Motorcycle tow hitch by ECOTRIC

Initially I thought the ECOTRIC Motorcycle Receiver Hitch Hauler Trailer Tow Dolly Rack carrier was cheap, but it did exceptionally well, and weather tested in the snow. It takes at least two people to load the motorcycle onto the carrier because of the tire strap.
Feature
-The rack attaches in seconds to a 2’’ Class II or Class III receiver, and it’s all steel construction allows for this unit to haul bikes with a curb weight of up to 1000 lbs.
-Other transports require you to struggle with pushing your bike up a ramp.
-Turn the crank and the cradle lowers close to ground level. Insert and secure the front wheel. Turn the crank in the opposite direction to raise the bike to the transport position.
-The entire unit weighs a very manageable 32 lbs. and measures 40"x8"x9" You can store it in your trunk or behind your seat in your car!
Note: This unit will not accommodate bike tires greater than 5 1/2" wide.

[@uafbound]

Thanks for doing this review. No one else on KZbin has shown this thing working or talked about it. I’ve been looking at it for my sport bike.

[@BukesWorld]

This is a great trailer as the video shows... I did a boxing and review video on it about a year ago and it has held up well. I've towed everything from the lightest, to the heaviest Goldwing without a loss. Just remember to use LUBRICANT when cranking. . GO501 did a great job showing the distance and adverse weather stability 👍🏽

[@ziasunfarmstead]

Thomas, Thanks for the comment, if you get it just remember to verify the weight capacity of the bike, and the wheel width of the carrier you purchase will fit your bike. If you get it like, I did and disassembled take a look at the video, I posted on how to assemble it. To reinforce what Burke’s World said make sure you use a lubricant for the all thread and ensure it is something that can be used in the elements.

[@MrCbell57]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/n2PUYpZ3YptqrZI The key to the lean is fastening the bike to an outrigger like this man shows. No lean. Any build or design will not lean once you add these 4 straps and tie them to the outriggers that are welded onto whatever contraption is being used.

[@drmachinewerke1]

Put your straps in a X. Better than being inline.

[@Happy357mag]

Interesting idea. I'm going to make one but I'm not sure what style yet. I think I'm going to use the seesaw design. I don't like the All-thread for lifting & lowering.

[@linoxblack]

very great video ... give me confidence in getting one myself

[@ziasunfarmstead]

Wise Man, Thank you for the comment. A pointer is during turns it leans but that is normal, also make sure you put the tire strap around the wheel and not over the bar that the wheel fits in. this will prevent the wheel from sliding or being loose.

[@linoxblack]

@@ziasunfarmstead yes .. i did notice other videos.. the leaning at turns looks scary but that's normal as what you said.. Thanks for the extra tips

[@julianspringer1835]

Thanks for the review. I know for certain that I don't want one of these.

[@BukesWorld]

Great video... just remember to use lubricant to make the cranking easier and stop the excessive shearing of the brass nut.... like and subscribed as well.

[@ziasunfarmstead]

Burke’s World, Thanks for the comment, I enjoyed you video as well. If I would have seen, your video first I would not have freaked out on the first turn. I actually did use an all-purpose grease that is good in the weather, it is in the previous video I posted about how to assemble it. My carrier came fully disassembled. I was looking at the threads now and I believe the little bit of metal shavings is just residual form the making of them, kind of like when you get a new key made and it is rough to use for the first few times. Once again thanks and you made a great video too.

[@cordmiller679]

Fast way to wear out your bike. Probbaly should take off the chain to protect your transmission

[@YouMotorcycle]

You mean belt

[@justd02ofus]

The brass fitting on the worm gear is going to wear out quick , Tie the handlebar straps to the safely chain loops.If you tie them to the outside of the bumper the Bike will lean and possibly fall in a sharp turn.

[@seabreezeblank1513]

I used one of these behind my RV to take my beamer out of Florida during hurricane it worked really well but I have sold the RV so now I have one of these for sale

[@marcbee1234]

Where did you add the last strap and why? Thanks for this much needed video.

[@ginoasci2876]

A $15 U-Haul trailer rental would have been perfect. Plus you could have covered the bike with a tarp.

[@jamespinkston5654]

I saw a post about that yellow strap being garbage. Broke free which made the bake break free and flip three times. Definitely use your own straps.

[@georgeyoung613]

A block under the tire holder and a ramp would really make this a 1 man job. Also using a floor jack under the front tire would prevent damaging the jack screw. The more straps the better.

[@billyjones9045]

I don't trust those either.. That's why the ones I make are made out of the thick metal tubing that the entire reciever system is made from and I have support bars and welds all over .I weld picture and stunt cars for a living so I've built all kinds of crazy things. With mine the bike or whatever your hauling is safe the platform if fully supported and enterchangible with other platforms for what ever I'm hauling. Mine locks the bike in place so it cant fall over as you strap in on. And theres no sketchy ramp to push or ride up. A girl scout can load my gsxr 1000 by herself.

