Yammer Dan Posted August 17, 2011 #26 Posted August 17, 2011 You and I are thinking the same thing, tapered fwd top to bottom and a flip lid with some gas struts. At some point I might make a move on a trailer like this, I really think it's a nice looking setup Make the box removable so it would still be a duel use trailer.
FuzzyRSTD Posted August 17, 2011 #27 Posted August 17, 2011 Ya, nice Squidley. You have got almost everyone guessing. I have got to get my hitch attached to bike. Nice, I likey that a lot. Took some searching, but here it is $895.00 + $139.00 to ship. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=130536939978 Fuzzy No doubting at all that you could probably build this Squidley. I was just curious if it was on the internet. A nice trailer for the money, I do not think you could beat the price either. I really like the looks. I have been wondering about something like that to haul camping equipment/chairs/small propane stove maybe and try camping a night or two. Sorry Suidley, I did not mean to imply anything else other than this.After reading this again to myself, I thought maybe you might or someone else might have taken me the wrong way. Sorry.......... Fuzzy
BradT Posted August 17, 2011 #28 Posted August 17, 2011 Make the box removable so it would still be a duel use trailer. Definetly. Shouldn't be to hard to build if you have a pipe bender, know any plumbers haha. Brad
Squidley Posted August 17, 2011 Author #29 Posted August 17, 2011 No worries Fuzzy, if I had the time to tinker then I absolutely could and would build something like that. For less than a grand when you factor in your time it's almost not worth it. I'll definitely keep this in mind when it's time to have another trailer
BoomerCPO Posted August 17, 2011 #30 Posted August 17, 2011 As it is the trailer does not look too heavy.....but with all the mods being planned here that might be towable only with a truck!! Boomer....who sez that sucker would make one heck of a portable Bar fer Poker Runs and such....
Yammer Dan Posted August 17, 2011 #32 Posted August 17, 2011 Definetly. Shouldn't be to hard to build if you have a pipe bender, know any plumbers haha. Brad No but I know this Contractor... he could probally finish it by 2020 baring bad weather....
craigatcsi Posted August 17, 2011 #33 Posted August 17, 2011 The only advantage I can see would be if one would put an enclosed container of some type on it that has WHEELS. This way, when you get to a Hotel, you could just wheel everything into the Hotel room - not having to unpack then repack in the morning. craigr
Marcarl Posted August 18, 2011 #35 Posted August 18, 2011 Looks almost as nice as mine Brad,,,, only issue I would have with it, would the the wide tires,,, a lot more road resistance and not as much pressure on the contact patch which may let it slide a little sooner than you might want.
rickardracing Posted August 18, 2011 #36 Posted August 18, 2011 Nice trailer. Differant. I like it. Looks nice and lite and well built.
Guest tx2sturgis Posted August 18, 2011 #37 Posted August 18, 2011 (edited) I prefer an open trailer behind the bike...you can bungee oddly-shaped things down that dont fit well in a little streamlined cargo box. Such as a couple of propane bottles! Or camping gear...which is bit less risky to pull in traffic. And the little bag means an easy carry-in for the motels. Things like grills or chairs can stay bungeed to the trailer. I always seek out the little motels where you can park right by your door. One cool thing about open trailers: hardly any cosmetic maintenance. A garden hose cleans it up pretty good...no waxing...no polishing, and very little rock-chip damage while on the road. I do see a couple of small negatives: Those wide tires and the wide axle will catch more wind and maybe hydroplane during heavy rain...so slow down. And the fenders look like they have sharp edges front and rear, so be careful when walking around them..you might end up with some scarfed-up shins! Edited August 18, 2011 by tx2sturgis
dray Posted August 18, 2011 #38 Posted August 18, 2011 You and I are thinking the same thing, tapered fwd top to bottom and a flip lid with some gas struts. At some point I might make a move on a trailer like this, I really think it's a nice looking setup make it a quick attach box so it easy to remove from the trailer:thumbsup2: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/JEEP-Wrangler-YJ-CJ-stainless-hood-latches-NEW-/180711154794?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item2a1339646a just add a small arm on the back side so when not in use you could turn them around and hook them to the arm to keep them from rattling Dray
birin Posted August 18, 2011 #39 Posted August 18, 2011 Thanks, I sent for a quote to get an ideal of the pricing. If I go for a trailer in the future, this would possibly be it. According to the price range though. Thanks for the post birin. I like the idea of using the car hauler box and being able to adjust somewhat. I went for the polish look and wheel locks and a 360 degree swivel hitch couple. I have my doubts here though, I am going to say that these trailers are expensive. And the only real downfall to me would be this, would this trailer rattle down the road a lot ? Since it is adjustable. Fuzzy :thumbsup2: I was wondering if you got a price for this unit yet?
