How To Easily Load Your Motorcycle Solo: Top Tips And Tricks

[@jackbonnette4289]

Great video! Don’t underestimate the consequences if you screw this up people. I’ve been riding motorcycles since I was a kid but I tried to load my 600 pound Triumph onto my truck and it didn’t end well at all. I had a solid ramp and everything seemed fine but I lost my balance at the top and came down with the bike on top of me. Taking a fall from 3 feet up with a 600 pound object coming down on you is no joke. The handlebar smashed into my face. If I had not had my helmet on I probably would’ve had to have reconstructive surgery. Luckily, the helmet saved me but I still got a mild concussion. I’m going to practice this on a slight incline and then work my way up to having the skills that this gentleman has. Either that or just go and buy a trailer. I highly recommend wearing your helmet if you do this. It probably saved my life and/or my face.

[@dleuthe2054]

62 years old, female 5'3. Love your video! I got my bike in the toyhauler (myself) first time. I even stalled and recovered. I only have practice up and back about 10 times. Out to practice some more today before I take it on a trip. You are an excellent instructor. Wish I would have known you before I left San Diego last year! Thanks!!!!! Dede

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks!

[@trukngal]

Awesome 😎

[@zx7rou812]

An old man, far wiser than I, once told me, "There is nothing that gets harder with the correct practice." Your videos are proof of this.

[@MotoJitsu]

Exactly!!

[@DanteYewToob]

My old sensei in Jiujitsu and MMA had a similar saying, he'd tell us "Practice doesn't make perfect, practice makes permanent. Practice often, but practice right! Bad habits and faulty skills are worse than no practice and no skills at all!" That has ALWAYS stuck with me and I always take a moment to think, "Am I doing this right? Am I making good habits, am I teaching my muscles the right memories?" and I honestly believe, that if you just slow down and think through your practice while learning a new skill, you can pick it up 100 times faster! Too many people try to brute force a skill by doing it wrong over and over until by chance they get it right and assume they got better. It's why so many people take so damn long to learn a simple skill! They aren't stupid, all humans are capable of incredible things... they're just impatient! That's my unsolicited two cents! Haha

[@mikeneal3834]

@@DanteYewToob aaqqqq%q

[@DogGuy19]

This video was a HUGE help to me. Bought my first bike 3 weeks ago. After inspection, test ride & buying it, I spent a half hour doing what you showed here in a parking lot. I have since loaded & unloaded several times with no problems at all & no stress. Met up with my brother & his wife for a ride last weekend, I easily unloaded & loaded both their bikes too. Also shared this video with them. You got at least 1 new sub out of it. Thanks much dude.

[@DoodleOnAMotorcycle]

I’ve got my first track day this summer and been searching for a DAYS for a video explaining this part of the process in detail!! Thank you this was great!

[@MotoJitsu]

Nice!!

[@mattm7798]

Right. It's nice when you live with other people but some of us prefer the more solitary lifestyle so there isn't always someone to help.

[@mattm7798]

@@MotoJitsu It's nice when you live with other people but some of us prefer the more solitary lifestyle so there isn't always someone to help. Great video!!!

[@ryeann2567]

Thanks dog. I did this for the first time in 8 years of riding today. By myself. Didn't even die!

[@MotoJitsu]

Awesome!! :)

[@CodingJesus]

Thanks! Very helpful.

[@MotoJitsu]

Glad it was helpful!

[@patmcgaha8120]

I've been a rider for over 50 years. This is a great instructional segment. Currently riding a 1964 Honda CA77, 305cc Dream.

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks!

[@peterseinfeld]

Legend has it he’s done this 30 times . No mistakes . Not ever . Never stalling . Nothing .

[@MotoJitsu]

I practice so much it’s hard to make a mistake.

[@MotoJitsu]

@Gregg Sinini Thanks

[@GaugeReality]

He's probably an expert at it once the camera start mistakes will happen

[@nyandiboy]

I love how zen you are and that you explain everything in detail. I am going to get my learners in a few weeks and have been watching your videos to get my brain wired correctly. I have a steep driveway, so I'm watching this one to think about how I am going to park my bike in the garage. Best instruction videos on youtube.

