I just bought my first bike with rig and I need to go to New York City to pick it up. I do not have a trailer and could not find one big enough to haul them, so I will be renting a truck...
I know it is basic math on my part but all opinions count on this matter. I'm traveling 700 miles for this prize.
My question is will I need to elevate the rigs wheel so the nose wont drag before it gets to the ramp?
what type of sidecar set up is it . good ramps and a 4ft piece of 2 x 6 should keep it level .but be careful you dont get hung up on the top of the ramp .check out a car carrier type trailer for width . that may work.
check out equipment rental places for a wide trailer .
or try Uship.com
That's how I got mine from Chicago to Pittsburgh 🙂
It could be cheaper than renting a truck and trailer.
92 HD bagger w/ factory installed sidecar.
I did the math, and I have 3-8ft motorcycle ramps. A couple of car ramps to pull a small Ryder moving van onto to lower the height from 3ft to 2' 3" which would give the bike ramps a good 30 degree pitch.
Thanks for the insight.
I pick up the truck on Friday morning, and they said if I have it back by Sunday they will charge me for only 24 hours, including mileage and fuel it will cost me at the most 1000 Hamilton's. That is including me the CDL driver, and full coverage insurance. Which the bike, the hotel, room the truck (including fuel) keeps me 3k below what I was expecting to spend.
Thanks for all of the quick opinions, I just needed to drink another beer to think about my dilemma.
sounds like an adventure , enjoy your new sidecar . let us know how the trip was and post a picture of your new bike and sidecar.
We often back up to a side walk or curb that way the angle on the ramp is not as bad.
Jay G
DMC sidecars
866-638-1793
I do similar to what Jay says. I don't have a problem with the sidecar nose but rather the fact my bike has been lowered and has a tendency to high center at the top of the ramp if it's a little too steep. Easily resolved by being aware and planning ahead. Good luck getting your new outfit home and let the adventures begin!!
I dont think mine has ever been on a trailer
In oktober on the back of a truck was the second time in my Life I got ashamed.
I broke the engine crossing the cordillera.
1983 I hit a waterhydrant with the solo CB650...got asleep riding.Outsh
Sven
back it in much easier to unload
We took jacks and some wood blocks when I picked up my RK/TLE. Once the rig was on the ramp, we jacked up the ramp and supported it with the wood. Bike rolled right in.
I had use of a roll back truck. Idea came from the New Long Island Police Chief.
............and the fun begins!!!!!!
