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[Jswerve]

Wondering what the smallest enclosed aluminum trailer I could pull my bike with? Is a 5' X 8' big enough?

[Indenial]

Jesse, I doubt it. My Roadglide is 9ft and you have to leave a little room for the wheel chock. Need a minimum of 10ft.

[deldago]

Remember those are outside dimensions. I have a 6x12 and it doesn't have but about three feet between the rear of the bike and the door. There are several things that men don't complain about being too big, gun safes, trailers, wallets and a few others! The price difference is not much either.

[Jswerve]

Remember those are outside dimensions. I have a 6x12 and it doesn't have but about three feet between the rear of the bike and the door. There are several things that men don't complain about being too big, gun safes, trailers, wallets and a few others! The price difference is not much either.

Ok brother, so 6' X 12' minimum, thanks!

[stevehd]

A 6x12 gives you room to move around the bike to check your tie downs and to carry the extra stuff that you end up taking with you or buy as souvenirs.

[JoeVibe]

A 6x12 gives you room to move around the bike to check your tie downs and to carry the extra stuff that you end up taking with you or buy as souvenirs.

I agree! I have a 6X10 v-nose and my Ultra fits in it fine but I wouldn't mind having an extra 2 feet.

[Jswerve]

I wouldn't mind having an extra 2 feet.

HAHA wouldn't we all mind having a little extra! 

Thanks guys!

[9 1/2 Beers]

 A tandem wheel trailer is worth the extra money, just IMO

 Marty

[Jswerve]

A tandem wheel trailer is worth the extra money, just IMO

 Marty

Marty can you explain why you came to this conclusion?

[ultrarider123]

A tandem wheel trailer is worth the extra money, just IMO

 Marty

I'd second that, Jesse, and not that much more money for piece of mind. 

As to why?  Many answers.  My reasoning if I were to purchase a trailer to haul would be if one tire blows, you still have one left on that side to help slow/stop progress so that $35,000 plus motorcycle (or cycles) aren't hurt. 
my two cents......

[9 1/2 Beers]

Marty can you explain why you came to this conclusion?

 When I had a tandem Utl. trailer (8x14)if i remember correctly, it pulled very smoothly  , I would/could  backup over curbs with the greatest of easy, the trailer just doesn't bounce as much going down the road. Don't forget electric trailer brakes just in case you have an emergency.

 I had a Haulmark 
 Marty

[TNCarters]

I pulled a tandem axle boat a few years and found the tandem axle trailers are less critical for load distribution and less likely to fishtail.  That said I have a single axle for the bike which is probably the most common in 10-12' trailers.  I did make sure to get one with a higher load rating and full size trailer tires, 15".

[Jswerve]

Thanks guys, great info. I think a tandem trailer with capability to haul 2 bikes would be ideal. 

[JoeVibe]

Thanks guys, great info. I think a tandem trailer with capability to haul 2 bikes would be ideal. 

I'm thinking about moving up to a two bike trailer myself. Especially if my wife ends up with a Freewheeler. Looking at 7 X 14.

[Jswerve]

I'm thinking about moving up to a two bike trailer myself. Especially if my wife ends up with a Freewheeler. Looking at 7 X 14.

Joe any good leads so far?

[doublerunner]

Tandem axle is the way to go.

Also, go with all aluminum. Lighter weight trailer means you can haul more gear and/or is less weight to tow. But also, the aluminum will not rust. Steel trailers rust out too quickly for my liking. I have a Thule cargo pro. 7' x 14' V-nose set up with condor wheel chocks. Love it. Can hold 2 full dressers and I have a nice storage cabinet built into the V-nose up front

[porthole]

Thanks guys, great info. I think a tandem trailer with capability to haul 2 bikes would be ideal. 

Cost difference for the same trailer going from one axle to two - not so bad if you were going to add brakes to your single axle. When mine was built it was $350 to add brakes or $700 for the 2 axle upgrade with brakes.

Mine is 6.5 x 12 with a V nose. It is about he absolute minimum to haul to 2 dressers.

As mentioned above, 2 axle tends to give a more stable ride, less sway and you have that extra axle for when tires have  problems.