[@jimt7851]

Hi Billy, your bike hitch tow system sounds amazing, do you have an image that could be viewed for reference? Like yourself I am a fabricator / welder and I would like to make a secure one solely for myself. Thank you.

[@myles9520]

Could I fit my 90s KLR 650 on this hitch?

[@barryk8969]

Pretty tough front fender on that bike

[@neilhoogendoorn8045]

What did you do to stop the bike from leaning? Wont the straps going to the back prevent the bike from being able to turn?

[@MrCbell57]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/n2PUYpZ3YptqrZI

[@claybornlewis276]

It doesn't swivel from side to side that's the only thing I don't like about it the bike leans over and when you go around the corners I would weld it up and make it turn and swivel from side to side for the price $130 bucks you buy it and just then you got to put a swivel on it it's worth it I mean how hard could it be to make it swivel not very hard just a couple of pieces of quarter inch steel and a pin so when you go around the corners it can turn then you'd have to strap the front end to that piece itself and put across bar on it a short one but it's a good idea even for long hauls if you make it swivel

[@ziasunfarmstead]

I purchased the ECOTRIC Motorcycle Receiver Hitch Hauler Trailer Tow Dolly Rack carrier and Initially, I thought it was cheaply assembled. After using it to transport my Harley 900 miles at 75 MPH it worked exceptionally well. Please leave a comment or recommendation below. Thanks.

[@ernieholmes7375]

I've got a question on transmission issues after transporting like this? Even though bike is in neutral, does anyone think there might be concerns on the bikes transmission after towing in neutral???

[@agentbr0]

@@ernieholmes7375 I wouldn't worry about it. Anytime a vehicle is gonna be towed, if it's not on a trailer, it's going in neutral. If it were a transmission hazard, a lot o tow companies wouldn't even be in business due to the cost of a transmission repair

[@claybornlewis276]

If it doesn't swivel then it's not worth buying I suppose if you buy it you can always weld it up and make it swivel but I'm not taking the chance on anything that hooks my motorcycle to a trailer hitch and when I go around the corner it leans over I just don't think that's a very good idea because it needs to swivel so it can move side to side as you go around corners but for the price I suppose I could buy it and make it swivel myself

[@edwardchamberlain7858]

Vertical video? Come on, it's like looking through a key hole. Moving on to an image that fits my screen.

[@DuDieselDude]

Edward Chamberlain unnecessary. he was trying to be helpful

[@brennaneason4032]

miserable fuck. You can still see the video, well maybe not you as the elderly tend to loose their eyesight.

[@johnrocker2986]

I hope the welding around that pivot area is good but boy does that thing look fragile! Go easy on those ratchet straps as its pulling massive weight onto the pivot?

[@frodogg9379]

People keep commenting on how great this works the problem is you can't run your back tire but the chain on it will mess up your trans. I'm gonna try to do a long trip but I have to lift the back tire and let the front tire on the ground. I can't imagine people using this and not having a problem

[@daniellemulcahy]

Fro Dogg pretty sure you just take off the chain.

[@frodogg9379]

@@daniellemulcahy Not that simple...

[@thejakein7867]

Belt driven.

[@frodogg9379]

@b0nedaddy2360 not that simple...some bike you can do that to...but other you can't. So I would not us this as a golden rule. Again I would not trust it. If you are taking it to a chop 5 miles away...ok, not anywhere over 50 mile. Again not that simple.

[@MegaSling]

You should NEVER strap your handlebars to your bumper with any tow system like this. Just strap that front tire into the Chalk securly and she won't lean in turns.

[@SirShoddrick]

What are the laws for brake/ turn signals when towing the bike?

[@MrCbell57]

There is a gray area in laws now that govern the use of these. Some authorities I've heard will even try to ticket you for having one wheel on the ground. Stating you cannot tow a vehicle with an unauthorized two dolly. Since your brake and tail lights are visible with the bike mounted on the back, there is no need for added lights. However, someone may not see the motorcycle and end up running into it since there are no warning lights on it or flags. I would definitely be flying a red flag like on anything sticking 6 feet out of your truck or car. I like this video I just watched. No lean, due to the outrigger and the bike being connected at 4 points to the rig. kzbin.info/www/bejne/n2PUYpZ3YptqrZI

[@SirShoddrick]

@@MrCbell57 yea, I could probably build something similar to that rig in the linked video. Thnx

[@MrCbell57]

@@SirShoddrick no problem. I'm building myself on for a Yamaha 1900. And going to add an outrigger type support on each side which I can strap the bike to. Bars and rear pegs. Keep it from leaning for sure. And safer!

[@justbraaapit2311]

I would not truck that with a bike like that man. That's me tho

[@arjunp1835]

Will this add miles to the motorcycle?

[@ziasunfarmstead]

Arjun p, It does not add miles, it is in neutral when it is connected.

