How to Strap Down a Motorcycle on a Garden or Utility Trailer

[@Kryzael-]

5 years later, this is still helping people. Thanks! 👍

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Your welcome. Thanks for watching.

[@Sephiroth5200]

Buying my first bike today. I'm the last one in my family to buy a bike. Late bloomer if you will and have to trailer it home. Was nervous about doing it til I watched this. Great video, thank you.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Remember to ride safe. Thanks for watching.

[@christopherdonlick9119]

wow.. I've used ratchet straps for a couple decades now and never thought to loop it around the hook like you did on the first strap. Thanks for that. I love youtube, and guys like you willing to part with those gold nuggets of information.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

It really makes it easy. Thanks for watching.

[@weets69]

Same here. Great idea and vid

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

@@weets69 Thanks

[@CarlosGarcia-ls4hn]

Great video. I learned from you that trick about looping the strap inside the eye hook. That works great. Now I tell everyone about that neat trick.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

It makes it easy to loosen when done transporting. Thanks for watching.

[@alanhunter8613]

i really enjoyed that video and i learned a new way with the straps around the hooks, all these years off trying to keep them in place when your simple way will save time and worry and torment thank you.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Glad it helped. Thanks for watching. I have a new video coming out on garden trailer motorcycle hauling in two weeks.

[@jimthompson717]

That's awesome ,the way you rode up the trailer gate ramp like a boss. Gotta love those pre-covid, pre-2022 hyper inflation, low prices.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Back in the day. Thanks

[@ellpat2928]

I just went looking today for a trailer 89 feet there’s nowhere near what he paid on sale they’re up around $3000 thank you Covid

[@RevengeOfTheApocalypse]

As helpful as this video was, how you did the straps was a huge life lesson, I’ll be sure to do that, thank you

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Thanks for watching.

[@andrewillick5355]

Great tips. Going by HF this morning to get a bike chock. Thanks!

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

It makes a big difference. Thanks for watching.

[@CH-pv4dx]

Going to pick up a bike tomorrow thanks for the info! Didn’t want to mess up my new ride.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Enjoy your new ride. Thanks for watching.

[@branchfeather1399]

Thank you for this video - I just bought the exact same trailer and this is my first time that I'm going to haul my Harley 1200. Very informative.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

We have a switchback and a sporty. If you want to see a cool new system watch my two bolt it on videos. Have fun and thanks for watching.

[@toddgittins5692]

Buy a Pingel wheel chock and follow instructions. Not gonna beat this guy up, his hearts in the right place. Plus, he did an OK job. Rear racks are usually only have 10lbs. rating, so use rear foot peg mount or frame/swingarm. REMEMBER, when using chocks, all straps pull forward into the chock. Hope this helps.

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Thanks for the shout out! I need to get myself a rig like this! Much easier than my method. Lol.

[@JonsMotoGarage]

I use the same loop method. I'm always amazed how many people it for the first time and think it's pure genius. Lol.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

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[@murdadock]

That's not gonna go anywhere! Thanks for the video. Exactly what I needed

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Glad it helped. Thanks for watching

[@ronlanham3565]

Very helpful step-by-step video that I'll be using for future reference. Now I just need to a get a trailer.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

I bought mine at Harbor Freight. Thanks for watching.

[@joegennaro3703]

I have a similar setup but I use tank straps. I use to strap the way your doing it but found the tank straps secure the bike more. Take care Joe

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Thanks

[@jordanblair5410]

Please post a link to your "tank straps"

[@takinoff4271]

Haha! Never did I think I'd find a channel with Bivouac in the name. Love it. You must be army/ret'd?

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

My father and oldest brother are Marines. Thanks for watching

[@tjmartin7477]

Helpful video, thank you. I was wondering if you could make it through without saying "That's not going to go anywhere". It has been scientifically proven that no man can strap anything down without saying that!

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Lol! Thanks for watching.

