A question about trailer chains!

[DwightGA]

I know that safety chains are required by law. But does it have to be a chain or can it be nylon straps? With the hitch that I have there is no good place to attach the chain. These straps are just as strong as chains and won't scratch up my bike or hitch.

 

Does anyone know what the chain or strap requirements would be to be legal and properly preform the function the laws is intending to solve? A motorcycle trailer is not that heavy so the chain or strap should not have to be as heavy duty as on other applications.

 

Thanks for you input.

[jfoster]

I would check state laws in the state your planning going through. Like La. they aren't required on trailers less than 6,000 lbs. Have you considered small diameter cables? Alot of boat trailer manufactures use them.

[FuzzyRSTD]

Hope this helps you out.

Fuzzy

 

http://www.customcruiserchrome.com/chains

http://www.easternmarine.com/Safety-Chains-Cables-Hooks/?gclid=COPuo_OK36oCFQ5W7AodKzaF-Q

http://www.woodalls.com/articledetails.aspx?articleID=2377513

Edited August 21, 2011 by FuzzyRSTD