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  • Motorcycle Tie-Down Recommendations for a 700 Pound Motorcycle and Pressure Treated Flat Bed
  • The CargoBuckle Mini G3 Retractable, Ratcheting Tie-Downs, # IMF103745-86, would work well to secure your 700 pound motorcycle. If at all possible, bolt the tie-downs to the metal part of the frame. If you have attach it to the wood bed, I recommend adding a steel backing plate on the underside of the wood for support. You could also add some D-rings, like # RR5K, which comes with a backing plate. You may also need adapter # IMF14086 to use with these D-rings. You could also use straps...
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  • Are Straps Needed When Securing Bike with B&W Biker Bar Motorcycle Tie-Down System # BWMC2301
  • Straps really aren't needed when using the B&W Biker Bar Motorcycle Tie-Down System # BWMC2301. Since it does such a great job securing the bike by the frame chocks and straps just aren't needed.
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  • Recommended Motorcycle Chock and Tie Downs For Trailer
  • For your motorcycle, I recommend the Tow-Rax Removable Wheel Chock # TWSPWM to keep your bike in place. For tie downs, you can use the Erickson Motorcycle and ATV Tie-Downs w Soft Ties and TCS Buckles - 1"x6' - 400 lbs - Qty 2 # EM05729 and # 06303. If you use the e-tracks, you may want the # E59143 or retractable straps like # IMF103745-87.
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  • Recommended Motorcycle Carrier or Trailer for Yamaha Majestic 400 Scooter
  • For your Yamaha Majestic 400 Scooter, I recommend the etrailer Motorcycle Carrier # e98873. This carrier weighs 58 lbs, so you will need a trailer hitch receiver capable of the tongue weight with your receiver. If you do not have this, then I recommend the Detail K2 Mighty Multi A-Frame Utility Trailer - 7-1/2' Long - 1,640 lbs # K2MMT5X7 along with the Tow-Rax Removable Wheel Chock # TWSPWM. This will give you a sturdy wheel chock with a wide, sturdy, base. With either option, you...
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  • Tie Down System To Secure A Large Motorcycle For Travel
  • Tow-Rax Low-Profile Floor Track for Tie-Down Anchors - Aluminum - 6' Long - Machined - Qty 1 # TWSP72TA. This system when using the Tie-Down Anchor for Tow-Rax Low-Profile Floor Track - 1,666 lbs - Qty 1 # TWSPDSTD225 have a working limit of the 1666 lbs listed and a break strength of 5000 lbs. I recommend using a system like this along with something like the Tow-Rax Removable Wheel Chock w/ Wood Screws - 6-1/2" Wide Tires - Tubular Steel - Chrome # TWSPWC. For tie down straps, I...
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  • Recommended Motorcycle Transporting Options for Trailers or Vehicles
  • We don't have any motorcycle lifts or any other motorcycle product from Blue Ox. What we do have is motorcycle tie-downs from B&W called the Biker Bar for Toy Haulers and Trailer installations. These are specifically made for Harley's and require no other tie down straps. I've linked the page to those options. We also have hitch mounted motorcycle carriers like the etrailer Motorcycle Carrier for 2" hitches # e98873. This is not rated for use on the back of motorhomes, but the similar...
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  • Best Tie Down System for a Harley Davidson Dyna
  • The best option I have to secure a Harley Davidson Dyna is the B&W Biker Bar Motorcycle Tie-Down System part # BWMC2302 which bolts to the floor of the trailer and then provides a very quick and secure attachment point. There are no additional tie-down straps or wheel chocks needed and you don't have to get off the bike to lock anything in place, simply drive the bike onto the plate and the auto latch will engage securing the bike. If you wanted to use a traditional wheel chock like the...
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  • Best Ratchet Straps for Securing a Motorcycle
  • I went out to our warehouse and checked out the Erickson Sliding Ratchet Tie-Down Straps w/ Safety Hooks part # EM31425 for you. This set comes with two ratchet straps, not four. In regards to the ratcheting mechanism loosening, this can be an issue with a bouncy load or in your case, a motorcycle. In order to securely transport a motorcycle I highly recommend using the ShockStrap Ratcheting Tie-Down Straps part # 297-15RSDB which have built-in shock absorbers that are specifically designed...
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  • Recommended E-Track And Tie-Down Strap For Trailer To Hold Motorcycle
  • You can use the E-Track system mounted the width of your trailer to secure your motorcycle. For a 5 ft long track you would need part # E19148. I recommend the E-Track D-Ring, 6K Round Ring, part # 59147. This is a 6,000 lb ring with the E-Track attachment. I recommend a ratcheting tie-down strap like part # EM51330. This tie-down strap measures 1-1/2 inches x 15 ft, and has a working load lmit of 1,300 lbs. I have attached links to some product reviews you can check out.
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  • ShockStrap Recommendation for Tie Down to Be Used with Wider Handlebars
  • What you'd want is the ShockStrap Soft Ties for Motorcycles and Dirt Bikes # 297-2STB-2 as this will allow you to loop around the handlebars and the clip will be able to close. Typically if the bike is secured proplerly the spring clips really aren't needed. Most tie-downs for motorcycles/bikes don't have them and they simply get depressed when using on a wider bar without issue.
