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  1. cabreco
    My move will be a bear this time, much worse that when I move here from Jersey. I used 2 26 foot ryder trucks a full car trailer ( for my 63 Merc) on one and my Dakota pulling an old VW Beetle carrying a 6'x4' gun safe in the bed. Only NOW I have added 2 bikes & a bike trailer to the mix! Should be fun. The big trailer is something I would eventually pick up since we are looking at farms & horse ranches. (future meet & eat/maintenance day Jamboree)
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    After I posted, I gave it some more thought, and I came to the same conclusion. I did reposition the drawer bar, it is now 13.5" longer than stock. Overall length is 40" from the front edge of the trailer. I have already reduced the springpacks to remedy the bouncing. By reducing them, the weight capacity will be GREATLY diminished. So this trailer will NEVER haul my MK1 Brian, I'm 30 years past ignoring sound advice (lol) I've found that you guys have "been there, done that" . That is the main reason I bounce my projects here. Thanks for the heads up, Looks like I will revert to my original idea od getting a 16' dual axle trailer that will be able to haul both bikes when we move to Tenn.
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    Well I went & did it. I picked up the HF mini trailer yesterday. With coupons & sales it came to $143. I spent most of this afternoon putting it together & cursing Chinese manufacturing. In general the components are good. Some of the Bolts & nuts are not machined properly. I had to use my tap & die set waaayy too much today. Getting it squared was fun as well. Once everything was true I retightened eveything with my impact gun. (I will be stick welding it as well. Although it's sold as an 870lbs capacity trailer, it is rated at 1060 max load. My intention is to make this a multi use trailer (if needed). I can add a floor & sides to haul stuff, & I do have a 5/8 " steel U rail that can be placed on it to haul my VR in case of an emergency (get home short hop) since the VR is 911LBS. But for the most part it will be a tag along for me to pull behind my Gen1. Tomorrow I have fenders & wiring to do as well as add the 18cu ft rooftop cargo carrier. I aslo have the swivel hitch to mount on the VR. Here's where I stand so far. http://www.venturerider.org/forum/album.php?albumid=1121&pictureid=7122 Now I'M TIRED!!!! http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_dbnCgEZBVp0/SaOx9_Rie1I/AAAAAAAAAec/YPQWJ4aKBkw/s320/tired+smiley.bmp.jpg
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    Still need fenders, lights & wiring.

    From the album: My Trailer Project

  5. cabreco
    Box on the rack. This will carry my 800watt gas generator & a gallon of gas for it.

    From the album: My Trailer Project

  6. cabreco
    I happen to have this freezer grill. Seems like a good fil for a rack.

    From the album: My Trailer Project

  7. cabreco
    I also wrapped the rear spring bolts with a piece of garden hose to reduce noise

    From the album: My Trailer Project

  8. cabreco
    I wrapped the axle u bolts with hose to reduce noise.

    From the album: My Trailer Project

  9. cabreco
    I mounted the tongue useing the pre made holes on thee back bar but I had to drill 2 additional 3/8

    From the album: My Trailer Project

  10. cabreco
    Mocked up the frame. Instead of welding an extra piece to the tongue, I decided to mount the cented