[@MotoJitsu]

thanks!

[@dogsnmotorcycles]

This was the best explanation of this task I've ever seen.

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks! Share with others! :)

[@mrtriple2414]

I add my thanks from U.K. I’m about to get my first trailer. Your guidance was superb for me.

[@eazyridin7283]

Hilarious

[@tunctoker856]

Agreed with Chuck. Very well done MojoJitsu. very helpful.

[@alialnasri6972]

cant agree more👍

[@billsohonage3247]

I like this guy's ability to teach/share/ & explain his hard-earned techniques and methods. He is a good dude.

[@emilydowning5818]

The whole ramp review was honestly so reassuring, good reminders that you’re in control and can go slow 🥹

[@MotoJitsu]

Yes! No need to rush these things at all :) instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@goldengate8287]

I'm late to the party on this one. I'm probably going to be picking up a honda xr650l ... and I have to rent a truck .. this made everything clear, concise, and realistic. Thanks for sharing!

[@kjmenchio]

Great video! The 2 strap recommendation is spot on - I have moved street bikes and dirt bikes at least 50 times in the bed of a truck with 2 straps. Fully compress the front forks against the truck, and the motorcycle will not move. 2 bikes? No problem, use 2 straps on each. I strap to the handlebars, compress forks, and roll. Still worried? Add 2 more straps, no problem. About to move my ZX10R by myself for the first time, so wanted to see how MotoJitsu does it. I will practice 4-5 times before I roll so there will be zero stress when I get to my destination. Been riding 45 years and I still practice. Thanks Eddie!

[@ShaneZettelmier]

I’ve done this a lot actually, a couple tips, used two straps to attach it to the truck and crisscross them you can attach them into the bed, most trucks have a tiedown point in all four corners on the floor. When you crisscross them it pulls the ramps together or if you have a single ramp and keeps it from sliding from side to side or front and back. Also do you want to look at what you’re putting in the truck.. For instance an ATV with a winch on the front. Before you hit the end of the bed your winch is going to be through your window and if you slam on your brakes it could also lunge the TV or motorcycle forward and cause damage to the back of your cab in your truck. With mine I keep a block That goes in front of the tire so if it goes forward the tires hit and stop it before the rest of it can touch the window or the sheet metal. When you slam on your brakes straps can stretch and even with an ATV it can slide side to side or twist, So it’s good to look at all of the aspects of what might happen if you have to slam on your brakes are getting an accident. also on an automatic bike or something with a CVT like an ATV where you don’t really have a clutch, I find that the proper momentum is helpful and makes the whole thing a lot easier and smoother just be smart about how much of that momentum you use and be ready to break but also remember the back of the truck unless it has a bedliner is going to be plastic or metal and it’s gonna be pretty slippery. On motorcycles unless you have some weird rock on the front your tires probably gonna hit first thing you’re gonna be good but on a lot of ATVs you’re right up against that window before your tires hit and I’ve seen it dozens of times. People drive up nice and slow go a little too far and blow out their window. Throwing a couple of cinderblocks or wood blocks or something in there so the tires stop before it hits anything else is a great idea. After that strap it in and triangulate your attention so the motorcycle or ATV can’t twist around easily. Two straps to the bar will keep it in there but if your off-road in your truck slides or you get hit from the side the back of your motorcycle can slide and twist end that goes with tying down any kind of load on a vehicle. Wheel chocks are great for bikes also. I pretty much immobilizer‘s the front from going anywhere but backwards so two straps on the back and you’re good. Extra straps Macy my little anal butt you’re up there doing it anyway so overdoing it never really hurts. Also if you stop for gas or you’re driving a long ways keep checking your straps, newer straps stretch older straps start to tear and stretch or break and sometimes they come loose. Buying good straps helps but you always want to check them. It’s very common to drive for a couple hours pull over and check your load and have several loose straps. In your configuration the two straps are pretty good but if you were to get hit from the side you’re top-heavy and it could drop your bike on its side and slide the wheels out from under it, especially in a truck with a slick painted bed and especially if it’s wet. That’s why professionals tiedown the axles or the wheels. It’s not gonna fall out but if it tipped over it can damage the side of the bed or to put a bar through the window possibly, straps are cheap insurance. You always have to understand that accounting for the momentum and forces of normal driving are good but you need to plan for something else like being hit from the side by another car or if you’re sliding off of some dirt road into a ditch and slamming sideways or bouncing and ruts. Like when you talked about the kickstand stopping it. You can still push over a bike with a kickstand down a normal driving‘s never gonna do that but if you slide out and hit a curb with your back wheels or fall into a ditch or get hit from the side slow You can definitely go over. It’s not likely but it happens