[ultrarider123]

I'm thinking about moving up to a two bike trailer myself. Especially if my wife ends up with a Freewheeler. Looking at 7 X 14.

I know this is a trailer thread but have to ask.....

Hey Joe, has Janet ridden one of the new Freewheelers?  Saw one at K'ville HD.  Didn't stay on the showroom long.  Very nice trike.  I like the look of the clean front and the HUGE trunk.  I think it will be a good seller for the MoCo.

[Jswerve]

Cost difference for the same trailer going from one axle to two - not so bad if you were going to add brakes to your single axle. When mine was built it was $350 to add brakes or $700 for the 2 axle upgrade with brakes.

Mine is 6.5 x 12 with a V nose. It is about he absolute minimum to haul to 2 dressers.

As mentioned above, 2 axle tends to give a more stable ride, less sway and you have that extra axle for when tires have  problems.

Duane that sounds perfect, got a link?

[porthole]

Sorry Jesse, mine is a Thule, they went out of business and were bought up by someone, don't know who, but I think they are building the same trailer.

I bought the Thule because it was all aluminum with smooth sidewalls. (we live near the beach)

To add, I would not buy another 6.5 wide trailer. Just too tight with dressers, especially if you use the Wild One bars. 7, 7.5 or 8' if you want to be able to haul two full size bikes comfortably. But, for only one bike the 5 footers will do.

There can be quite a few things to think of when searching for a hauler.

Length
width
1 or 2 axles
V-nose or flat
drop axles or standard
torsion suspension or springs
lo-profile of full height - or - as I did, I ordered a lo-profile with 6" extra height added. I wanted the drop torsion suspension axles.
beavertail or not
riveted sides or smooth sides (smooth looks better, especially over time)

And there is more that comes up as you start looking.

[Jswerve]

Sorry Jesse, mine is a Thule, they went out of business and were bought up by someone, don't know who, but I think they are building the same trailer.

I bought the Thule because it was all aluminum with smooth sidewalls. (we live near the beach)

To add, I would not buy another 6.5 wide trailer. Just too tight with dressers, especially if you use the Wild One bars. 7, 7.5 or 8' if you want to be able to haul two full size bikes comfortably. But, for only one bike the 5 footers will do.

There can be quite a few things to think of when searching for a hauler.

Length
width
1 or 2 axles
V-nose or flat
drop axles or standard
torsion suspension or springs
lo-profile of full height - or - as I did, I ordered a lo-profile with 6" extra height added. I wanted the drop torsion suspension axles.
beavertail or not
riveted sides or smooth sides (smooth looks better, especially over time)

And there is more that comes up as you start looking.

Ok now I have a headache!     

I'm thinking this would be perfect!

http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-7x12-HAULMARK-LOW-HAULER-7-x-12-Enclosed-Cargo-Two-Bike-Motorcycle-Trailer-/141437813696?pt=Trailers&hash=item20ee59c3c0

[tazmun]

I'm thinking about moving up to a two bike trailer myself. Especially if my wife ends up with a Freewheeler. Looking at 7 X 14.

Joe, if you guys are looking at a trike, I'm thinking 7' will not cut it! If you remember, Mike and I had a 7 x 14 aluminum at MV, and you only have maybe 6/8" between bikes, and a trike is MUCH wider! Just my 2 cents!!!

tazmun

[porthole]

On the trike thoughts - keep in mind that a 7-8 wide trailer has "inside" fenders as well as outside. How much so depends on the axle type, drop or standard.

Prior to ordering my trailer, I took the bike to the shop and did some test fitting. I would suggest the same if dealing with trikes.

[tazmun]

Ok now I have a headache!     