    From the album: My Trailer Project

  11. cabreco
    Hey I gotta compete with Ventureous' Grape! Jeff...You & Squidley have a way of phrasing things that just sound wrong! LMAO!!! Now how the hell am I supposed to ask how much you want for your tongue???
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    The paint I'm not too concerned with, I plan on repainting my blonde green (like my 750) & I'll be matching the trailer & carrier box to match. I have found that like gun laser sights green is more visible to the human eye that red. Hell I even have a green HID headlight! I appreciate the help. I'll LYK about the tough once I build & test run it. Thanks!
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    A lot of GREAT info here. I had read a few of them online but not the tongue extention. Is this something that is essential? I have a Swivel hitch on order. It just makes sense to allow the bike to lean & the trailer not to try. The OEM tongue, did you just replace the OEM with a longer piece of square stock or weld in extra. I may take you up on the extra piece, I'll have to open the boxes & look at the build. I want to keep the weight down so I will probably stick weld it. I'll keep a floor around just in case I need a trailer to haul dirt & such. I will be doing that as well, I have this small storage box that I want to use to stow an extra gallon of gas & a tiny 800w generator. During the winter I will pick up a 6 person tent among other things for outings. As far as a spare, I usually carry a can of fix a flat so have you or dacheeda found carrying a spare essential? Again looking at weight.
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    Brian, Definitely buy this as a replacement. I just got the backrest pad today. Installed it in 10 minutes. IDK if the MK2 differs from the mk1, On my OEM backrest the pad is riveted on to the support. I had to drill the rivet heads off with a 1/4 drill bit. I measured the back of the new panel & got the centerpoint. Marked the screwholes with a silver sharpie & attached the pad. Fits like a glove. Here's a picture.
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    Squidley, just picked it up. Any advice or mods to assembly? I know some HF trailers have extra axle springs (I don't think this does) that some do not install. Any heads up woiuld be appreciated! Andy
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    Exactly my thought. I have a Karrite Explorer cartop carrier for it. It's 54" L x 38" W x 18" H with an 18 cu ft capacity http://www.lakelandgear.com/components/com_virtuemart/shop_image/product/karrite4.jpg
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    I saw the Tag along but want to conserve some coin as I have build material. So as a base this HF trailer would do fine? Just checking before I pick this up. http://www.harborfreight.com/automotive-motorcycle/trailer-accessories/870-lb-capacity-40-inch-x-49-inch-heavy-duty-utility-trailer-with-8-inch-wheels-and-tires-42708.html http://www.harborfreight.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/i/m/image_18027.jpg
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  19. cabreco
    On the bright side when you ride the other bikes they will feel real light. I also have an 81 CB750, after owning the VR for 9 months the 750 now feels like a dirtbike.
  20. cabreco
    At riding speed they are agile, fast & nimble BUT At lower speeds they are difficult, cumbersome, heavy, & definitely needing skill. Basically this picture describes it. http://i.telegraph.co.uk/multimedia/archive/01752/elephant-tightrope_1752802i.jpg Yet it's going to be the bike you will love the most!
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    It's easy to see how some discussions can get out of control due to different philosophcal views Some take a more proactive approach. Yes, I agree the police are only a cell call away, but by then you may be asking for an ambulance not protection. Self protection is not "taking the law into your own hands". That's like saying performing CPR is practicing medicine without a license. Why learn CPR when EMS is only a call away. It's all in how you view it. I live on the philosophy of "to each his own". There are many places where carry is forbiden, I do feel safe in general, I go to Canada & NYC a lot; but then I do have extensive martial arts training. Personally, I hate carrying, & I really have no desire to take a life...but I have no desire to give mine or my family's life up.
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    I agree absolutely Mike, the comment Donny was making was: That's the concern, defending yourself against a violent attack from a criminal.
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    In Canada, you basically have no choice (or gun rights) When I lived in NYC, I had no choice either. I was lucky that I was never a victim. Since I moved, I carry. It's not about feeling safe, it's about being prepared. In the same light as I would never drive without a spare tire in my car. I've never used my spare and I hope I never do; but in case of a flat I have a a remedy. Things are not that bad if you are aware of your surroundings, but occasionally there is the nut job, wannabe gangster or desperate drug addict that uses violence to further their agenda. I hope I am fortunate enough to NEVER have to unholster my weapon, but it is a fact of life that the police cannot be everywhere to protect people.
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    Then GET ONE! A hand gun & a CCW is a good tool to have when riding... provided you follow all the reciprocal laws. It's kinda like an adult diaper, no one has to know your wearing one, until Sh*t Happens!
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    My Incentive! http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3260/2422252423_9564515f68.jpg
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