My gut instinct was that this is a terrible idea. But when I rationally think about it, there's actually nothing wrong with it from a mechanical standpoint. Great demo.
Thinking back physically the idea itself doesn't seem that bad but there are two points I want you to know: The bike I used was too heavy for this construction to be honest. Front wheel stood too low so you always need to be afraid, the carrier touches the road while driving. Did you notice the lever appr. 2 ft on the trailer hitch? Guess it's not intended for this kind of stress. A regular trailer is connected closer to the hitch. And apart from this, when I rethink about it clearly it might happen, that the tension of the straps will get loose, while the rear wheel bumps or on an emergency braking maneuver, so you don't have support sideways at all anymore (or just very ligthly in cause of the metal ankels the front wheels stickin' in). I won't imagine, what could happen in case of an accident. After all I won't recommend that method of towing.
I have one and it works really well. I personally use more robust strapping x 2 to fix the front wheel to the tow frame. The handlebar tie downs keep the bike in an upright position. I recommend driving for a couple of miles and then check all straps for tightness and adjust bike's upright position if required.
@@richardkitchener7729 I just mentioned it in a comment before, but please keep in mind, that the straps will loose its tension when the rear wheel bumps.
You don't have to be concerned with your tail lights and license plate being obscured. Smaller to store than a carrier. Cheaper too! Probably more likely to get rear ended though. Probably a good idea to mount some temporary towing lights on the bike, zip tied to each side.
Did you secure the handlebars to the rear wiper ? 😂 I like the rack, I’ve seen many like these, and have seen a few with a pivot. I like the ones with the pivot better even though they have to be made of heavy steel, because the bike isn’t leaning so far over while taking a turn. Although this method is definitely acceptable if the mechanic and/or dealer is near by.
@@gvt00123 You should say that without a problem that you know of. Oil is not getting circulated in the transmission without the motor running. Also turning is unnatural for the motorcycle
I bought it on amazon, the brand is called "ECOTRIC". Meanwhile they changed the construction so the ankle is not welded anymore. www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06WP5B35K
My gut instinct was that this is a terrible idea. But when I rationally think about it, there's actually nothing wrong with it from a mechanical standpoint. Great demo.
Thinking back physically the idea itself doesn't seem that bad but there are two points I want you to know:
The bike I used was too heavy for this construction to be honest. Front wheel stood too low so you always need to be afraid, the carrier touches the road while driving. Did you notice the lever appr. 2 ft on the trailer hitch? Guess it's not intended for this kind of stress. A regular trailer is connected closer to the hitch.
And apart from this, when I rethink about it clearly it might happen, that the tension of the straps will get loose, while the rear wheel bumps or on an emergency braking maneuver, so you don't have support sideways at all anymore (or just very ligthly in cause of the metal ankels the front wheels stickin' in). I won't imagine, what could happen in case of an accident.
After all I won't recommend that method of towing.
@@marcomedia87 Thanks for the long term follow up 👍🏻
It's a great idea if you sell motorcycle tires 🤣
I have one and it works really well. I personally use more robust strapping x 2 to fix the front wheel to the tow frame. The handlebar tie downs keep the bike in an upright position. I recommend driving for a couple of miles and then check all straps for tightness and adjust bike's upright position if required.
@@richardkitchener7729 I just mentioned it in a comment before, but please keep in mind, that the straps will loose its tension when the rear wheel bumps.
Dispite some critical comments: great work!
You don't have to be concerned with your tail lights and license plate being obscured. Smaller to store than a carrier. Cheaper too! Probably more likely to get rear ended though. Probably a good idea to mount some temporary towing lights on the bike, zip tied to each side.
Did you secure the handlebars to the rear wiper ? 😂
I like the rack, I’ve seen many like these, and have seen a few with a pivot. I like the ones with the pivot better even though they have to be made of heavy steel, because the bike isn’t leaning so far over while taking a turn. Although this method is definitely acceptable if the mechanic and/or dealer is near by.
Almost looks like tighten to the rear wiper 🙂. I won't do this kind of towing anymore see my reasons in the comments below.
I like this setup! How does this bike lean in turns? I've seen other carriers with hella lean!
The bike stays in line unless you back up. You need to be careful with a low mounted trailer hitch and slow down over bumpers and curbstones.
When you do this... are you not still putting on miles on the bike??? Like the rear wheel still spins and so does the chain....
Just if the bike is still in gear, like it was as I made the video, see comment above. I recognized it after watching.
no if the bike is not in gear the chain run free...and the speedo is in the front weel. i use it also whit a bike whit drive shaft whit out problem
@@gvt00123 You should say that without a problem that you know of. Oil is not getting circulated in the transmission without the motor running. Also turning is unnatural for the motorcycle
Who makes this setup?
I bought it on amazon, the brand is called "ECOTRIC". Meanwhile they changed the construction so the ankle is not welded anymore.
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06WP5B35K
Dude the bike was still in gear.. smh
The first one who realized 🐸
poor video production. Might be a good idea, but can't see well. camera placement poor, back lighting annoying.
Thanks for your respond. It was early in the morning and took me appr. half an hour to produce.