[@lightnessofsprit]

Thanks!

[@MotoJitsu]

No problem!

[@rockypyle2879]

I've been riding for 5 decades... Your the best instructor i've ever seen and will recommend your youtube to all. Rocky

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks!

[@Vjekoslav-vf3hr]

I disagree on horisontal stripes in 19:36. I would hook it higher to prevent bike jumping up on the jumpy road , even if its 600p. Did u lock the handlebars?

[@sp33dbump33]

You show the correct way to do it, and not afraid to show when you made a mistake. I like how real you are, very down to earth.

[@catw6274]

Super helpful, thanks! I'm sourcing ramps and carriers now to haul my vtwin 250 on the back of my van. I really appreciate how thorough you were here. I've never had to lift one onto a carrier. The motorcycle carriers I've researched seem weak so I think I'm going to buy a 750lb rated rack and a separate ramp and probably a wheel chonk to lock it all down. Great advice on strapping, thanks again!

[@MotoJitsu]

thanks!! :)

[@livetoridecando]

Good video, even the second time watching. Last week I seen a brand new BMW laying on the side on a trailer. A sharp corner of the trailer cut one cheap strap and it was all over. Needless to say, I donated 4 straps to him.

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks 😊

[@VanGoWanderlust]

Great video! I’ve watched a ton of them, but this is the first that made me feel I could do it. Thank you!

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks!

[@genornn1924]

I love this guy! He tries so hard to encourage confidence in the new rider OR rider with bad habits.

[@bwxmoto]

People ask me what gear I’m in... you should never be on a bike. 😂 LOL I died

[@MotoJitsu]

HAHAHAHAHA sometimes I crack myself up too lol

[@FuturisticViper]

I never really thought about how i would load my bike on to a truck but i tell you what this video gave me something to think about if i do keep up the good work.

[@MotoJitsu]

Thank you so much!

[@luisvilla4-20]

This is beyond my skills but, I will remember it when I get there, I have seen a lot of videos on how to load a motorcycle on a truck and yours is the best and secure way.

[@MotoJitsu]

I've never had an issue, and I do it by myself....even easier when you have others to help.

[@dennyr98373]

Great video. If you have a steep angle to the ramp, be sure to raise the kickstand before coming down or it will hang up on the tailgate. Done that a number of times and peeled back my bed liner!!!

[@MotoJitsu]

exactly

[@igordementiev9207]

The BMW is too heavy...Why don't you do it with KTM bro? 😂 Love your channel... You are the Man!

[@MotoJitsu]

lol thanks!

[@curlytoponajourney5096]

Just watched my favorite video! It's crazy because I received my book today and noticed "Track Days" and immediately googled one near me...which is in Lodi. It will be months before I will get to the track, but I thought about the ride...and then this video pops up! I should've known you had a video about it...duh! You are one smart cookie....Page 21!

[@MotoJitsu]

😁👌🏼

[@twigbrittell1232]

One of the best load videos I've seen. And I'm a retired motorcycle cop.

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks!

[@fluteheart7478]

thank you so much....my garage have 22 degree slope and I am a beginer rider....this video give me the idea and confidence to run on the slope...love from India

[@MotoJitsu]

Awesome!

