure a full size truck would likely be a little better, but the Colorado does just fine. (And we average 10-12 mpg when fully loaded, depending on traffic).

Thank you! We do not unload at every stop. There is just enough room to squeeze between the bike and the sink and we can open the refrigerator also. It is tight, but definitely doable. The 18RR has a furnace, but this was our first trip and we were worried about draining the battery using the furnace (blower takes a lot of juice!). Looking back, we likely would have been fine. We have since upgraded the battery and solar, so no worries anymore!

@@doubledinanrv Good to know! I could probably work that out just on the dimensions/floor plan, but I hadn't really thought about it until I watched you two travel in it. We're probably into next year before we have truck and trailer, but it would be our first camper. I have a midsize truck that could pull it, but it's older and high mileage so would be worried about longer trips.

Thanks for watching! We're having a blast so far!

I can indeed. Give me couple of weeks. Be sure to subscribe so you know when it’s up! Winterizing video will be up soon, too.

Just wanted to give you an update. I haven't forgotten, just life getting in the way. Video should be coming soon, stay tuned! Thanks for hanging in there!

@@doubledinanrv it’s all good take your time.

New video is posted with details on the wheel chock! Sorry it took so long!

That's awesome! I was pleasantly surprised with the ease of install, too!