Motorcycle Hitch Carrier

[Khjphoto]

Anyone carry a motorcycle on their Runner?

 

[rjfowler]

I did, before I totaled it and nearly killed myself. Going to stick to four wheels for a while.

 

[ToyoDriver]

I do. Because I haven't totalled it and almost killed myself.

Yet.

 

[bofa]

I havent but just wanted to add that the tongue weight is 500 lbs. Guess it depends on the bike.


I switched to cruisers btw. I dont get myself into as much trouble as i used to on crouch rockets.

 

[ToyoDriver]

I havent but just wanted to add that the tongue weight is 500 lbs. Guess it depends on the bike.


I switched to cruisers btw. I dont get myself into as much trouble as i used to on crouch rockets.

I hear that. But in South FL you need the maneuverability or you will be killed.

That's not a joke either. Winter time is the best time to ride but the most dangerous.

 

[(none)]

I've ran one on my previous jeep to haul a KDX200. Worked well, no complaints.
The guy who bought my BMW R1150RT-P picked it up with one that was rated for 1000lbs? Not sure i'd want that much weight hanging off the back. I'm assuming it all made it to wherever he was going.

 

[bofa]

I hear that. But in South FL you need the maneuverability or you will be killed.

That's not a joke either. Winter time is the best time to ride but the most dangerous.

People tend to screw with you less on a cruiser. Im pretty sure they're aiming for us on sport bikes. A few make the rest look bad.

 

[CrazyMike]

~700 miles to PSU and then ~700 miles back.

Installed air bag helpers (after I got back...)

 

[Twisted4Liter]

I have been using a Mototote for years on various Toyotas and love it

 

[ToyoDriver]

~700 miles to PSU and then ~700 miles back.

Installed air bag helpers (after I got back...)

Do you even gas mileage bro?

 

[1engineer]

For anyone thinking of doing this it works much better with airbags.

I used to race in the 250 class. Gave it up and started riding mountain bikes 20 years ago. I have broken more bones riding the bike than I did in motocross. And it's harder lol.

 

[jrob]

I have a 4 bike hitch carrier that works pretty good.

It has wheels on it though.

 

[CrazyMike]

Do you even gas mileage bro?

Sure. That trip was ~15 mpg.
17 mpg is normal w/ or w/o RTT

 

[cutty01]

I have used the AMC-400 carrier a couple of times on the back of my 4Runner with no issues. Aluminum construction (except the spine), 400lb capacity, anti-sway device, and costs about $129.

A couple of tips:
- Know the tongue weight of your hitch before you load up too much. I wouldn't go anything more than a single dirt bike on my class III.
- Be careful of the dual carrier, they are so long, they will scrape almost every time you enter/exit a driveway.
- Until you are experienced loading and unloading your bike, put some padding over your rear window and hatch in case the bike accidentally leans over and smashes/dents your vehicle
- Best to have a friend help you load/unload, especially if you have a lift on your truck. Or park perpendicular to an incline to reduce the height of the carrier.
- Ensure your carrier has an anti-wobble/sway device

 

[veloindy]

I use a Spectrum Innovations rack, made in CO, and now out of business. Which is a big bummer! It's VERY similar to the AMC-400. My friends use the AMC-400 without problems. No airbags, Bilstein 5100's, and very little sag. I do get some bounce over big bumps at highway speed, but no biggie.

The first question is what type of motorcycle are you trying to carry? Your average dirt bike is no problem. If it's a GS1200A, not gonna happen!

 

[Spenny]

It would be pretty awesome to bring along a ruckus or Honda 50 on the trail to zip around at camp or something!

 

[rtinniste]

I've used one on mine a couple times haven't yet since I went to lt285's. But mine was pretty squatted down after the bike with a full tank, 5 gallon gas tank, camping stuff, cooler, and firewood. Helper bags would definitely be nice to have because the steering felt pretty floaty on the highway.

Other then that and being paranoid about somebody rear ending me because my tail lights were kind of blocked. But no issues just remember how far it hangs off your bumper when your off road...... learned that one real quick trying to go up a hill where we setup camp.

 

[MSRP.]

I have a Versahaul for my 500cc bike ~430lbs
Carrier itself is about 80lbs.

Technically over the 500lbs non-v8 hitch on the 4th gen, but I have the rear air suspension which helps.

Still on a search for the factory v8 hitch rated for 700lbs vs the aftermarket ones rated at 600lbs.

 

[ToyoDriver]

Bumping this because I just got a new (heavier) bike.

With an almost empty tank it should be about 390lbs. However, the carrier I have is like 100lbs.

Is that cutting it too close, for say, a 400 mile round trip interstate trip?

I know the "limit" is 500lbs, but is the limit 500lb with room to spare or is the limit 500lbs if you upgrade the brakes, drive carefully, add airbags, etc?

 

[outlaws]

Bumping this because I just got a new (heavier) bike.

With an almost empty tank it should be about 390lbs. However, the carrier I have is like 100lbs.

Is that cutting it too close, for say, a 400 mile round trip interstate trip?

I know the "limit" is 500lbs, but is the limit 500lb with room to spare or is the limit 500lbs if you upgrade the brakes, drive carefully, add airbags, etc?

You should be fine. I've towed a ~350lb DRZ400 and 80 lb Versahual trailer and all the gear in my car and the rear doesn't sag too bad and drives like nothing in the rear.