[@philipbrake5263]

Glad to see you using the straps to anchor the ramps down. That's why the straps come with the ramps in the first place.

[@kipfleming9004]

I feel like this should have been 16 min shorter...

[@MotoJitsu]

Make your own video that's shorter lol

[@kipfleming9004]

@@MotoJitsu wow haha. I love your response. FYI tho I love your vids. Thank you for making them. This is the first one I had anything negative to say. More of a preference than a negative tho.

[@MotoJitsu]

Kip Fleming ok lol

[@JoseMoreno-ks9qy]

Fr like why does he talk so much. Just ride it up there haha

[@philkwon81]

Better to watch an extra 16 minutes and have valuable information than have an extra 16 minutes to spare without the added knowledge, in my opinion. Be hungry for knowledge, but not in a rush. Just my two cents. Happy riding, man!

[@jmannUSMC]

"Calm down warriors, calm down" I died 😂

[@MotoJitsu]

hahhahah

[@alexxela754]

😂😂😂🤣🤣

[@stephenmetz1394]

This might be the most useful KZbin video I've ever seen. Well done, mate.

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks!!

[@davidw4278]

No rush, 2 inches at a time. Slow. Good words of advice.

[@MotoJitsu]

exactly! lol

[@djdelorie]

Usually, if I'm loading up a motorcycle, it's because it won't run... :-P

[@MotoJitsu]

dang...gotta have a push then!

[@Ronbassettphd]

I have ridden a bike into a U-Haul box truck on a single ramp! That was however 46 years ago and I'm not about to try it today! Another excellent video and I thank you you. In loading on a pickup I have used two ramps Spaced apart and slipped the clutch while standing beside the bike. I still would probably feel most comfortable this way. Really appreciated seeing the brands of the wide ramps as well as the straps you recommend.

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks!

[@VonStreet500]

Thanks heaps for this explicit video, it was great!! I followed your instructions and I was able to load and unload my Harley Davidson Street 500 onto/from my bike trailer by myself. 😁😎🤙

[@MotoJitsu]

Awesome!

[@zeke8341]

I just did a figure 8 on my r1 at 9mph thanks to you motivating me to SHUT UP AND PRACTICE!!

[@MotoJitsu]

Awesome!

[@DanteYewToob]

My sisters exbf said something like this a while back when we were training, she was teaching low speed maneuvering and he kept going "This is dumb... I can do this! My Gixxer is way better and just as nimble! I don't have to practice like a noob! I did my MSF course liketen years ago!" So... next time we invited him. Lo' and behold! The Gixxer did a low speed figure eight! Under 10mph! He was being honest! Except his '8' was the size of the entire mall parking lot and he put his foot out like he was racing a supermoto! Lmao we laughed and told his dumb ass to practice more and stop being a squid. She dumped him a while after and I haven't seen him since. I'm willing to bet he still thinks practice is for noobs and cant even back his badass Gixxer out of his driveway... or he's smeared across a few lanes of the highway... I dunno... Seriously though, good on you! Mad respect. Squids have ruined your reputation, but don't let it define you. Keep kicking ass! Stay safe out there and keep making sport bike bros look good!

[@jackiebesse6955]

Hi Eddie, now I want to go out and buy a pick up truck just so that I can take my bike to a track day!....You are so inspiring....that was awesome demonstration. I'm glad 😁I'm a patron for your channel🤗🤗👏👏👍🏍✅. Jackie

[@MotoJitsu]

Thank you so much Jackie!! Hahahaha I know right?! Me too lol

[@aros007z]

Great presentation and instruction, buy this man a beer!

[@MotoJitsu]

👌🏼👌🏼

[@Akira-nw4jl]

it was EXCELLENT that you stalled it because it totally proved why everyone should tie down the ramps and also why you should use two of them that are wide enough.

