Best Class 3 hitch carrier?

[brider]

Maybe this is the wrong forum, but does anyone have opinions on the Class-3hitch-type motorcycle carriers I've seen on the market? They look like a good solution for those without a truck or trailer, but it also looks like there's some clap-trap out there to avoid.

Any history or experience?

 

[iamovru]

Maybe this is the wrong forum, but does anyone have opinions on the Class-3hitch-type motorcycle carriers I've seen on the market? They look like a good solution for those without a truck or trailer, but it also looks like there's some clap-trap out there to avoid.

Any history or experience?

I have always been happy with my Moto Hauler

 

[CombatYoga]

My friend has a model made by Joe Hauler.
It is the single rail hauler and it works very nicely.

http://www.joehauler.com/singlehaulers/singlehaulers.shtml

I'd make sure to get the ramp.

 

[ScottyR]

Do a search for the BOSS carrier. I have one and it works awesome.

 

[Chaz955i]

Maybe this is the wrong forum, but does anyone have opinions on the Class-3hitch-type motorcycle carriers I've seen on the market? They look like a good solution for those without a truck or trailer, but it also looks like there's some clap-trap out there to avoid.

Any history or experience?

I don't have room for a trailer and drive a SUV so I've been using the hitch mounts for a few years. The one I have is from discount ramps. I've had no issues but I do keep an eye on it just as I would a trailer.

 

[J. JuJu]

I use the Boss one also, although more expensive it is far more solid than others I have seen. It also has an excellent system to tighten down on the hitch to reduce bouncing and vibration.

 

[desertgasser300]

I used the moto hitch carrier. It was great, but awkward to store in the garage. Very sold and it was nice to use if you need to lift the bike to change tires, brakes or other maintenance.

 

[gasgasman]

I had a Moto Jack rack.
It was very solid and the bike never bounced around.

I have Pivot Pegz and with the Moto Jack, the pivot springs kept breaking.
So I sold it.

 

[celler]

I have been using a sport carrier for over 10 years. I have no idea if they are still in business. What I would say is the design is very simple creating a lightweight carrier that is very stable. What I recommend is get one where the bike ties to the center receiver rail. When you draw the bike down, both front and back pull down with only 2 tie downs.

 

[adv rider]

hitch hauler

I used a joe hauler in past ,and it worked great. Currently using an aluminum hauler form harbor freight. working fine so far.

 

[brider]

Thanks for the input. I'm looking at a Rage carrier that looks like it ties down to the reciever rather that offset to either side, I thought at first that wouldn't be efficient, but compressing BOTH front and rear now makes sense.

 

[Front Royalty]

Mototote.com

I carry my street bike on it is so sturdy!

 

[pscook]

Mototote.com

I carry my street bike on it is so sturdy!

Same here. Incredibly stable, even with a 1989 Honda Hurricane. 1600 miles round trip with no issues. best investment for hauling bikes outside of my van.

Although, I have to say my nephew's $60 aluminum jobber from Cycle Gear is much lighter and meets the minimum for dirt bikes.

 

[lgr]

I have a mototote also.

 

[Front Royalty]

Sounds like the mototote wins! Hehe

 

[fst96se]

Same here. Incredibly stable, even with a 1989 Honda Hurricane. 1600 miles round trip with no issues. best investment for hauling bikes outside of my van.

Although, I have to say my nephew's $60 aluminum jobber from Cycle Gear is much lighter and meets the minimum for dirt bikes.

I see a 160 dollar version from cycle gear, but not a 60 dollar version. Any links ?

Also, any feedback on the harbor freight hauler ? That one is 80 bucks after coupon...

 

[pscook]

I see a 160 dollar version from cycle gear, but not a 60 dollar version. Any links ?

Also, any feedback on the harbor freight hauler ? That one is 80 bucks after coupon...

It was on sale from Cycle Gear. The Harbor Freight (I think) is effectively the same as the Cycle Gear in fit and function.

Edit- I just looked at the HF model, and it's pretty similar to what my nephew has. I wouldn't carry a large or heavy motorcycle with it if you are traveling over a bumpy road, but it would work for our bikes on improved roads.

 

[GasGasDreamer]

i used the one that doesnt use the tires, but rather you put the skid plate on the platform and then jack it up in the air..
really secure, kinda heavy, kinda expensive but really worked great.
you could get a gas can holder too.
i forget the name

 

[fst96se]

It was on sale from Cycle Gear. The Harbor Freight (I think) is effectively the same as the Cycle Gear in fit and function.

Edit- I just looked at the HF model, and it's pretty similar to what my nephew has. I wouldn't carry a large or heavy motorcycle with it if you are traveling over a bumpy road, but it would work for our bikes on improved roads.

Thanks! I'll look into the harbor freight one.

 

[bowhunter007]

I've hammered my Harbor Freight bike hauler, on some pretty bad mountain roads, with my bike on it. Before I used it, I welded all the fasteners, so nuts wouldn't vibrate loose/off. The nuts are Nylocks, but I welded them anyway. The ultimate test, was hauling my DR 650. I would discourage that much weight, but mine survived fine...for what it's worth.

**I use a safety leash around the swing arm, attached to chain catch on the hitch...I once saw a bike come loose and nearly tear away the straps from the bars**