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  • Recommended Hitch-Mounted Motorcycle Carrier For New Honda Ruckus
  • The hitch mounted carrier I recommend for your Honda Ruckus is the Ultra-Fab, part # UF48-979033. In my research I found the Ruckus weighs about 195 lbs and has a wheelbase right at 50 inches. The rear wheel measures just over 5 inches on the Ruckus. The # UF48-979033 will hold a motorcycle that weighs up to 500 lbs. The track on this carrier is 5 inches wide on the inside and 77 inches long overall. It also features a ramp. For added security I recommend a hitch receiver lock like part...
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  • Solution to Prevent the BoatBuckle Snap-Lock Boat Cover Tie-Down Straps # IMF14264 from Flapping
  • What you could use is the Replacement Strap Keeper part # 853-5414. Another option to tie the loose end of the strap to the portion of the strap that is pulled tight and it will prevent the strap from flapping. I've used this method with motorcycle tie-downs for years and it has worked great.
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  • E-Track Recommendation to Secure 4 Motorcycles in an Enclosed Trailer
  • You would be more than okay to run two tie downs off of one the E-Track Tie-Off Ring part # 59131 that you referenced. Each of these has a 4,000 lb capacity which would be more than enough for what you are doing. Your plan to use 9 of the E-Tracks # EM59150 with the # 59131 like the drawing you sent in would work perfectly. For backing plates you could use the part # e96RR. I attached an install video for the E-track for you to check out as well.
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  • Straps to Use with etrailer Carrier # e98873 to Transport Yamaha TW200
  • We had a customer who used the etrailer motorcycle carrier part # e98873 that you referenced to carry a TW200 and they used ratchet straps form a bracket on the fork tubes to the anchor points. I really like the idea of the tire-pad-strap you sent a picture of but we don't carry anything like that. If it were me though I'd go with the tried and true method of attaching tie downs to the handlebars of the bike like with the # EM31353. I grew up with motorcycles and we always used this method...
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  • E Track Placement Recommendation for Motorcycle Trailer
  • Basically you'll have to mock up where you want the motorcycle to be and where the best place will be for the e-track as there isn't a set place to install the tracks in every trailer. Typically you want the tie down anchors to be about 36 inches apart from each other to get the best angle for them to pull down. For tie down anchors that fit in the e-track slots we have the part # 59131 which would fit and work well. Then for a set of ratchet straps the Erickson kit part # EM31353 would...
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  • How To Transport A 50cc Scooter Moped On The Back Of Your Vehicle
  • The best carrier to transport your 50cc scooter is the Ultra-Fab Motorcycle Carrier for 2" Hitches # UF48-979033. It has adjustable wheel mounts that allow bikes or motorcycles with small tires to be mounted without an issue. There are built-in tie down points for straps; I recommend adding Erickson Motorcycle and ATV Tie-Downs w Soft Ties and TCS Buckles - 1"x6' - 400 lbs - Qty 2 # EM05729 to secure the bike to the carrier. Since your Santa Fe has a 1-1/4" hitch you will need to use Hitch...
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  • Will B&W Biker Bar Tie-Down System # BWMC2301 Work for 2015 Harley Davidson FLHTK
  • The B&W Biker Bar Motorcycle Tie-Down System # BWMC2301 referenced in your question is confirmed to fit all model years of the Harley Davidson FL Series Bikes, including your FLHTK. This tie-down system will do a great job of securing your bike without the need for any straps or chocks. You will simply mount the clamping bar to your bike, drive over the trailer-mounted plate, and your motorcycle will automatically latch into place. The neoprene-lined clamps on the bar won't scratch your...
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  • Tie Downs for Scooter on Cargo Carrier
  • Your photo did not come through, but if you are sure your scooter will fit inside the 24x60 Curt Cargo Carrier for 2" Hitches # C18152, I do have a suggestion for tie-downs. What I recommend are motorcycle tie-downs, as these will work with your scooter as well, the ShockStrap Ratchet Motorcycle Tie-Downs with Shock Absorbers # 297-7RSBB-M. This is a quantity of four straps and they are shock-absorbing to keep your scooter steady with constant tension so the straps won't come loose. I...
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  • Recommended Motorcycle Carrier for a 2002 Honda Reflex 200 Scooter that Weighs 360 Pounds Dry
  • The carrier I recommend for your Honda Reflex is the etrailer Motorcycle Carrier # e98873 because it will work with multiple applications including motorcycles, scooters, e-bikes, or mopeds. You will need to ensure the tongue weight of your trailer hitch is at least 440 pounds because your scooter weighs 360 pounds dry and the actual carrier weighs around 58 pounds. I also recommend you get some ratchet tie-down straps like # EM05710 to tie down your Reflex which will provide you a peace...
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  • Recommended Wheel Chock and Tie-Downs for Honda Trike in Toy Hauler Trailer
  • There are many manufacturers of Toy Haulers that have great products but Jayco, Forest River, and Keystone are probably the 3 that we see the most of with happy owners. Whenever you do settle on one, I recommend you use a Tow-Rax Removable Wheel Chock # TWSPWM to keep your trike positioned well when traveling. Also the 1" x 18" Tie-Down Motorcycle Assist Straps # 06303 along with Erickson Motorcycle and ATV Tie-Downs w Soft Ties and TCS Buckles - 1"x6' - 400 lbs - Qty 2 # EM05729 will...
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