[@MotoJitsu]

Lol I thought it was obvious I did that on purpose many times to show you

[@barrybigelow4259]

you are awesome, my grandmother has a bike like that but it doesn't have all the chrome guards on it. You really helped a lot of people.

[@MotoJitsu]

:) hope so If you haven't already, check out MotoJitsu.com for my new app, books, merch, etc.

[@josephjustus5057]

Hey just curious why you don’t use the U clamps with lock pins that come with ramps that neatly slide into slots on ramp edges.

[@jeffbarnard348]

Also I use first gear on the way down in case the front wheel slides in the wet, you can stop the rear wheel by letting the clutch out :)

[@MotoJitsu]

exactly!

[@tirmikj5]

yeah. Reliable)))

[@MotoJitsu]

Yes!

[@eltoast]

This guy is the kind of energy I need in life

[@randyleonard2623]

l love your videos. I'm a motorcycle safety instructor in Nanaimo BC Canada. One suggestion I have is that rather than using your front brake, which can cause the front wheel to slide, use the clutch friction zone to control your speed rolling backwards, since all your weight is on the rear wheel.

[@MotoJitsu]

thanks! Many ways to do one thing

[@scottaspden7235]

Great vid, done right. I usually park the front wheel in the right hand corner, the bike is diagoinal across the bed, so I can get the tailgate up.

[@R1Ammar]

Thanks for the explanation. The ramp seems great but it should be made asymmetrical like 60/40, that way the tire contact patch isn't right on the middle seam between the ramps.

[@MotoJitsu]

Many ways to do one thing

[@ladytao6370]

I too have learned to relay on myself. I have a small motorcycle trailer with a ramp and at 5'6" 30.5" inseem loading or unloading is a bit challenging, but now I take the seat out and I am lower to maneuver all I want. Soooooo much easier for me. As you said before, you have to find the solution for you. Thanks. 👍

[@MotoJitsu]

You're welcome!

[@N3PRO-Dave]

I have a 28 inch inseam, great tip on taking the seat off, I didn't think of that. Thanks.

[@ladytao6370]

@@N3PRO-Dave, you're very welcome. 👍

[@bznupe30]

Is the kickstand left down during the ride? Unheard you should have it up as it can be bent or damage the frame. Thanks

[@alexescobar5707]

You replied 714 comments! That’s commitment sir. Thank you for this great and detailed video.

[@georgesanchez9971]

Hi, Nice video. I have the same type of bike 2009 gs and 2012 gsa. I must point out from my friend's experienced, having the rear wheel rest on the truck's tail gate will sometimes "taco" the gate. Have seen it. I have come with a solution that raises the rear wheel and prevents the weight of the wheel to lay on the gate. I use a "flat" motorcycle jack like a generic type black widow brand. The bike is additionally secure to the frame protector. If your bike does not have a frame protector use your good common sense to find the best location in your bike to properly secure the bike to the jack. Currently, I have a Kendon two touring bike trailer that I used to pull my Harleys. But to be honest, I love my moto carrier. I find that is the best for me to load a bike. The American made Mototote is the one I use. They have a model that can carry 600 lbs. I thank you for making this video. It is very informative. Just from experience, the strongest point in the GS is the center bar that connects the side protector.

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks 😊

[@Tifford1]

What's the length of those ramps? I must have missed it.

[@1dutchmf]

You look like Gerard Butler in this one! 😎 Thanks Greg, you really explain things well and confidently. Helps a lot of people do things for their first time relaxed and prepared.

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks!! :)

[@ChillWargamingBrian]

I’m just getting into riding. How do you know the tailgate can support all the weight you are placing on it. My Chevy tailgate is rated at 500lbs and you’ve got to be over that with the ramps bike and rider?

[@TopazFarmerTravels]

New follower … I love gear videos… thank you 😁

[@tbirdscollection4138]

What gear should you be in when loading the bike 6 or 5? I have a heavy bike its a bigger sized yamaha 250 virago so it might need to be loaded faster. Im thinking it should be loaded at 60 or 70 mph

[@georgebrowne5935]

Excellent Safety Loading video. What length of ramps do you recommend , for this height truck? Thanks

[@jockwithajoystick]

Awesome video! I’m so glad Motojitsu came up when I searched how to load a bike lol. I love your videos and have learned so much from you. This video makes me feel way better about loading up my bike. Thanks!