I'm thinking this would be perfect!

http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-7x12-HAULMARK-LOW-HAULER-7-x-12-Enclosed-Cargo-Two-Bike-Motorcycle-Trailer-/141437813696?pt=Trailers&hash=item20ee59c3c0

Jess, that is a steel trailer. "If" you want to look at an open trailer may I suggest an Aluma MC10. Aluma also makes all kinds of aluminum trailers too! They are made in your home state along with one of their largest dealers, Thomas Bus.
The MC10 is extremely light too. Chip (SBB) has one, and I had one in the past, and soon to have another. Gas mileage is not effected as much as enclosed, and when I had mine I didn't loose more than 2/3 at speed.
Just another thing to look at!

tazmun

[TNCarters]

Good trailer supplier in Middle TN is BJ's.  Dont know that they have a lot of the specialty aluminum but have a lot of other stuff related to trailers.  They build the steel open trailers there at their location and carry several enclosed trailers.  Just thought you may want to see their site:  http://www.bjtrailers.com/

[FLH91]

I haul my RGC and CVO Deluxe in a 6x12 V-nose.  It is too tight so I just sold it.  Planning on getting a new 7x14 V-nose dual axle, drop axle.  Also planning on getting "Biker Bars" instead of Condor wheel chocks.  The Biker Bar attaches to the frame and the bike does not move (bounce around) at all.  IMHO even with the best wheel chock and suspension compressed as much as you want, the bike still moves.  With the biker bar, it does not move at all. 

Just my .02 cents

[SBB]

I'm thinking about moving up to a two bike trailer myself. Especially if my wife ends up with a Freewheeler. Looking at 7 X 14.

Joe

I have a 7X14 Haulmark.
I bought a 7X12 and when I went to pick it up it was a 7X14.
http://www.cvoharley.com/smf/index.php?topic=19111.0
As I have found out, there are dummies everywhere, this guy didn't know what he had.
I have doubts if your bike and a Freelander would fit in a 7X12.
It may fit in a 7X14 but you will have to shove your bike all the way to the front on the left side and then the Freelander will sit closer to the rear on the right.

Not that it helps you but I also have an Aluma MC-10. I used the Haulmark last week and was reminded how much I like the lightweight Aluma. Aluma also makes a model for a trike and a MC-210 for two bikes. I used the Aluma this weekend to bring home the scooters from Maggie Valley for the winter. It only weighs 390 lbs. and pulls like a dream. Good luck Joe in what you decide. With the Haulmark, the Aluma and the Bushtec I'm trailer rich. (or trailer poor, depends on the perspective)

SBB

[GC_Super]

Lots of good advice here, as usual. I bought a trailer about ten years ago to haul the bike and the kids to Colorado. Then dump the kids off on the family so we could ride for a few days. It's a 7X12 Pace MC edition, so it has the torsion suspension, flow thru ventilation, tandem axle. The one regret is that it's NOT a V-nose. Might as well put a sail on it. I don't use it enough to justify buying a new one, but if I did, V-nose would be first on my list.

[JoeVibe]

Joe any good leads so far?

Jessie - There are a couple of fairly big trailer dealers close to me and at this point I'm just window shopping. A 7X14 tandem axle v-nose trailer is $3500 at the place closest to me. I'm not sure of the brand but it's a well built unit, but definitely not aluminum.

Chip & Taz- It's going to be after the first of the year before I do anything and I would definitely trial fit the bikes before I put out the money. Step one is getting Janet out on the bike to see if she's going to like it.

Howard -  Janet hasn't rode it yet but she has sat on it, and it fits her nice. I'm hoping to get her on a test ride in the near future but I have a couple of obstacles to overcome first.

[Jswerve]

Jess, that is a steel trailer. "If" you want to look at an open trailer may I suggest an Aluma MC10. Aluma also makes all kinds of aluminum trailers too! They are made in your home state along with one of their largest dealers, Thomas Bus.
The MC10 is extremely light too. Chip (SBB) has one, and I had one in the past, and soon to have another. Gas mileage is not effected as much as enclosed, and when I had mine I didn't loose more than 2/3 at speed.
Just another thing to look at!

tazmun

Damn I gotta at least entertain that being here in Iowa. Thanks Taz 

Thanks everyone, so many options. I need to really narrow it down now.

[JoeVibe]

Gas mileage can be an issue. I get about 20 mpg highway without my 6X10 v-nose enclosed trailer, no better than 10-12 mpg when pulling it.

