Black Widow Bike Carrier(Assemble&Test)Aprilia Tuareg 660

[@SW-Video]

Great video. I have the same hitch carrier coming in soon but it's branded under a different name (Ecotrik). I can see the cradle is probably not necessary or even a good idea on bikes much over 300 lbs since it won't hold the bike up anyway and it's such a pain to pull it back over it. The straps hold it in place. Thank you for not editing out your struggles as well as your successes in using this carrier. I'm using it on a 1/2 ton truck and will definitely use the bed tiedown anchors as well to stabilize the bike. You're so right on the bed being a bit too high to comfortably load the bike onto unless some kind of berm can be used to offset that height difference. That's not always practical though. Thanks again!

[@wolfmanmoto660]

You are very welcome, yes I contemplated getting rid of the cradle. Like you said prob not needed for bike of weight. Hope you have great luck with yours. Ride safe

[@timstanton2241]

I have the same rack and Tuareg. Bought the rack originally for my KTM 690. I ended up with the same strap configuration and feel comfortable with how it rides. Best!

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Thats awesome to hear, I think this will work just fine.

[@PoweredbyPurpose]

Nicely done. I’m in Texas, too. About to install my MCC-600 on my F350 to load my KLR 650 2022. Your video was super helpful. Thank you so much.

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Well howdy fellow Texan, glad I could help

[@WhatMeeWorrry]

I am going to practice with the carrier directly on the grass in my front yard (not attached to the truck). I am hoping to stabilize the carrier on either end with a multitude of 2X4's. This will be for my practice. I'll also figure out my ideal strap locations. I have a Tenere 700 - and like you probably have the same size front 21" tire. Since I have to get the hang of this on my own, thanks to your video, the cradle is a goner! Thanks for doing this video!

[@WhatMeeWorrry]

I like another poster who will use a wheel chock inserted after the bike is in place, and attach w/ bungee straps.

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Yeah that is a good idea, Tenere might be a smidge heavier but should work

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Good idea as well

[@davidaustin9638]

Love the rooster interruption!

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Haha, they love interrupting

[@stevepeterson9759]

I have that same carrier, but I hooked a small winch to it and it has made it so easy to load and unload.

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Great idea

[@tray22]

I was going to suggest the same thing and take that wedge off. You don't need it because you can put a wheel chalk behind the tire with a strap or bungie. I was thinking of making a temporary 1" square steel bar to connect to the handle bar so it will stay up while I hook the straps.

[@DannyLe-lp2rw]

Would you be able to post a picture of the winch on it?

[@stevepeterson9759]

It is winter big time here in Alaska. Sorry, but it's put away until spring.@@DannyLe-lp2rw

[@rickylowry3213]

I have the same carrier but I got mine from harbor freight (it is the exact same carrier). I use it to haul a 280lb dual sport. My personal config uses 6 ratchet straps. 4 to hold the bike to the carrier and then two that attach the bike to the bed tie downs like what you ended up doing. Before I just used the 4 straps it rocked a ton but after adding the straps that hook to the bed tie downs it was wayyyyyy more stable and I've taken it on the highway going 80, on bumpy Montana dirt logging roads in the mountains and it's been awesome. The extra anchoring to the truck makes a world of difference because it makes 3 points of contact vs 1

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Yes indeed, good to hear you having good luck with that setup.

[@rickylowry3213]

@@wolfmanmoto660 how has it been treating you any your bike? I'm curious to know how it is with a heavier bike bc I'm looking to upgrade to something similar to what you have. Beautiful bike btw

[@wolfmanmoto660]

@@rickylowry3213 its been working great, no issues

[@jamesdjesse]

I really like that you made the video real. I think I am going to buy one for my KLR650

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Should work great for it

[@lesspeckert2005]

Thank you for your time on the video! Thinking through my own design to transport a Rokon!

[@wolfmanmoto660]

You can do it!

[@fm4695]

Hey Wolfman! Thanks so much for posting this up. You are a Viking! Brother that heat is just brutal. I surely appreciate you not editing out the struggle you encountered getting that big, beastly beauty of a bike up on the rack. I had just ordered the Black Widow MCC500 and saw your video. I cancelled that and ordered what you have. My bike is a Honda XR650L so not too heavy, but like you, I like stability when I'm loading things. I'm in Colorado and it gets hot here (to me anyway), but nothing like y'all get there in TX!

[@wolfmanmoto660]

You are very welcome, thanks for watching. This should work well for your Honda. I was just there in Co, enjoyed the cooler weather.

[@keithnewcomer2504]

Good call on using your clutch when backing it off, taking notes.................

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Yes indeed

[@Libertad59]

I like the second test ride with the extra strap much better !!!