[@Jamilsiddique]

That was so well explained. I dont have a truck not do I ever foresee I’ll Load a bike in a truck but after seeing this I know what I’ll do if I have to do this . That was excellent . Well done

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks:)

[@Kobe29261]

Adding my voice to the chorus - you Sir are fantastic at instruction; sure we are all here benefiting from your generosity but I also hope you work in the capacity where your students can benefit from your outlook on learning. Carol Dweck will love you, if she rode motorcycles!

[@alejandromargni8873]

Hello Eddie. I thank you again for your videos. I have improved my technique and I feel more confident after a lot of practice thanks to you. Let me give you a couple of ideas for your next videos. I never had a problem with my tires when riding but I do not feel at ease with the idea of a tire blowing or suddenly deflating when speeding. What do I have to expect in a situation like that? How to stop the bike safely? Do I have to use the brakes? What is the difference if the problem is with the front or the rear tire? Can you give some advices for riding with wind? It is not a pleasant experience to ride with sudden bursts of lateral wind if you are not used to that. You can feel you could lose your steer when surpassing a truck. What can you tell about curving with strong lateral bursts of wind? Cheers from Buenos Aires

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks! If the tire goes flat, the steering will feel very mushy and hard, it's happened to me before, my tire started loosing air very fast, there was a nail that punctured my front tire. I pulled in the clutch and coasted until I stopped. Each situation is different of course. I also have a video about how to ride in the wind. I recommend going through all my videos, starting with the oldest and reading the titles and looking at the thumbnails, over 400 videos. I also made playlists to help navigate.

[@thebaddog4104]

I used a Uhaul motorcycle trailor last week. Simple, and the bike was like it was part of the trailor it never moved at all when strapped in. Around 60 bucks plus deposit.

[@MotoJitsu]

nice!

[@mazzizmotoring1117]

first of all, i LOVE your smiles while going back down after stalling...looks mischevious...LOL...however, i'm surprised you didn't use two straps to secure it to the truck...that's what hubby and i would've done

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks and I just did one to demonstrate.

[@adorinadorin]

Have you mentioned to brake the track as well, so it wont roll forward from under the bike?

[@michaelflores7657]

This was really helpful! Thank you!

[@mikey2864]

All good, solid advice. Nice. Much appreciated.

[@utskier8154]

Great video; like all of your others. One tip: when doing the final check and pull on your straps, I believe, it is mandatory to tug it and then say "that isn't going anywhere". Page 38 of the guy's handbook states this unequivically.

[@onehandclapping3094]

Best video u put out so far. Demonstrated perfectly

[@MotoJitsu]

thanks

[@opmike343]

Grip tape is a genius move. Also, the "try it again' approach when you still part the way up is great advice. There's a few off roading riding school videos on KZbin that teach the same technique when trying to go up a steep hill/mound. For whatever reason, our monkey brains want us to try again from the "half way up" position instead of just easing the bike back down and trying again.

[@MotoJitsu]

:)

[@peteshelby21]

Bro you really like to mention how awesome you are and perfect and never make mistakes. You are your biggest fan… but after video its well respected. 🤙🏽

[@michellefix9200]

Perfection. I've never done this but need to do it myself with a Vespa. This video makes me feel comfortable to be able to accomplish it successfully and safely. Thank you!

[@MotoJitsu]

You’re welcome!

[@donschlegel1972]

Great Thanks enjoy watching and learning listening If you ever come to Vancouver there’s some great riding to the Squamish highway in Whistler and Pemberton it’s quite beautiful I live close to the airport and you got a place to stay Regards

[@Gideon_Judges6]

I really like that style, width, and length of ramp. And the grip tape was a nice addition. Good idea! What brand and model is that please?

