E-Track Recommendations For 7 By 14 Enclosed Trailer To Carry Classic Motorcycles
Question:
I just ordered a new 7x14 enclosed trailer. I plan on hauling two utra classic harleys. I assume one track down the middle. How far to center for the two going down the side ?
asked by: Dennis W
Expert Reply:
With cargo like your two classic Harleys you will want to make sure they are really well secured to prevent any damage. I recommend securing the E-Tracks to something more stable than just wood. If you are attaching the tracks to the floor I recommend you make sure they are secured either to the metal structure of the trailer or use metal plates like the E-Track Backing Plate, part # e96RR, to make it as secure as possible.
If the interior floor and walls are 7 ft long I recommend 5 ft E-Tracks like part # E19148, along with the 2 ft E-Track, part # EM59150. I would place them as close to the wall on the floor as possible, and also install tracks along the wall of the trailer at a height that would allow you to secure your motorcycles. I have attached a photo that gives you the dimension of the E-Track and also shows the distance between each of the mounting holes.
I also recommend the E-Track Plastic End Cap, part # ET8730, which helps prevent cargo from catching on the end of the track when installed.
You will want a tie-down that attaches to the E-Track rails. I recommend part # 59131, and also part # E59143. Both of these are designed to easily fit in the track and give you a solid attach point for tie-downs.
I have attached several links to tie-downs that would work well with the E-Track system you can choose from.
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Erickson E Track Tie-Off w/ D-Ring - 2" Wide x 8-1/4" Long - 1,200 lbs
- E-Track
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- 1200 lbs
- Erickson
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etrailer E-Track Backing Plates w/ Hardware - Galvanized Steel - 6" Long x 6" Wide - Qty 2
- Accessories and Parts
- E-Track
- Tie Down Anchors
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Erickson Ratchet Tie-Down Straps w/ Web Clamps and S-Hooks - 1" x 10' - 500 lbs - Qty 4
- Ratchet Straps
- Trailer
- Truck Bed
- S-Hooks
- 4 Straps
- Manual
- 6 - 10 Feet Long
- 0 - 1 Inch Wide
- 351 - 500 lbs
- Erickson
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Erickson Re-Tractable Ratchet Straps w/ Push Button Releases - 2" x 10' - 1,100 lbs - Qty 2
- Ratchet Straps
- Trailer
- Truck Bed
- S-Hooks
- 2 Straps
- Retractable
- 6 - 10 Feet Long
- 1-1/8 - 2 Inch Wide
- 851 - 1200 lbs
- Erickson
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Erickson Horizontal E Track - Zinc Plated Steel - 2,000 lbs - 2' Long - Qty 1
- E-Track
- E-Track Rails
- Horizontal
- 5 Inch Wide
- 2000 lbs
- 2 Feet Long
- Erickson
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- E-Track
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- 5-1/8 Inch Wide
- 2000 lbs
- 5 Feet Long
- Erickson
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