[Jswerve]

Gas mileage can be an issue. I get about 20 mpg highway without my 6X10 v-nose enclosed trailer, no better than 10-12 mpg when pulling it.

I've borrowed my buddies 7x12 aluminum v nose a few times. I get about 10-12 mpg with my truck. Usually get about 16-17mpg. Maybe an open trailer would be better. I eventually want to get a newer truck and a toy hauler/camper...

[Craigisdad]

We have done open and closed. Pulled the bikes home from sturgis in pouring rain for about 14 hours in 2010 on an open trailer, never seen a bike so dirty.  Bought an enclosed 8x20 with 3 foot v nose last year, only got 3.5 miles per gallon less than with an open trailer. IMHO I would give up the mileage any day for the convenience and comfort of the enclosed trailer. We put all our gear, luggage, coolers, and tools in there as well, and no straps to tie off and worry about. We also like that at night we can park the bike in the trailer so it is out of the weather and more secure.  Get what works best for you, but since we are all putting in our 2 cents worth, I say enclosed is the way to go for me. Good luck!!

[Jswerve]

We have done open and closed. Pulled the bikes home from sturgis in pouring rain for about 14 hours in 2010 on an open trailer, never seen a bike so dirty.  Bought an enclosed 8x20 with 3 foot v nose last year, only got 3.5 miles per gallon less than with an open trailer. IMHO I would give up the mileage any day for the convenience and comfort of the enclosed trailer. We put all our gear, luggage, coolers, and tools in there as well, and no straps to tie off and worry about. We also like that at night we can park the bike in the trailer so it is out of the weather and more secure.  Get what works best for you, but since we are all putting in our 2 cents worth, I say enclosed is the way to go for me. Good luck!!

I've been surfing the internet for trailers for 90 mins. I am about to pull my damn hair out. How negotiable are trailer prices? New or used?

[FLH91]

I can't get over the price differences in different parts of the country..  Yes frustrating.

[2 ROSE]

Not in the market for a trailer...yet...but if/when I get too old to ride where I want to go there is a lot of good info here. From what I have read and if I was buying one I would go tandem, aluminum and for sure enclosed being big enough for two Phat Harleys...jmpo
The pix of the two little bikes riding out in the open like that is enough to persuade me that it is no way to treat your baby, aka your cvo...as they say "out of sight out of mind". There should be a hotline phone number you can call to report such abuse.
Buy it big for two now cause in the future who knows what family/friends will decide they want to learn to ride a motorcycle out scooter or whatever. Who knows, maybe Mrs. Jswerve might even get the itch some day. Stuff/trailers do not get any cheaper as the years go by.
Good luck in your decision and search.

[Jswerve]

We aren't looking for a trailer because we are too old.  We are looking because the Mrs only gets 7 days of vacation max at a time and we could go a lot further and get more quality riding in if we just load it up and ride straight through.

[Indenial]

Jesse, funny how the minimum just became the maximum.  Just like a CVO.  I have an enclosed aluminum Featherlite (made in Iowa) and love it. Moves not only motorcycles, but kids into and out of apartments. 

[Jswerve]

Jesse, funny how the minimum just became the maximum.  Just like a CVO.  I have an enclosed aluminum Featherlite (made in Iowa) and love it. Moves not only motorcycles, but kids into and out of apartments.

Where did you buy it?

[20 gauge]

Ditto on the Aluma trailer. We have a 26' that we pull behind our motorhome. One bike, one trike and a Polaris side by side ATV. Try Avalon Trailer Sales in Rickardsville, IA. Ask for Mark or Dale tell them Hugh sent you.

[Jswerve]

Ditto on the Aluma trailer. We have a 26' that we pull behind our motorhome. One bike, one trike and a Polaris side by side ATV. Try Avalon Trailer Sales in Rickardsville, IA. Ask for Mark or Dale tell them Hugh sent you.

That's awesome Thank you.

[tazmun]

That's awesome Thank you.