[@TherealWinterpillow]

The one time I didn't say that the bike fell over in the bed of my truck. So, I'd say it's bad juju to not say it.

[@old-man463]

we just bought a boulevard s40 and randomly checked for tie down info, imagine that. thank you, will let you know how we do on the 23rd.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Congrats on the S40. Thanks for watching and let me know.

[@collinmc90]

Really like that wheel chock. gotta pick that up, the one I have now keeps the wheel from going side to side but wouldn't hold it up on its own. That would make strapping it down a little easier.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Its worked really well. Thanks for watching.

[@kalaga2k]

Thank you Sir , Very Instructive. I follow also John Moto, nice to mention him. Take Care.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Glad it helped. Thanks for watching.

[@j.r.smotorcyclerides9404]

Yes Sir that is what I do, then again I am a retired OTR Truck Driver so I know how to secure and strap. Lots of people on the other hand have no idea how to strap. Good tips

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Thanks

[@JamesCarter-ii4up]

Hauling Motorcycles brings back memories... I hauled my two FLH Electra glides...in back of my Dodge dully perfect fit... to load and unload I'd pull up to a inbankment... and Roll off...

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

The new RAM truck I have has the shorter bed so I can't put them in the back of the truck anymore. As I get older the trailers make it easier.

[@LuckyDawgProductions]

Love the S40 best bike I ever owned! Cool airplane prop over the garage! Thanks for the video Scott.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

I'll tell you the story of the prop someday. Thanks for watching.

[@JP1970]

Excellent video, for sure. I am pretty much done building my 0ne-bike enclosed trailer and I too used HF wheel chock. Thanks for the info--liked and subbed!

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Thanks for watching and subbing

[@jared2661able]

Trailer looks like my Texas Bragg. I mounted the spare tire up front above the tongue. Good advice on tie downs. I just bought a VMax and am a little hesitant about the stability if I had to transport it. Thank you and I did subscribe

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

I have hauled a lot of bikes with this set up. Thanks for watching and subscribing. I have playlists set up on the channel for motorcycle rides and reviews to make it easier to find mc vids.

[@jared2661able]

Bikes Boats Bivouacs thank you and I will check out your other videos. 👍👍

[@markwebster8371]

Great video thanks very much. Excellent information for seasoned vehicle haulers and novices alike!

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Thanks for watching.

[@CreatingASimplerLifeOffGrid]

Great video. I never get those ratchet straps to work right the first time! Kathie

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Thanks for watching and supporting the channel.

[@CreatingASimplerLifeOffGrid]

@@BikesBoatsBivouacs You are very welcome!

[@boblafountaine9560]

Very very helpful and informative. You made it look very easy. Thank you sir.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Thanks for watching. Go have some fun out there!

[@ggw768]

Great how to video, thank you for posting.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Thanks for watching.

[@robertmendez2789]

Using this idea for my move, thank you for sharing this

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Glad it helped. Thanks for watching.

[@claytons8263]

Great video lots of great Information. What if you don't have a tire chock?and it's a borrowed trailer.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

I would strap it down with the kickstand in place to give you three points of contact. Thanks for watching

[@claytons8263]

@@BikesBoatsBivouacs Thank you Have a great afternoon

[@jimbo92107]

Why not attach the straps lower on the shock assembly, so the shock is not involved at all when the truck hits a bump? That way you avoid the shock taking damage, while the strap should be strong enough to keep the bike pinned down, and the front tire does any flexing that is needed.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Thanks for the advice.

[@jimthompson717]

It could slide down if not over the triple clamp.

[@collinmc90]

I just did this with my bike, it is SO much more secure. every bump you hit if you compress the suspension, will cause the strap to go loose for a second till the suspension can re compress. If you go off the lower part of the forks (if you can on your bike) makes it so much more rigid. I literally stood on my bike and leaned waaaaay over hopped up and down and that thing didn't move a bit!

