Can A Class II Hitch be used with an Adapter to Transport a 477 Pound Motorcycle
Question:
Can i use my class II hitch put a 2 inch adaptor put a motorcycle hitch haul carrier max weight on my bike 477lbs to travel about 30hrs.Thanks s
asked by: Leo
Expert Reply:
Using the Hidden Hitch 1-1/4 inch to 2 inch Adapter # 80303 would reduce the tongue weight that you hitch is currently capable of by 50 percent. This would not be recommended. For example if your existing hitch had a tongue weight capacity of up to 350 pounds, then using this adapter would reduce the tongue weight to 175 pounds.
It is unlikely that the capacity of your Class II hitch, even using the correct hitch shank, would not have the capacity to support 477 pounds of tongue weight that your motorcycle would exert. This is not including the weight of the carrier that you anticipate using to carry the motorcycle.
For your situation I recommend using a trailer for towing this motorcycle or a small utility trailer.
If you are going to use a utility trailer I suggest using a wheel chock like the Tow-Rax Removable Wheel Chock # TWSPWM.
I have provided links to the product pages, a couple of helpful articles, and a short video for your reference.
Products Referenced in This Question
Tow-Rax Removable Wheel Chock w/ Wood Screws - 6-1/2" Wide Tires - Tubular Steel - Black
- Wheel Chocks
- Wheel Chock
- Motorcycle
- Steel
- Single Chock
- Black
- Tow-Rax
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Product Page this Question was Asked From
Hitch Adapter 1-1/4" to 2" Trailer Hitch Receiver (Class II Only)
- Hitch Adapters
- Hitch Expander
- Bike Racks
- Cargo Carriers
- Hitch Mounted Accessories
- 6 Inch Extension
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- 1-1/4 Inch to 2 Inch
- Tow Ready
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