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[RayG]

I used the search feature but I could not find any information on the proper way to trailer a bike.  I remember a post awhile back discussing on wether it should be in neutral or in gear or if it matters but I can't remember the reason why a particular method was used.  I do own a Wheeldock. 

Thanks 

[Master Guns]

Put it in neutral.  If in gear, the rocking of the trailer and bike will cause the motor to do the same.

[Jus Cruisin]

Put it in neutral.  If in gear, the rocking of the trailer and bike will cause the motor to do the same.

In a WheelDock, the bike isn't going to rock at all. I have always left my bikes in gear when trailering or in the back of a pickup. When I trailer it is about 1,300 miles each way.

[porthole]

Left in gear - out of habit.
On steeper ramps I also leave it in gear and use the clutch to "break" brake going down the ramp - no brakes, especially front brake.

[2k]

If your scoot is rocking that much........get a new chock!! Wheeldoc or Condor are the best choices for my money(which is what it is if it falls). If you are using ratchet style straps, make sure they make at least 2 complete turns(wrap on themselves). Don't ask how I know this, says the man with $800.00 missing from his wallet. 

[Puzzled]

I used the search feature but I could not find any information on the proper way to trailer a bike.  I remember a post awhile back discussing on wether it should be in neutral or in gear or if it matters but I can't remember the reason why a particular method was used.  I do own a Wheeldock. 

Thanks 

I prefer in gear however if strapped properly (in a manner where it doesn't move) in or out of gear would not make a difference. Use the front straps to pull the bike forward into the wheel chock of choice. You can strap the rear and pull back some which pulls against the front straps.

[trwtow]

in gear for me dont think it matters i use a condor chock but wheeldock are nice also. i sold my trailer just do it like this now

[TwoToes]

I don't trailer, I ride mine. But if I did I think I would leave it in gear so the bike wouldn't roll just in case a strap broke or came undone. I stand corrected, I have trailered mine when it broke down once and I did leave it in gear! ! !

[hd-dude]

I see in some of these pics above straps on the bars...DO NOT DO THIS! I have seen several break, especially stock bars. Always strap through the frame and engine guard.

[Puzzled]

Definitely use the lower triple tree as the main front lashing point.

I add auxiliary straps to the bars/risers to prevent top end wobble as I load bikes sometimes within 2-3 inches of each other. I usually end up with 8 straps on a bike. Than again I get paid to haul these bikes so they need to arrive at their destination in the same shape they arrive at my door. Sport bikes present their own set of unique circumstances.....

[porthole]

I don't trailer, I ride mine. But if I did I think I would leave it in gear so the bike wouldn't roll just in case a strap broke or came undone. I stand corrected, I have trailered mine when it broke down once and I did leave it in gear! ! !

So how do you comment on it then?

Hey Jim - like Mike, I will occasionally add "centering straps" to the bikes. with only 6.5' of room two dressers are tight, but doable. I have mine close to the walls, so I mainly will use the centering strap to keep the fairing safely away from the wall. No load unless on turns.

[2k]

Great idea Port!! Had my fairing lightly rub side on way to Daytona......cost $165 to fix. CENTERING STRAP FROM NOW ON