[@ZeezaAndNomadicJack]

By compressing the struts, you are limiting the range of travel for the motorcycle. There’s hardly any chance that the motorcycle is going to compress any more than that even on a trailer unless you’re like off-roading while you’re towing it lol hope you find that helpful.

[@leejodiradosh6996]

Another very informative video from this wonderful KZbin Channel!

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

This video continues to help people.

[@robertalexander7684]

Great video.. Thanks for the information.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching

[@johnmcallister8372]

Straps should be around bottom of forks so suspension still works?

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Thanks

[@e7venjedi]

I liked the chill guitar music. :D

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Thanks for watching and listening.

[@vasel208]

👍👍👍👍👍👍Excellent job. A common sense video. 🙂

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Thanks for watching and supporting the channel

[@N8Vrhino]

So do you think if you offset 2 chocks that you would be able to put 2 bikes on a trailer this size?.....I’m looking at a 5.5x9 ft trailer now but wanted to be able to fit 2 bikes in case my wife gets one as well

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

I use the bolt it on system. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iXKwZWCNrZuVepo Here is a video showing you two bikes on a garden trailer. Thanks for watching.

[@HemiLyfestyle]

thanks next year I'm buying a cruiser and wanted to understand how to strap it to my motorcycle trailer i purchased a month ago

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

You will love riding. Thanks for watching and be safe out there.

[@HemiLyfestyle]

@@BikesBoatsBivouacs Hey just a update, Im actually getting my bike this weekend. Its a 2003 honda shadow 750 with 4K miles. I cant wait to use your video to help me strap the bike down

[@TheDaubSquad]

Super informative. Thanks!

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Thanks for watching.

[@chrisemata18]

Great video! Thank you!

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Thanks for watching

[@raysanchez5267]

i do the exact same with my motorcycle, work very well, the wheel chalk

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Thanks for watching and supporting the channel.

[@HK-qj4im]

Your loop of the strap has one weakness. Strap material rubbing on the metal. Metal on Metal is best. 👍

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

I thought about that but I haven't had that issue. Thanks for watching.

[@westerncivilization]

Thank you for the knowledge.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Thanks for watching. Consider subscribing to the channel. It helps a lot and its free!

[@jerryhubbard4461]

You need to get some soft straps to go around the forks. You do the wheels as I do in the first hook up but I would NEVER put a strap on the luggage rack or any other soft chrome item. Wheels only on the rear.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

I do have soft straps and I wrap the tire. I do keep the tail from moving with the rack and never had an issue. Thanks for watching

[@TheRiderGuider]

Nice job. Ride safe 🙏

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Thanks, you too!

[@tmcdowelllsw]

Very Helpful - Thanks!

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Thanks for watching

[@garyocharger8332]

Just curious if you mounted the chock through the trailer

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

I mounted the chock through the angle iron rather than the planks. Thanks for watching

[@370H55V]

Without protection does that strap not get damaged from the metal pocket due to the edges?

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

I haven't had any issues with chaffing but it is usually on the trailer on trips less than 3 hours. Thanks for watching.

[@GixxerFoo]

Great video!! Thank you for sharing!

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Thanks for watching and supporting the channel.

[@craig2233]

Very well explained....thank you.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Glad it helped, thanks for watching.

[@michaelwells9980]

As soon as i heard you speak i knew you were from PA😂

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Hard to hide the PA accent. I still say water instead of water. Lol

[@richardskultety1296]

Any concerns taking the bike up the wire ramp? I have the same trailer but worry about my Soft Tail Deuce breaking through the back on the way on to the trailer.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

I haven't seen any signs of metal fatigue. I due tend to drive up the ramp over the steel beams. Thanks for watching.

[@merlepittman5622]

I've always been told to NOT strap a bike above where the suspension travels. IE. NOT on the fork cross brace.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Folks have mentioned that, I have never had an issue with it. Thanks for watching.

[@alecxixfernandez5212]

Thank you for the video 🫡

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

You're welcome. Thanks for watching.