FuzzyRSTD Posted August 18, 2011 #40 Posted August 18, 2011 (edited) I was wondering if you got a price for this unit yet? Nope, I have not gotten any reply as yet. I just went through my e-mails and nothing there. I might go back to the site and send another e-mail for info and ask them why they have not answered my quote request. Fuzzy Ps; just sent them an e-mail...... Edited August 18, 2011 by FuzzyRSTD ps
Wolf Posted August 19, 2011 #41 Posted August 19, 2011 I am going to be the Guinea pig here. I plan to buy one in the next two weeks, and will write a report as to my feelings at that time. That being said, I have towed tanks and everything that weighs less than a tank, but have never towed with a bike before. So, my experience in this matter is highly limited, so at the next meet and eat, I will ask another member to try it as well.
Guest tx2sturgis Posted August 19, 2011 #42 Posted August 19, 2011 I am going to be the Guinea pig here. I plan to buy one in the next two weeks, and will write a report as to my feelings at that time. That being said, I have towed tanks and everything that weighs less than a tank, but have never towed with a bike before. So, my experience in this matter is highly limited, so at the next meet and eat, I will ask another member to try it as well. Whatcha gonna buy?
Guest tx2sturgis Posted August 19, 2011 #45 Posted August 19, 2011 OK...I guess you mean the rally wagon. There were 2 or 3 trailers mentioned in this thread....so I was just curious.
DwightGA Posted August 19, 2011 #46 Posted August 19, 2011 If I could do it over again I would get one of the following. I kayak when I can, and a couple Kayakers in our club have these trailers. They are very well made and the most versatile trailer I have ever seen. http://www.rackandroll.com/ http://www.sportsrig.com/ http://www.maloneautoracks.com/microsport-xt.php
Wolf Posted August 19, 2011 #47 Posted August 19, 2011 I think that trailer can easily be made with a rack to carry bikes and kayaks for that matter. I believe there are many possibilities with it. sry Tx, the rally wagon is correct.
FuzzyRSTD Posted August 25, 2011 #48 Posted August 25, 2011 I was wondering if you got a price for this unit yet? Nothing was ever received from them. Even after another e-mail. So as far as I know/care, they are out of business.
Condor Posted August 25, 2011 #49 Posted August 25, 2011 Nothing was ever received from them. Even after another e-mail. So as far as I know/care, they are out of business. Am I missing something here?? The Rally Wagon is listed on Ebay. If this is the one everyone is posting about it's $895 plus $139 to ship. The link was posted back in the first 4 or 5 replies....
FuzzyRSTD Posted August 25, 2011 #50 Posted August 25, 2011 http://www.pod-ium.com/PODIUM-motorcycle-luggage-trailer-aluminum.html Same approach but the trailer expands and contracts Could haul a fiberglass box, golf clubs. bikes etc etc Problem - more expensive Am I missing something here?? The Rally Wagon is listed on Ebay. If this is the one everyone is posting about it's $895 plus $139 to ship. The link was posted back in the first 4 or 5 replies.... Sorry Condor, guess this thread kinda got robbed from me a little. I posted about this trailer (Podium) from birin's post. I did the questions and sent it to them for a quote. Fuzzy
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