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Old 08-06-2008, 09:34 AM
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Default Hitch Mounted Bike Haulers

I know I have asked about these before, but I am going to ask again.

I recently have purchased a Chrysler Pacifica, I am thinking of installing a hitch on the vehicle and the reason I would do this is so I can haul my bike around (and possibly to the GMB) and still get the great mileage this thing gets.

I am looking for suggestions and reviews of ones that some of you may own or have seen.

I see them on e-bay ranging from $60 to $450 the more expensive ones being for streetbikes etc. I am looking to not spend alot of money but I also don't want my bike flopping around back there.

This is something like what I am talking about: NEW MOTORCYCLE CARRIER & RAMP:dirt bike trailer rack - eBay (item 380048718826 end time Aug-11-08 23:45:00 PDT)
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Old 08-06-2008, 09:58 AM
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I know Howard has one, I think it's the Moto-Jack Rack and it seems to work well. Hopefully he'll chime in here before too long.
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Old 08-06-2008, 11:21 AM
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I like the one Howard uses and the Joe Hauler brand. Both are oil-field stout, not sure how much BM paid, but the price on the JH is a bit high ~ [Only registered and activated users can see links. ] It's fairly close to the small utility trailer pricing.
...Maybe include it on your used rack searches?
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Old 08-06-2008, 11:48 AM
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Default Re: Hitch Mounted Bike Haulers

DrawTite makes one, we are a drawtite dealer here. I was thinking of doing the same thing so I dont have to pull trailer. I was going to just make one myself. But this ia a really good price.

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Old 08-06-2008, 11:53 AM
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DrawTite makes one, we are a drawtite dealer here. I was thinking of doing the same thing so I dont have to pull trailer. I was going to just make one myself.
Make one and let us take a look. You may have a couple of customers to help you finance some of your trip.

I still think the cheapest way to go would be to get 3 guys and a pick up truck. Share the expenses 3 ways and no extra gas for pulling a trailer. The only drawback of course would be trying to find a space to store the bikes while were down there. Wouldnt want them out in the open. Lotta theft going on down them parts!
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Old 08-06-2008, 11:56 AM
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I couldnt make it for the price they sell them for. I would like to see one,because I am interested.
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Storing the bikes wouldn't be an issue. I know I'd gladly offer up some garage space here.
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Storing the bikes wouldn't be an issue. I know I'd gladly offer up some garage space here.
Thats good, I was hoping you would post that.
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I've got plenty of space in my Garage too!
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Thats good, I was hoping you would post that.
OH... he meant for your bike? In that case, I dunno, I think my garage is full.

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For what it's worth... I ordered the RMATV branded hitch hauler. My plan is to haul my fourwheeler in the back of my Tacoma and my YZ off the back. It'll be here tomorrow and I'm taking it from St Louis to Nashville to PA and back... around 1700 miles, so I'll let you know how it holds up! It's $199 and says it'll hold 500 lbs, which is about 300 more than my YZ weighs I think.

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For what it's worth... I ordered the RMATV branded hitch hauler. My plan is to haul my fourwheeler in the back of my Tacoma and my YZ off the back. It'll be here tomorrow and I'm taking it from St Louis to Nashville to PA and back... around 1700 miles, so I'll let you know how it holds up! It's $199 and says it'll hold 500 lbs, which is about 300 more than my YZ weighs I think.

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I would REALLY be interested in how that holds up man, if you would be so kind as to post here when you get back that would be GREAT. That's exactly what I am looking for in a review.
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OH... he meant for your bike? In that case, I dunno, I think my garage is full.

Dang it....guess I can't come then......
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Storing the bikes wouldn't be an issue. I know I'd gladly offer up some garage space here.
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I've got plenty of space in my Garage too!

Sweeet!! Thanks for the offers!
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Default Re: Hitch Mounted Bike Haulers

I've been thinking about this for a while now too, since I don't currently have a way to get my bike anywhere... I really like the double hauler --> Joe Hauler Motorcycle Carriers and Accessories
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