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    Any good bike trailers?

    Any advice on a good bike trailers for a 2 bike load with gas?
    I would ideally like a folding one as I live in Toronto.

    Primarily for track days so 2 sport bikes.

    Any help appreciated

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    Re: Any good bike trailers?

    type in harbour freight into the search function here. you will get lots of hits.

    they are available in buffalo.

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    Re: Any good bike trailers?

    Buy a truck.

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    Re: Any good bike trailers?

    I'd go the truck route too, unless you get an enclosed trailer, probably 6x10 would be the minimum size. Not easy to find space to park a trailer, but it's a lot easier than loading bikes into the back of a truck. And I will say that those harbour freight trailers are just a little scary for me, unless it's once or twice a year for a short distance.

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    Re: Any good bike trailers?

    Quote Originally Posted by skapan View Post
    unless you get an enclosed trailer, probably 6x10 would be the minimum size.
    Just had to chime in here cuz' alot of people think you need a 6X? to haul two bikes and it's just not the case. I have a low height 5X8 enclosed that fits two full faired SS bikes with a genny, pit bike plus plus, nothing rubs, easy to tow, easy to store. You do have to get creative, everything has it's place. : ) Like others have mentioned a 4X8 utility trailer will do the trick as well.
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    Re: Any good bike trailers?

    Folding trailers like the Stinger are expensive. Way cheaper to buy a small lightweight trailer and bolt on 2 rails. You can flip it up on it's side for storage. Here's mine when I got it, I'm adding another rail this spring.

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    Re: Any good bike trailers?

    Royal D has nice ones if you want an open one

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    Re: Any good bike trailers?

    buy a decent 4x8 trailer on kijiji for cheap and throw a PA of Harbor Freight wheel chock in it, voila. 3rd year of racing with mine, not as baller as everyone else but works great.

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    This is mine if anyone interested.
    Will easily hold 3 SS bikes or 2 really big ones.
    Tows beautifully and is solid.
    http://barrie.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehic...AdIdZ326682161
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    Re: Any good bike trailers?

    I am looking for one of these to carry two 850 lbs cruisers. http://reading.craigslist.org/mcy/2708964551.html
    It has to be aluminum so it can be pulled with a small SUV.
    They are really hard to find used here, but there seems to be lots of them in the U.S.
    If anyone here knows of one for sale pm me..

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    Re: Any good bike trailers?

    Quote Originally Posted by macrider View Post
    I am looking for one of these to carry two 850 lbs cruisers. http://reading.craigslist.org/mcy/2708964551.html
    It has to be aluminum so it can be pulled with a small SUV.
    They are really hard to find used here, but there seems to be lots of them in the U.S.
    If anyone here knows of one for sale pm me..

    looks like a skidoo trailer.
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    Re: Any good bike trailers?

    Check with Brothers Automotive in Woodbridge. They have Mission all aluminum trailers http://brothersauto.ca/used/885373/W...-MEC-65-X12--- and I'm sure they can add wheel chocks and whatever else you need. Good prices too - just realized their new price is the same as the price of the used one you linked to.

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    Re: Any good bike trailers?

    Quote Originally Posted by uk_biker View Post
    Any advice on a good bike trailers for a 2 bike load with gas?
    I would ideally like a folding one as I live in Toronto.

    Primarily for track days so 2 sport bikes.

    Any help appreciated

    http://www.kendonusa.com/trailer_dual.html

    The are pricey, but worth it. Though I have a single bike model (and I've mounted a pit bull trailer restraint) I have no regrets ponying up the extra cash for it.

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    Re: Any good bike trailers?

    Anyone hear of the Stinger trailer? They're located in Brampton; no mention of cost on their site?






    I'm looking to tow a MX bike, however, the possibility of towing a SS is nice as well. My only concern is the amount of weight on the tongue - class 1 < 200 lbs. Car is 09 Lancer Sportback.

    http://www.stingertrailer.ca/index_ap1308.html

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    Re: Any good bike trailers?

    Quote Originally Posted by JoeRider View Post
    Anyone hear of the Stinger trailer? They're located in Brampton; no mention of cost on their site?






    I'm looking to tow a MX bike, however, the possibility of towing a SS is nice as well. My only concern is the amount of weight on the tongue - class 1 < 200 lbs. Car is 09 Lancer Sportback.

    http://www.stingertrailer.ca/index_ap1308.html
    They are a really nice trailer but cost is assine around $2000

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    Re: Any good bike trailers?

    The search for a cheap collapsible trailer continues............ thanks for the replies.

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    Re: Any good bike trailers?

    errr... build quality? $350 US.... Ship to Niagara for pickup?

    Features:
    • Torsion axle
    • Capacity: 800lbs
    • Color: RED
    • 90% assembled in the shipping carton. No tool needed for assembly and disassembly after initial set-up
    • Powder coated for everlasting finish
    • Capacity-1 bike(The maximum length of the bike is 74" from front tire to rear axle; see picture for details)
    • 8" DOT tire
    • Adjustable wheel chock included
    • Seven pins insert and secure the hinged portions of the trailer
    • Can be folded/disassembled for easy storage
    • Triangle safety reflector
    • 2" coupler
    • Overall dimension: 94"(L) x 45-1/2"(W) x 18"(H)
    • Comes with paperwork for registration. This trailer is NOT available to California residents.









    http://www.ebay.com/itm/Frame-Style-...ht_6995wt_1146

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    Re: Any good bike trailers?

    http://www.trailershopper.ca/page-19899.html about $2k with taxes for a stinger.

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