[@Brooklynn_Sting]

How did u get your wheelchair on ? Drill through the metal ?

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Yes, right thru the angle iron. Thanks for watching

[@MCClark]

I have virtually the same trailer, what’s the weight limit of the back gate/ ramp...? The place I bought my trailer from (northern tools), no one there knew this info... I bought a ramp from cycle gear to compensate, but, if the ramp can handle it, I’ll take that ramp back... I have a heavy (700lbs) custom 2002 Honda VTX 1800 R, plus my own 250 (or so, Lol) bodyweight...

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

No one could tell me the limit on the ramp. I roll my Switchback on the ramp and have no issues. I have had the trailer for 2 years.

[@MCClark]

Bikes Boats Bivouacs Yeah, everyone seemed to “not know” as if I’d hold them liable... I just wanted to know what I was getting... Guess, I’ll hold on to that ramp... Thanks for responding... 👍🏾👍🏾

[@Racer57]

Why not just hook the strap hook into the square of the trailer? If you loop the strap around it, the strap on the metal is more likely to cut through the strap than the hook is to come undone.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

That would work.

[@georgebanker2669]

If you get the tiniest bit of compression on the bike the hook can come off the metal and the bike is then able to fall over.

[@fugitivetattoo]

Or you can position your straps beneath the suspension and crank down as hard as you want with zero stress on suspension. Thanks

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

True

[@fugitivetattoo]

But it really doesn't matter, your bike looks secure and you can do it single handed with ease! That's all that matters Chief.

[@fabiopunk1661]

thank you! I do not understand why you loop around the black hooks instead of just hooking these down directly to the trailer. I'd rather have a secure metal to metal attach. Thanks again

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

If it loosens up there is less of a chance of it becoming disconnected. Thanks for watching.

[@jaysav8958]

Does the wheel chuck need to be screwed into the trailer?

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

In this video mine is fastened to the trailer, I think it might work without it fastened. Thanks for watching.

[@jaysav8958]

I picked up my motorcycle from winter storage today and used this exact video. 40 min ride home with 0 issues. First stopped doing something like this so I stopped every 15 min to check and it worked great. Thanks a lot!

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

@@jaysav8958 glad the video helped. Thanks for watching.

[@alecxixfernandez5212]

Is the wheel chuck attach to the trailer .??

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Yes, I bolted it through the metal frame but it can be taken off in 5 minutes. Thanks for watching.

[@bikerbabe996]

Presumably, you unload it the same way? I bit nervous as it's my first Harley, its raining and the ramp is steep.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Put the kickstand down while upstrapping it. When unloading the bike make sure you are sitting on the bike and control your speed down the ramp with the front handbrake. Congrats on the bike! Thanks for watching.

[@warrenstephenson3809]

Top job mate for Aussie Cheers mate

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Thanks for watching

[@railroad7401]

Never put the straps where they will compress the tubes. It will eventually blow the seals. Check out bikes and beards, I've been doing it by the lower fork legs on my electra glide and once on my Roadmaster. Much more stable.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

I'll give it a try.

[@SevenisEnough]

Very interesting!!! I wondered how to keep it from tipping over!

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Thanks for the comment. Time for you to to start riding!

[@SevenisEnough]

@@BikesBoatsBivouacs I agree!! Well... On the back of one!! Unless it has training wheels!! lol

[@Hero_of_Legend]

Question: If you're trying to avoid the wheel turning, couldn't you just park the bike with the forks turned, and use the fork lock?

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

I believe that would work. I like the wheel chock because it helps to stabilize the bike. Thanks for watching.

[@peteshelby21]

If you don’t have a wheel cradle chuck and some don’t have fork locks. But yes I have done that without wheel chucks. And it won’t move

[@CarlosGarcia-ls4hn]

Any idea what the weigh load of the ramp is? It seems to me that those are the weakest point of those trailers.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

I agree that that is the weakest part of the trailer. When I run the bikes up I make sure I run up on one of the support rails. My bike is just under 600 lbs. Thanks for watching.