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Yes indeed

[@busterfrith8898]

Great video, looking forward to my carrier to come in. Got tired of ramping into the back of the truck. Main plan is for my 315lb dual sport but might also use it for my heavier FJ09.

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Nice, should work perfect

[@HamsAdvMoto]

Finally!!! Great video, thanks for the thorough video, thats what ive been looking for! Watched this before deciding to order for my BDR trip across to the west half of US

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Very welcome, that will be an epic trip

[@Dave-sw2dm]

I recommend seeing how much the bike blocks the taillights from different angles. I added LED trailer lights to my carrier for extra safety.

[@wolfmanmoto660]

That is a great idea

[@leonardfreeman8452]

Thanks. Very informative video. I just ordered the Black Widow AMC-600-2-PRO 2-bike hitch carrier. I’m going to attempt to put a KLX300 AND a TW200 on the back of my 2021 Ford Ranger. Please say a prayer for me tonight. 🙏

[@wolfmanmoto660]

You can do it

[@jessegalvan4655]

Thank you for posting - I feel more comfortable purchasing one.

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Glad it was helpful!

[@oifvet718]

Thanks for the video makes me feel better about hauling my klr650.

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Yes indeed

[@kellybetz7063]

To add to stability of the bike bolt a 1-1/4" square tubing directly to ramp under the foot pegs and use double hook turnbuckles to attach from foot peg to your new 1-1/4 tubing. Use jamb nut on turnbuckle

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Heck yeah, good idea

[@drumcrazy564]

Appreciate the video! I have the same bike and ordered the same ramp so thanks for making it easy for me :)

[@wolfmanmoto660]

You bet

[@joshwatts6287]

Good test video man! Looking at the same carrier for my Tenere 700, Southeast Texas heat lol!!!

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Man I tell ya, this heat is crazy

[@Willywang69]

Thanks for all the info! Just placed order and plan to haul my bike cross country

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Right on!

[@stylin60es]

Excellent review. I decided on the MotoTote carrier before I heard of this carrier. Many ways to skin a cat 👌

[@wolfmanmoto660]

For sure

[@mishke]

Great vid-have that same Black widow unit for my DR650. Did a trial run in the hood-did not feel comfortable w/the wobble same as you describe. Seems like my Ford Ranger can handle it but agree the extra strapping to the upper rear of the vehicle would add stability. Will try that again this coming spring -hopefully will feel confident enough to hit the roads!

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Yes, makes all the difference

[@BRITTON1]

Man I thought this would be a breeze but it’s a fair amount of work. I have a same project later this week

[@wolfmanmoto660]

You can do it

[@timsigmond8984]

Man I thought my little 250cc was a pain ,well done.

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Yeah it has its pros and cons

[@saythankyou111]

That was great…thank you,I’ll be saving this one 🇺🇸🕊🏜️

[@wolfmanmoto660]

You bet

[@wilburwright3777]

Nice job, you did really good and were easy to follow!

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Glad I could help

[@roushrtr4816]

Perfect video for me 👍got a ram 3500 & looking for a hauler for my 1290 super adventure r. Good job on 1st gear clutch brake.

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Thanks, yeah I think most times I will be loading solo, I think this method will work fine

[@steveh545]

I’ve done a truck bed (first Gen Tundra 4x4, truck bed pretty high), a trailer (kendon and generic) and a trailer hitch on a Land Cruiser. Trailer by far the easiest to load and unload. Oh, with bikes about 340lbs. Didn’t love the trailer hitch rack at all. Made me super nervous. My little clamp also didn’t fit for different reasons. I put some JB weld on the junction before I headed off. Good for 1 run then it sort of crumbled. But it worked. I recently sold my kendon trailer. Will replace it when one pops up on FB marketplace. (Mine had no title and I didn’t want to hassle with Tarrant county to get it registered. The VIN was unreadable). Small urban house with no outside room for a trailer and the kendon fits in a normal garage. I wish you well, but long-term, I don’t think it’s a good deal for a heavy bike. Use a trailer, or by an El Camino 😂.

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Trailer is definitely the easiest, I just wanted an option without trailering. It does make me a little nervous but its rated for 600lbs

[@MrQuien]

Just bought the mcc-500 with the tire slot pegs for my jeep, looking for tips. All I want to do is help you get that bike off that ramp lol. Wishing I bought one with a solid ramp/floor like this one. I have a 150lb Ebike (onyx Cty2). Hvnt towed it yet

[@jamesbruce8749]

Not sure who makes it but there is a tilt version of that system that looks way easier to load and unload.