Jess,
 "If" you get an enclosed trailer, MAKE SURE that it has as extra long tongue!!! Some trailer companies charge extra for that, others don't have it, and some it's standard.!! It pulls better, easier to back up etc. Ask someone who has a short tongue and has put big dents in the trailer while backing up!!
Just more information, and if you keep digging, you will find all kinds of horror stories about cheap trailers.

tazmun 

[Jswerve]

Jess,
 "If" you get an enclosed trailer, MAKE SURE that it has as extra long tongue!!! Some trailer companies charge extra for that, others don't have it, and some it's standard.!! It pulls better, easier to back up etc. Ask someone who has a short tongue and has put big dents in the trailer while backing up!!
Just more information, and if you keep digging, you will find all kinds of horror stories about cheap trailers.

tazmun

OK taz!

[tazmun]

We have done open and closed. Pulled the bikes home from sturgis in pouring rain for about 14 hours in 2010 on an open trailer, never seen a bike so dirty.  Bought an enclosed 8x20 with 3 foot v nose last year, only got 3.5 miles per gallon less than with an open trailer. IMHO I would give up the mileage any day for the convenience and comfort of the enclosed trailer. We put all our gear, luggage, coolers, and tools in there as well, and no straps to tie off and worry about. We also like that at night we can park the bike in the trailer so it is out of the weather and more secure.  Get what works best for you, but since we are all putting in our 2 cents worth, I say enclosed is the way to go for me. Good luck!!

Just a question about mileage, you run a diesel correct?

tazmun

[Chains]

Jesse,

Everyone has good points to consider. A few things no one mentioned is your budget or how many times a year you would use it. Some of the trailers mentioned can cost  a lot more than you could ever imagine. 

Here is my Haul mark low rider 6x12. It has electric brakes and the breakaway brake system. Traded one of my Bushtec trailers for it straight up. I got the best of the deal.  Nice thing about it is if you want you can park in a garage due to the low height. You do have to remember to duck however going in or its going to hurt.

I have seen several of these go for less than 3K on eBay in the past few months.

Good luck.

[Jswerve]

Jesse,

Everyone has good points to consider. A few things no one mentioned is your budget or how many times a year you would use it. Some of the trailers mentioned can cost  a lot more than you could ever imagine. 

Here is my Haul mark low rider 6x12. It has electric brakes and the breakaway brake system. Traded one of my Bushtec trailers for it straight up. I got the best of the deal.  Nice thing about it is if you want you can park in a garage due to the low height. You do have to remember to duck however going in or its going to hurt.

I have seen several of these go for less than 3K on eBay in the past few months.

Good luck.

Chains are you sure I'd have to duck I'm 5'6 lol.

How heavy is your trailer? I'd only use it a few times a year and yes I'm on a budget.

Jesse

[Robmay]

I'm going to look at Miker's Hallmark trailer this weekend. PM me your contact info and I'll send you some pics and info on it. I'll probably buy it and you can have it for what I buy it for if you are interested. If not, I will keep it.

[kiro]

Some of the trailers mentioned can cost a lot more than you could ever imagine. 

That's a fact, getting one set up with all the features can get pricey with the limited trips I need to trailer. I use an enclosed 10' Hallmark cargo trailer, which I have set up for two bikes. Nothing fancy for certain, but I've pulled it with both a car and my pick-up and you hardly would know it was there. Most of my use with this trailer, none recently, wasn't motorcycle related - I bought it for traveling with my telescope systems for astro-imaging, but it's been to Sturgis twice of the four times I've been. BTW, not to enter the debate about trailers vs. riding, but Sturgis is about 45 hours drive time from my home location - no way I can take as much time as would be required to ride round trip. In a cage you can switch drivers and keep on going. Tandem vs. single axle - may not be a consideration where many live, but tolls heading west/south from my area are quite a bit more costly adding another axle.

[tazmun]

That's a fact, getting one set up with all the features can get pricey with the limited trips I need to trailer. I use an enclosed 10' Hallmark cargo trailer, which I have set up for two bikes. Nothing fancy for certain, but I've pulled it with both a car and my pick-up and you hardly would know it was there. Most of my use with this trailer, none recently, wasn't motorcycle related - I bought it for traveling with my telescope systems for astro-imaging, but it's been to Sturgis twice of the four times I've been. BTW, not to enter the debate about trailers vs. riding, but Sturgis is about 45 hours drive time from my home location - no way I can take as much time as would be required to ride round trip. In a cage you can switch drivers and keep on going. Tandem vs. single axle - may not be a consideration where many live, but tolls heading west/south from my area are quite a bit more costly adding another axle.