[@billtozerrealtor7331]

Two things, First just FYI in canada we are required to have FOUR straps for insurance coverage to be valad. Second, How long are those ramps they look great!

[@skylark4901]

Part 2 - The 40 strap version! Lol! Love your videos!

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks!

[@47Edge]

Great attitude! Love the delivery.

[@MotoJitsu]

thanks

[@johnmccallum3294]

I don't usually comment on video, as a matter of fact I have never commented on a video. Excellent video!!!

[@DiagolonRider]

that's actually a pretty damned good way to get a bike on and off a truck! thanks for the tips man! outstanding!

[@nickthequick]

If you've ever had your bike on a ferry (at least in Europe) you get one strap for the bike (like the yellow one in the video). From a hook in the floor, across the saddle and attached to a hook in the floor on the other side of the bike. Done. See an example video: "Travelling on a Ferry with your Motorbike | How Brittany Ferries secure your bike".

[@MotoJitsu]

:) If you haven't already, check out MotoJitsu.com for my new app, books, merch, etc.

[@luisloya1120]

Great video, you are a natural teacher.

[@richardnelson5197]

Excelent video very well explained . One comment what do you do when bike is broken and won't run ? I youse a winch to assist

[@MotoJitsu]

I would get someone to help me push it into the truck or call a motorcycle tow truck...if there isn't one, a "normal" tow truck

[@rockmathias1848]

Nice video - super helpful Keep up the good work.

[@5262010337]

I love ur videos man. It’s practical.

[@lonewolfnightsterryder5955]

I realize this is a pretty old vid. I very much appreciate your instruction and all of your experience. I did just want to say, I always remove the tailgate before loading anything heavy like a bike on a truck. Especially if it only has the cable straps and not ate bars on the side holding it up. I have seen those cables break many times. And it only takes a few seconds to remove.

[@MotoJitsu]

whatever works for you Thanks for watching ❤️ MotoJitsu.com for my App, Books, Merch, Discounts, etc. 👍🏼

[@lonewolfnightsterryder5955]

Of course after finishing the video, I see the short bed and the gate is needed.

[@suzukibandit7700]

Thanks, Eddie. I've been trying to figure out how to get the bandit into the back of my 2004 Tacoma. Would you mind sharing the manufacturer, the model, and the dimensions of the ramps you used in this video?

[@MotoJitsu]

It's in the video...just pause and research the company :)

[@Tifford1]

Great video. I will add that in NY if the police wanted to pull you over, they can for having a tailgate down and no red flag. My bike fits in with the tailgate up.

[@Jay215maxx]

You’ve done it again bro!!! Brilliant

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks!!!

[@regrobinson7643]

So what do you do when your feet can't touch the ground during the loading or unloading due to a large angle caused by a high truck bed. I'm 6'2" and loading a 800lb touring bike has to be done at speed. If it stalls with one tire on the ramp and the other on the ground the bike WILL fall as it is stopped and I can not reach the ground to balance it. Also my ramps are of a cross bar design. It is a Black Widow and was recommended by them for motorcycles. The design you have said "ATV only". I like your design and wanted it but it was strongly dissuaded. The other problem I have is due to the design there is minimal tire contact. No problem for the dirt bike due to the knobby tires. The touring bike rear wheel will spin if momentum is lost. Scary halfway up. I have to roll backwards at speed to help balance and quickly get my feet on the ground before the bike tips. I can not catch an 800 lb bike once it starts to lean. Even after i make down. Ideas besides swapping ramps?

[@MotoJitsu]

Get more people to help you...this is if you're alone. Or get a u-haul trailer with a low ramp or get a long ramp yourself.