[@davelafontaine1709]

good vid - but I dont have those awesome rings welded to my trailer :-( guess Ill screw in some LARGE eyebolts into the deck. or actally lagbolt hooks.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

That should work. Thanks for watching.

[@kevinhummer7941]

Picking up my first bike a ninja 250 r tomorrow using my cousins trailer like this but with no wheel chuck any advise on how to do it without one?

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Use the kick stand, keep it in gear and strap down the same way but make sure the front straps pull forward and the back straps pull backwards to keep it from moving. Once you get the bike...go have some fun out there!

[@ronbuccelli8486]

I was wondering if you still have your Harley switchback if so how's it running for you. I am considering on the switchback for my next bike, any feedback would be appreciated!

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

I still have my Switchback. I love the bike. It has been extremely reliable. It big enough for longer rides but still feels like your riding a bike. My wife is now on a Sporty 1200 Low. I do have a review of both bikes on the channel and most of my ride videos are on the Switchback. Thanks for checking out the channel. Consider subscribing. Thanks.

[@kurtisthrasher]

What is the max speed you drive towing your motorcycle?

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

60 mph. Thanks for watching

[@sportrocgirl55]

How do you secure the front end if you don’t have a wheel chock?

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Before the chock, I would set the bike on the kick stand and tighten down each strap with the two forward straps pulling forward and the two rear straps pulling back. That kept the bike from moving. Thanks for watching.

[@tremaine1953]

Two short pieces of 2x6 on edge will make a fine wheel chock , just secure them with angle brackets

[@michaelc9128]

What did you use to treat the deck of your trailer

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

It just pressure treated wood that I power wash each year. Thanks for watching.

[@richardnewton638]

Best thing is if your using paint or varnish mix in a good lb of sand that way its non slip as well protection.

[@mixedberries4937]

Can't see how you did the loop with the hook

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Push the line through the enclosed hole and then loop it over the hook end. Thanks for watching.

[@sesquashtwo]

That's a huge and heavy trailer to just tow a bike...but then again, if you already own it...I suppose so!

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

I added a bolt it on system to haul two bikes. Thanks for watching.

[@toddgittins5692]

Trailer weights 950lbs. It's one of the smallest produced. 4x8 is the only 1 smaller. Unless talking about dinky ones with 10" tires, you don't blow down the road at 80mph with those. I've got 8'6" x 24' enclosed, now that's a huge and heavy trailer, I can haul 4 touring bikes in it, with ease.

[@libertyroads7342]

I have that exact size tractor supply trailer. Got it used. Do you think it's wide enough to fit 2 motorcycles? Still trying to talk my wife into buying a bike.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

I think you could fit two on if they are smaller. What type of bikes?

[@libertyroads7342]

@@BikesBoatsBivouacs I have an old touring bike [BMW R1150RT] but my wife wants a little Ninja 400. Was thinking that if I let the handle bars hang over the rail it might fit.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

@@libertyroads7342 I think they both could fit. Need to offset handle bars. Look at pit bull wheel system. If they make if for one of both bikes I think you could easily fit them on there. Thanks for watching.

[@dr.phil-federalinspector6023]

No it is not wide enought..you need at least 6.5 feet for 2 bikes..and for touring bikes..at least 7.5 ft.. Better at 8 ft..I haul freight coast to coast I know how to haul bikes...35 yrs experience...you never want bikes touching each other. Or close to each other..12 inch gap ..minimum...

[@libertyroads7342]

@@dr.phil-federalinspector6023 Guess I'll have to buy one of those expensive ramps after all. Once my wife gets her Ninja 400, I'll just throw it in the bed of my truck.