   You are correct on those tolls!!! They rip your eyes out for another axle!
They even charge an arm & leg when we pull our Bushtec trailer.

tazmun

[Jswerve]

I'm going to look at Miker's Hallmark trailer this weekend. PM me your contact info and I'll send you some pics and info on it. I'll probably buy it and you can have it for what I buy it for if you are interested. If not, I will keep it.

OK Rob info incoming.

[lowflight]

I have a 7X14 V enclosed with tandem. Just have to throw in my 2 cents: This summer I trailered back to the Midwest and first day out we got caught in 65 -70 mph cross winds. Without having the tandem my day would have been done, with it we could happily just keep trucking. Those kinds of winds pick-up enough crap that if it was open I would have been very concerned about paint on the bikes, in some areas the sand and dust was heavy enough it was tough to see the road surface. It is those kinds of days that make spending the extra $ well worth it.

[Jswerve]

I have a 7X14 V enclosed with tandem. Just have to throw in my 2 cents: This summer I trailered back to the Midwest and first day out we got caught in 65 -70 mph cross winds. Without having the tandem my day would have been done, with it we could happily just keep trucking. Those kinds of winds pick-up enough crap that if it was open I would have been very concerned about paint on the bikes, in some areas the sand and dust was heavy enough it was tough to see the road surface. It is those kinds of days that make spending the extra $ well worth it.

What brand of trailer?

[lowflight]

Jesse,

Mine is a Becker, custom made. I don't remember who manufactures it. I got it near La Crosse, WI at Sparta Trailers.

http://beckercustomtrailers.com/

[Jswerve]

Jesse,

Mine is a Becker, custom made. I don't remember who manufactures it. I got it near La Crosse, WI at Sparta Trailers.

http://beckercustomtrailers.com/

Nice I'm about 4 hours from La Crosse, thanks.

[Chains]

Chains are you sure I'd have to duck I'm 5'6 lol.

How heavy is your trailer? I'd only use it a few times a year and yes I'm on a budget.

Jesse

Jesse, you would only have to duck if you had on 6 inch heels. lol.  GVWR is 2900.  Not sure of trailer weight but I like the low hauler as it is about level with the cab of my F150 Platinum. Drops in mileage is negligible, about 2.5 mpg lower with trailer.  As I said I traded for it but did replace the fenders and tires.  Still way under $2,000.00 invested so I don't feel bad if I only use it now and then.

[DaBigNuttedMan]

just throwing it out there, I just added the ability to haul bikes with our enclosed car trailer its a 26' x102" Haulmark we bought new in 08, its cost effective for us because it was already here, its a 10,000 lb GVWR trailer, of the car trailers its the low roof job my fuel mileage don't suffer much its barley any taller than the roof of our truck its 4 wheel drive 3/4 ton stock ride height. I took it to a truck scale with 4 friends on their dressers and Sue on her trike, then on the scale I set it up for 4 Harleys at once or two down the middle. I could have set it up for 5 bikes at once and still been legal weight wise. works great we took it to Maggie valley with 2 bikes and a trike. many accessories too, even brought the kitchen sink. I see a lot of used [barley used] car trailers pretty cheap, if ya got time to shop. Just another option not trying to convince anyone, works great for us, the way I see it once your pulling a trailer whats wrong with a few more feet of trailer. The toll road deal is real though.

[Craigisdad]

Tazmun, yes I do run a diesel, 2002 ford f 350 7.3

[tazmun]

Boy, I can't believe what good gas mileage you guys all get. We pulled a 7 x 14 all aluminum V-nose from Wisconsin to Maggie Valley and back with a F-150 at the speed limits, 65/75. We averaged a little over 9.5 mpg!! We pulled 2 CVO baggers in the trailer. The Platinum has the 5.4 and without a trailer the same trip, we average a little over 17 mpg!

tazmun!