[@wolfmanmoto660]

That would be nice

[@InTheDirtAgain]

Have used a lighter duty version similar to your model with my KX250 when I don't want to trailer up. In fact, I put a front hitch on my Excursion and hauled it that way when towing a camp trailer to the dunes for a boy's weekend away. Now I have an F150 and take my sport bike with me on extended work trips. Pain in the butt to load in the back of the truck since the bike has little clearance. Sport tires are too wide for my KX hauler, so I may need to pick up one of these Black Widow haulers and try it out.

[@wolfmanmoto660]

That a good idea putting a hitch on the front, allowing you to pull something as well

[@jamesdumas6602]

I have been carrying my 2008 KLR650 in that rack for about 15 years now behind my motorhomes. It's definitely a 2 person job loading, and unloading my bike.

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Wow, nice to know they hold up that long

[@jamesdumas6602]

It's not stored outside in the weather. @@wolfmanmoto660

[@dianadidi9439]

Hi there , what about the parking sensors from the car ? You had to cancel somehow ? Or how did it work? Thanks

[@wolfmanmoto660]

On my truck you can turn them off, I keep mine off due to constant trailer hook up.

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Not sure if it would set them off

[@bradb2514]

Great video! I hope the hitch carrier is still working for you. I’m very interested in it now. 👍

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Yes, working great

[@georgepapanastasatos8726]

Do you feel this will work for a Wrangler JL with the spare tire at the back?

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Hmm, would probably need a receiver extension.

[@bikebudha01]

It's been a year... How has the rack held up? Still happy? Would you recommend? Also, how much does your bike weigh? (My bike is 440lbs, so I'm keen to know if this rack will comfortably hold it..) Thank you...

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Only used it a couple times, worked great. My bike is 430-460, the rack is rated for 600

[@bikebudha01]

@@wolfmanmoto660 Thank you!

[@hitmanhite8958]

Wow, thanks for the video. Should be a piece of cake for my ultra light adventure bike. (KTM 500). Also thanks for reminding me why I bought the KTM hahahaha.

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Ha, you bet, be safe

[@garrieparsons2265]

If I bought one I have a Honda Africa 1000cc like your bike / my question can I attach my jet ski trailer to this ramp so I have both my toys ? Thanks

[@wolfmanmoto660]

I think if you modify it you could

[@glennr9913]

A double jet ski trailer would be ideal. Just set up one side for carrying the bike.

[@newageautotechnology]

Put pins in the cradle. Unpin and remove for loading and unloading. A lot safer.

[@wolfmanmoto660]

👍🏻

[@markbabcock40205]

I've a Tuareg and a hitch rack BUT I save the rack for my WR250R. Good info on your vid

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Thats a good bike, the rack should work well with the smaller bike

[@brandonford3397]

Hows it holding up to date?

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Used it a few times, working great

[@glennmcguire5571]

Thank you! This video was fantastic. I'm looking into getting a Black Widow carrier and you answered all my questions. Very helpful. I know watching the bike bounce around can be stressful, but I believe no matter what kind of road conditions you drive across the bike isn't going anywhere. Did you add the non-slip on the ramp and carrier? Purchased from?

[@wolfmanmoto660]

You very welcome, so the ramp has a very gritty surface that gives great traction

[@glennmcguire5571]

Thank You! I read under the "cons" that the ramp was slippery and it didn't show any kind of traction, but I noticed in your video it had a gritty look instead of shiny paint.@@wolfmanmoto660

[@robinbanks8271]

Im in north FLA.. Its purty flat here Seems like if You put the trucks rear wheels in a recess or slight ditch ANY WHERE,,, You might could lower the loading height 10" 15". IMAGINE THAT.

[@wolfmanmoto660]

For sure

[@ginoasci]

@ 11:35. Easier done than said. 😂😂😂 Do yourself a favor so the bike doesn’t fall in you. Build or buy an 18” wide X 12” high X 60” long aluminum step with anti-skid tape so it will support you from the middle of that ramp to at least the middle of your truck where the hitch is. If the legs retract it’ll be so compact, it won’t take up any space in your garage or shed. You can also use this 12” tall step for loading and unloading your truck. You were struggling getting that bike on there with almost no room for error. Stay cool .

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Good idea

[@shaneksmith1957]

I appreciate the video! I tried to load a Harley Heritage softail in a toy hauler and on a landscape trailer for the first time and stalled out on the ramp first try. It is impressive the way you held the bike especially when it started getting up on the ramp. I have a 3500 like yours. My 1250 BMW GSa weighs as much as your bike. Do you think i would have problems with it? Also I would like to try a fromt receiver for the front of the truck when i am pulling a trailer.

[@shaneksmith1957]

I think if you weren't embarrassed you could ask for a little help. I'll need two people to do it.