[@CookingwithRick]

It's important to strap your bike down tight it's a beautiful cycle you have Scott you don't want it to fall over.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

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[@fast79z28camaro]

Good video and lots of great tips. 1 criticism I have is on the single strap through the rear wheel. It can still slip. If you put a loop through the wheel and then feed the other end through it, it'll tighten and can't move 👍

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Thanks for watching. That's how I use a single strap.

[@gglover2142]

Hey what's your trailer size?

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

6 x10 from Tractor Supply. Thanks for watching

[@cloudoftime]

"How to strap down a motorcycle *with a chock* "

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Thanks

[@dustybrown9244]

Pretty much the same concept keyboard warrior

[@cloudoftime]

@@dustybrown9244 That's the point...

[@SLICKMYSTER2004]

Sorry but i wouldnt strap my bike down this way, also i would never tie down to the storage rack in the back.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Do use the tire wrap method?

[@MikesGarageReviews]

This guy has been hauling bikes probably longer then you been alive.

[@fb510m]

Please tell us about your method.

[@toddgittins5692]

Yes, you are correct. Most motorcycle racks are rated for 10lbs.

[@canvusproductions295]

why would you tie one end and only hook the other?

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

You could tie the other end if the strap piece was longer.

[@MrSaltydog918]

What if u don’t have a wheel chock?

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

I would put the kick stand down and then strap to the corners so it can't move. Check straps when transporting frequently, especially if its raining.

[@ratoneJR]

buy one

[@mikethomas1081]

"That bike isn't going anywhere."

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

It stayed put. Thanks for watching.

[@pjourneys5337]

Super motocycle !

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Thanks

[@jeffstiller1118]

You don't need to use ratchet straps if you know how to use rope and tie the correct knot

[@denoc817]

Ropes! what kinda Kinky Fetish Stuff have you been doing 🤣

[@SD-ir1vf]

Ropes are for hillbillies real people use ratchet straps.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

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[@DaveJBL]

It could bounce loose tied down like this. You need to take your suspension out of play.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

I haven't had that happen. Thanks for watching

[@humedan01]

Thank you

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Thanks for watching.

[@windyrun7979]

Nice dog :)

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

That's Harley Caroline, my 10 yr old golden retriever. Thanks for watching.

[@GoodGuysCarry]

Did you just say “back straps”? 🦌😛

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Must of been thinking about venison

[@Nnarbaez22]

Only thing I see wrong is not hooking the hooks to the trailer! Looping the strap through tie down to its self creates a rub point on the strap and it can bust on ya!

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Thanks for watching

[@jodiburger5893]

Good narration, but I need to see what you’re doing and your hands were in front of the spot you were working on a few times.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Sorry about that, thanks for watching.

[@genereckart1771]

Trailer is going to cut the strap

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Hasn't happened yet. Thanks for watching.

[@Bstallday89]

I wish they were still 1100$! Lol

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

I hear you. Thanks for watching.

[@irnfocus]

Never compress your suspension! Those straps should be on on your forks

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Thanks

[@kyleshaffer8471]

Luggage rack???? LOL

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Lol

[@PileofBrass]

I have to say I don't agree with this at all. Move your straps down to the union of the front fender at the lower shock. You don't want pressure on your shocks. You want unsprung weight on those straps. Same on the rear. Go through the lower frame so the bike doesn't have any sprung weight on the straps.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Several had mentioned this although I never had an issue. Thanks for watching.

[@stubrown6903]

Everything was good until you used the luggage rack as a strap point.....always use the bike frame, not accessories like a luggage rack.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Thanks. On my bigger bikes I strap around the tire.

[@brians5633]

I think everything looked great. The secondary rack strap is no different than throwing a trap over the saddle. Just a little extra stability.

[@karljansson7357]

Thank you for not being a harley guy

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

I do have a Harley and also a Yamaha. Thanks for watching.

[@yepok2957]

Why such hate for Harley owners? All riders need help with towing. Do you own a scooter, or are you that insecure?

[@JP-of8uq]

Can you just use the crash bar instead? If you don't wanna put strain on your forks?

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

I believe that would work.