[Jswerve]

Boy, I can't believe what good gas mileage you guys all get. We pulled a 7 x 14 all aluminum V-nose from Wisconsin to Maggie Valley and back with a F-150 at the speed limits, 65/75. We averaged a little over 9.5 mpg!! We pulled 2 CVO baggers in the trailer. The Platinum has the 5.4 and without a trailer the same trip, we average a little over 17 mpg!

tazmun!

Taz I pulled a similar sized trailer, all aluminum, with 1 bagger into a headwind with my 1/2 ton Chevy 5.0 liter and got 9 mpg before. It was a v nose as well.

[ultrarider123]

You may want to move to this, Jesse.
http://www.ramtrucks.com/en/towing_guide/fuel_efficiency/?sid=1037056&KWNM=ram+1500+diesel&KWID=5784602352&TR=1&channel=paidsearch

[08glide]

Taz I pulled a similar sized trailer, all aluminum, with 1 bagger into a headwind with my 1/2 ton Chevy 5.0 liter and got 9 mpg before. It was a v nose as well.

I did the same yrs ago & had the same results. even pulled a single axle open trlr  with 5.8 chevy silverado. fuel mpg would go from 17 mpg to 10mpg even when mt. that's why I wnt to a duramax diesel. get 19mpg with trlr or without, loaded or mt.

[Jswerve]

So now I need a truck AND trailer? Lmao.

Howard thank you for offering to purchase us a new truck. My wife is tickled Bwahaha

[ultrarider123]

So now I need a truck AND trailer? Lmao.

Howard thank you for offering to purchase us a new truck. My wife is tickled Bwahaha

Well, she is in management..........

Soon as my rich uncle gets out of the poor house, the truck is headed your way Jesse.......

[Jswerve]

Well, she is in management..........

Soon as my rich uncle gets out of the poor house, the truck is headed your way Jesse.......

Sounds like a plan Lmao. I'm waiting for my parents to pass. Looking forward to their bill collectors to start calling!

[Chains]

Jesse,

One other thing, the bigger the trailer the more room it takes up in the driveway or barn yard.  Or do as the guy across the street from me does.  He has a 7 X16 and keeps his two Harleys in it like a garage and when they head out bikes are there as well as all his gear. 

[Jswerve]

Jesse,

One other thing, the bigger the trailer the more room it takes up in the driveway or barn yard.  Or do as the guy across the street from me does.  He has a 7 X16 and keeps his two Harleys in it like a garage and when they head out bikes are there as well as all his gear.

I have a concrete pad on the side of my house I can park 3 cars deep

[porthole]

I did the same yrs ago & had the same results. even pulled a single axle open trlr  with 5.8 chevy silverado. fuel mpg would go from 17 mpg to 10mpg even when mt. that's why I wnt to a duramax diesel. get 19mpg with trlr or without, loaded or mt.

You get 19 mpg pulling a loaded trailer?

[HUBBARD]

My DuraMax got 18 mpg with my FEATHERLITE and Ol' Maudie loaded up.  I installed a boost system that gave it 70HP, and 200 more lbs.ft. of torque, this past May, but I haven't checked the mileage with the FLHTCUSE7, (Maybelle), loaded up yet.  What I do know is it runs twice as good as it did before!  It doesn't chip-out at 100 MPH any more, either.  It'll run 120 MPH now, and maybe more, but that's all it will register on the Speedo.  I didn't look at the GPS, as I was pretty focused on the Road!    Later--HUBBARD 

[Jswerve]

My DuraMax got 18 mpg with my FEATHERLITE and Ol' Maudie loaded up.  I installed a boost system that gave it 70HP, and 200 more lbs.ft. of torque, this past May, but I haven't checked the mileage with the FLHTCUSE7, (Maybelle), loaded up yet.  What I do know is it runs twice as good as it did before!  It doesn't chip-out at 100 MPH any more, either.  It'll run 120 MPH now, and maybe more, but that's all it will register on the Speedo.  I didn't look at the GPS, as I was pretty focused on the Road!    Later--HUBBARD

LOL HUBBARD big surprise! You probably hopped up your lawn mowers and weed wackers!! 