[@shaneksmith1957]

I'd be unnerved about the tailgate getting beat up too. Weather in Texas is hot enough to fry your nerves! Those extra straps seemed to do the trick. Until I have to I am going to stick to a trailer. I don't have your strenghth to hold it off of my tail gate or front bumper. Do you think this hitch would hold a scooter? I mean will the scooter tire fit in the cshock without tearing up the tire or hub of the scooter? I'll be working with a Honda 49cc metropolitan.

[@wolfmanmoto660]

I thought about putting a front hitch on, I just dont have the need yet.

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Two people would deff be better

[@wolfmanmoto660]

It doesnt touch the tailgate at all. I think it would work for the scooter, the wheel chalk is adjustable

[@guloguloguy]

THANK YOU, FOR THIS NICE DEMO VIDEO! WHAT DOES YOU MOTORCYCLE WEIGH?!... [JUST A SUGGESTION: INSERT A PIECE OF "RIGID" PIPE, OR, SQUARE TUBING INTO THE END OF THE RECEIVER TUBE, AND USE IT, BRIEFLY, TO ASSIST YOUR FOOT, TO PUSH AGAINST, WHILE TRYING TO PULL THE BIKE OFF OF THAT FRONT CRADLE.... (PERHAPS THAT MIGHT HELP YOU...?!)

[@wolfmanmoto660]

450lbs, great idea

[@sdime1172]

Nice video we'll done

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Thanks so much

[@garrieparsons2265]

I’m thinking of getting the full width aluminum ramp for your tailgates $500 vs $399 maybe this would help us older people not fall when riding into the truck ? The ramps full width of your tailgate rated 1500 lbs aluminum so light not to expensive. Maybe a rack or wider ramp I’m thinking 🤔 maybe

[@wolfmanmoto660]

That would be a good alternative for sure. That way you could pull your other toy

[@mrkwnklr]

Around fork at axle is a better tie down spot. Don't have to compress forks.

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Thats where I have my main front straps

[@pappydanny58]

I’d never take the chance you need to get a trailer that lowers flat to the ground

[@wolfmanmoto660]

I do have a trailer, I just wanted an option without a trailer

[@Zach2Wheels]

I'm going to pickup a 45k bike on a similar if not the exact same hitch carrier, tomorrow. 😅

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Good luck

[@Dave-sw2dm]

That's a few miles. How many on it now?

[@IndianHemlock]

That’s an awesome way to haul the bike !! You should have hoped on that baby an drive it on 😂 jk. Better to be safe than sorry with adding my the extra straps 👍🏼 nice video 😀

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Yeah better to be safe. Ha

[@Libertad59]

Im chomping at the bit about it for my 21 s1000xr bmw. Lol. Moto tote or this?

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Thats a pretty big bike, I’d say go with the one thats rated for more weight.

[@rayrokni]

Good video, definitely should be in gear and not neutral. Good job

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Thank you for watching and safe riding to ya

[@AwkwardRobert]

You just convinced me that the ramp system is lousy and dangerous for anything other than my dirt bike.

[@wolfmanmoto660]

👍🏻

[@1234hhh1]

Great video but it looks too risky. I load my bike into bed of the truck with a winch. Much easier and safer.

[@wolfmanmoto660]

I hear ya

[@williammora9386]

You are crazy... bud it works👍.

[@wolfmanmoto660]

🤣

[@EricHowe-i4m]

The bike carrier needs built-in tail lights you cannot see tail lights on vehicle

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Yes, that is a good point

[@bobcat1]

The loading and unloading looks very risky and will eventually end up is a very costly mishap. That will be a very depressing day with 1000"s of dollars in damage to the truck and the bike.

[@wolfmanmoto660]

It’s all about being careful and knowing your limits.

[@elmanobrito7919]

i think the rack n roll bike carrier is a much better system ..

[@wolfmanmoto660]

👍🏻

[@matthewbritton5374]

better be, It costs 1200 more than the black widow if you want a ramp with it.

[@Dave-sw2dm]

With a truck cap, and now slide in camper, the bike has zero impact on fuel economy.

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Nice

[@toekutter]

Will it hold my $23,000 Pan America? 🤷‍♂️

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Its rated for 600lbs, im sure that Harley is not light

[@guloguloguy]

...PERHAPS DITCH THAT "BOLTED ON, FRONT TIRE CRADLE", AND, INSTEAD, SUBSTITUTE A SEPARATE WHEEL CHOCK, AND APPROPRIATE TIE-DOWNS....AND/OR, REMOVEABLE CLEVIS PINS, ETC.(?)....

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Ive actually have thought about that. That cradle is the main reason i have to power the bike up

[@guloguloguy]

[DO YOURSELF A BIG FAVOR: NEVER DRINK "SODAS"... SWITCH TO WATER, INSTEAD)...

[@wolfmanmoto660]

Yes indeed, stop drinking soda altogether a mnth ago, down 20lbs