[@PetrolJunkie]

Tips from a professional tow operator (not me, a friend that rides that taught me how to do it properly): The big take away is that you need to make sure the bike is secure in the event of a crash. Good enough to get down the road can kill people when that bike goes flying through the air, smashes through the cab of the truck, lands on top of someone else's car. There are regulations for tying stuff down, you need to follow them. To be legal you need to have four straps in almost every state, in the states that don't require them, use them anyway. Can not express how important it is to have the right straps, the yellow ones used in the video are a good choice, just make sure their properly rated. Each strap should be able to hold twice the weight of your bike to account for tension you add when you tighten them down plus the shock load generated when the bike bounces. (Even if it looks like it's not moving, it's putting shock load on the straps.) Inspect the straps before you use them for excessive fraying or wear, especially the gated hooks which are often failure points on those. If you have open hooks make sure the strap is down in the throat of the hook and not on the point, if it's on the point you need to de-rate the hook by half, just make sure the strap is in the throat of the hook. In most states it is not legal to strap a wheel down even if you have other straps on the bike. (They do it all the time with cars, but there is a big difference between a car and a bike.) Ideally you want the straps at about a 45 degree angle so they are pulling sideways and down. The handle bars, triple tree and down pipes on the frame are the best locations to use on the front. Crash bars on the GS are usable, and safe. However, not all crash bars are equal, the ones on Harleys are never a good idea to use as tie points, they don't have enough bracing or mounting points for as much as a thousand pounds of bike. It's not recommended to use the rear wheel or swing arm. You should hook into the frame if you can. The reason is once again you need to control what the bike's suspension is doing, you need compression to keep the bike from bouncing. If the bike bounces enough not only can the bike fall but it can make the truck's wheels hop. No joke, upwards of a thousand pounds bouncing the bed of a truck can can the rear end of the truck to lose traction. Part of your goal is prevent the bike from moving at all while in the truck. You need to get enough suspension compression so that when you go over bumps the bike's suspension doesn't loosen the straps when it bounces. If they loosen the wheels can slide sideways on a flat deck, even on the ribbed deck of a truck the bike can fall. Bed extenders will not keep a bike in the back of a truck, they are not a legal way to secure a bike in the back of the truck in most states. They are not safe tie points to secure the bike. At best, they are way to keep the ramps from sliding out and that is it. Also keep in mind that a truck's tailgate has a load limit. Most full size trucks you can put about 500lbs on the tailgate. If you have a Honda Goldwing or Harley bagger, you may want to reconsider loading them in a short bed pickup. When your loading the bike you are putting about 70% of the bike and rider's combined weight on the edge of the tail gate, there is a chance the support cables will break with a big bagger, especially if the cables are old and have started rusting. You are better off using a trailer for the big baggers. If you use a trailer, lock both the draw bar and the coupler. A bike on a trailer is an easy target for thieves. Pull the pin on the draw bar and you now have everything you need to tow it away. A lot of people lose bikes, boats and even RVs because they don't lock one or the other.

[@MotoJitsu]

Strap it down!

[@kb-bb2zc]

Eddie, thanks for sharing your experience. Well done You actually had me laughing out loud 😂 with a few references. I loved the... You could use 40 straps if you want... It won't come off even in the apocalypse 😂 The other one that had me going was.. this ain't the matrix ... You can't just get a download 😂, you got to practice 😊

[@josephsebesta6790]

That was better then others videos on loading a motorcycle. (Secret in life: seek knowledge, education and practice😎😜Thank you

[@MotoJitsu]

You’re welcome

[@CVarden]

What do you think of using a cargo van instead of a truck?

[@MotoJitsu]

I had one before, did the same process :)

[@jbean530]

Awesome!!!! Single, was wondering how to get a bike home. Thank you so, so much.

[@MotoJitsu]

:) welcome

[@InsertGenericNameHere]

This video best watched at 1.5x speed.

[@chrisrogersBueller4life]

I just did this, this weekend, with a Buell Ulysses I bought from a guy 750 miles away . It was tough, because that bike is a little tall for me. Was up on my toes going down the ramp. But going UP was a breeze, did it in one try.

[@MotoJitsu]

😁

[@roadiemort3589]

The elephant in the room is the tailgate cables, make sure you replace them if they need changing.

[@MotoJitsu]

There's many things I didn't cover..video would of been 3 hours long lol