[tazmun]

A good friend of mine has a new DuraMax, and had an older one too. Pulling his 35 ft 5th wheel toy hauler back and forth to the Dakotas for hunting twice a year says he gets 13/14 mpg up to 65 mph, after 65 it goes to hell. At 75 he says he is in the 9/10 range with no real headwind.
Just food for thought!

tazmun
 

[Jswerve]

A good friend of mine has a new DuraMax, and had an older one too. Pulling his 35 ft 5th wheel toy hauler back and forth to the Dakotas for hunting twice a year says he gets 13/14 mpg up to 65 mph, after 65 it goes to hell. At 75 he says he is in the 9/10 range with no real headwind.
Just food for thought!

tazmun

Sounds like slowing down a bit really pays off...

[TXGator]

That's about the same MPG ranges I get with my 6.4 ford pulling the TH...

[Chains]

Here you go Jesse 8.5x52. $13,950.00. Its so big you can ride in it on rainy days. 

[SBB]

Here you go Jesse 8.5x52. $13,950.00. Its so big you can ride in it on rainy days. 

Damn Jim that's so big it even comes with its own water tower.

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[TXGator]

There is probably a small lake inside as well for swimming and fishing on the hotter days..

[Chains]

Damn Jim that's so big it even comes with its own water tower.

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I was thinking if Jesse bought it we could let him put on portable GTG's all over the country. Could reach out to the needy members like Brother Hubbard that can't afford to come to the normal GTG's.  lol

[tazmun]

Damn Jim that's so big it even comes with its own water tower.

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Chip, maybe this instead of a house at Eagles Nest?? Would save lot's of money, and you would never have to worry about running out of water!

[SBB]

Richard

You may be on to something.
I do have a well to drill at Eagles Nest.

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[HUBBARD]

LOL HUBBARD big surprise! You probably hopped up your lawn mowers and weed wackers!! 

Yep, it's an addiction.  Most of us have it, too!  I can hardly wait to put some HP up "Maybelle's" a$$, but I ain't decided exactly what I want to do yet.  Sure does tug on my mind, though.  Daily.    Later--HUBBARD 

[Kilaani]

What about a trailer big enough for two? My hubs RG and my SESG

[Kilaani]

We aren't looking for a trailer because we are too old.  We are looking because the Mrs only gets 7 days of vacation max at a time and we could go a lot further and get more quality riding in if we just load it up and ride straight through.

Yep. That's it for us, too. My hubs isn't as fond of long distance trips as I am and he can't get the time off. Next year we are considering a truck and some sort of toy puller so we can get there and have time to ride.

[Jswerve]

Yep. That's it for us, too. My hubs isn't as fond of long distance trips as I am and he can't get the time off. Next year we are considering a truck and some sort of toy puller so we can get there and have time to ride.

Jill we both love the distance just not the time it takes. Hope someday my wife's vacation policy changes.

[ultrarider123]

Have you found one yet, Jesse?

[deldago]

Jesse you need to find a FRIEND with a trailer. Mine has been to Bikeweek, Biketoberfest and even Easy rider in Chillicothe without me. I am sure it was scarred for life there! We do use it when we have to cover a lot of miles in a short time with questionable weather. We once made it from Ohio to Daytona in 12.5 hours with ice all the way through W.V. Try hitting a drive through on a fuel stop and eating a cheeseburger and fries at 85 mph on the bike!

[TXGator]

We have a TH that we bought this year so that next year we will be able to hit some events further up north like MV etc. 

[Jswerve]

Jesse you need to find a FRIEND with a trailer. Mine has been to Bikeweek, Biketoberfest and even Easy rider in Chillicothe without me. I am sure it was scarred for life there! We do use it when we have to cover a lot of miles in a short time with questionable weather. We once made it from Ohio to Daytona in 12.5 hours with ice all the way through W.V. Try hitting a drive through on a fuel stop and eating a cheeseburger and fries at 85 mph on the bike!

I do have a friend of mine with a trailer. Already borrowed it a cpl times to take the bike in for work. Gets old asking to borrow it though.

So far still browsing Howard.