Is the Ramp of the Ultra-Fab Dirt Bike Carrier Too Steep for My 50 cc Scooter?

Question:

my honda 50 cc scooter is low to the ground. the uf48-979033 motorhome ramp looks too steep to make the bend without scraping the bottom.

asked by: Myron B

Expert Reply:

I have a solution for you. The incline of the ramp on hitch-mounted cargo carriers differ for each vehicle. This is because the ground clearance for each vehicle has a different height from the bottom of the carrier to the ground. With that being said, the pictures of the include of the ramp of the Ultra-Fab Dirt Bike Carrier for 2" Hitches - With Ramp - 77" Long - 500 lbs # UF48-979033 is misleading because you may have a different ground clearance height than the vehicle in the photo. In order to get the proper incline measurement, it is important to know the ground clearance of the carrier on your year/make/model of vehicle. A lower profile to the ground will decrease the angle of the ramp.

If you need straps for securing your scooter, I recommend the Erickson Ratchet Tie-Down Straps w/ Web Clamps and S-Hooks # EM31353. The Erickson ratchets are made of zinc-plated steel that will help you achieve and maintain maximum tension on the straps.

expert reply by: Bob C