[@lukewatson3071]

@@ziasunfarmstead Also, I think most bikes speedo / odo is driven from the front wheel... well it has been on most bikes I have owned (mostly dirt & sports bikes)

[@MrCbell57]

@@lukewatson3071 I like the fact this guy in this video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n2PUYpZ3YptqrZI uses an outrigger and connects the bike at 4 points removing the lean they have when not doing so.

[@YouMotorcycle]

Multiple tries, multiple people, and a damaged front fender that costs more to fix or replace than the dolly is worth... Yikes... Not universal enough to be worth it.

[@marklewis3004]

Follow the instructions this guy has it strapped incorrectly…

[@SuperMacy24]

MY GOD EVERYONE! The problem is the the hitch is too high and that he needs a lower one, it would have easily rolled right on. SMH any men in this chat Jesus!

[@emil4664]

There's a new hitch that attaches to the rear wheel it's called Motowus

[@kosta2177]

yeah, and 700 dollars price

[@emil4664]

@@kosta2177 that's like the cost of renting a trailer a few times. And I saved money on gas

[@kosta2177]

@@emil4664on the eBay there are plenty of other hitches which would cost you 120-140 bucks and do the same job.

[@emil4664]

@@kosta2177 listen I'm not bashing this but no one shows it on the road how does the bike turn with it? What I spent on motowus was well worth it I didn't even feel I was towing anything and my bike and I get to wherever safe and sound and I say this after towing more than 535 miles at 65-75mph. And let me add it takes me about 5 minutes to get my bike loaded by myself

[@kosta2177]

@@emil4664 Good points. Thank you for the review.

[@hongdoan3317]

The best way to kill transmission

[@Bradtadabone]

How?

[@JB91710]

Cut a bevel on the end of a 2x4 or 4x4 to act as a ramp so you can load the bike with the carrier higher up. Didn't this thing come with directions? You should NOT attach those straps to the corner of your vehicle. When you make turns one side will go slack and the other side will pull your bike over. Who engineered that thing?

[@kristianpallone8726]

Those ratchets on either side are for your handle bar straps

[@ziasunfarmstead]

Kristian Pallone, I did not have my new straps when I got snowed in for this trip, in the past I, have used a utility trailer but needed to pull something together and this was the solution. I was actually apprehensive but the way it held up in the snow was great. Look at my other video on the rhino straps. Those are the ones I usually use and prefer. Thanks for the comment.

[@kristianpallone8726]

GO501 I bought one as well. Haven’t got around to using it tho. I’m moving soon from Florida to Montana😳( I know right!?) anyway as a female solo, this looked like the way to go as I will be towing it behind my camper ( a converted trailer I’ll be doing a video on soon) and it’s too small to handle the full weight like you see some ppl do

[@kristianpallone8726]

GO501 oh yeah, in the beginning your bike was leaning- why ??

[@ziasunfarmstead]

Kristian Pallone, Good luck with the Move. I just subscribed to you and look forward to seeing your video. The lean is normal it is where the pivot point is, if a trailer was on two wheels it would do it two. The one thing I will caution you on is do not stop in the lean because it will put unnecessary pressure on the hitch and receiver. It will also lean in turns and that is normal. Be careful with backing up as well, all the principles of towing a trailer apply to this. Lastly is your assembled or not?

[@kristianpallone8726]

GO501 yes , I have it on just waiting on the mortgage broker to finalize my new home.

[@rgrg3683]

truck hitch is too high,also hope you removed the drive belt 😂

[@chevydude6838]

19.99 U-Haul motorcycle trailer.

[@a.nellsechs6817]

You made this harder then it is lol.

[@lyltlylt]

got a motow works much better just saying.

[@coolmountaineer]

This is a no no for me...I could live loosing my bike, but would never be able to to forgive myself for killing a family driving behind me. Many of these carriers are either made in China and imported, or made in USA with ZERO engineering knowledge of welding or material stress. It will be just matter of time to see...

[@hunterhoward3273]

8 months down still going strong. Lol

[@vkhiev]

I would never buy or use this contraption, looks like a disaster waiting to happen

[@1silvervespa]

Grease that sucker ... WoW..... ugh.

[@1silvervespa]

Yeah Tape that extra Tie down .... so it doesn't unravel .... down the road . Treat your Bike like crap ..... ugh . Dirt and grit ...no thanks.

[@1silvervespa]

Stupid to load nearly any Bike by yourself in general .

[@chewy7863]

That is the worst device for towing motorcycles I have ever seen.

[@marklewis3004]

Please take this down… or let us watch the video where you turn a corner and rip the bike off the rack..

[@ziasunfarmstead]

The bike never "ripped" off the tow hitch. The way it sits and the way it is strapped allows for it to lean just slightly. I made it from Arizona to New Mexico with no problems and even through the snow. I will say I never used it again because I purchases a trailer.

[@MrCbell57]

What are you trying to accomplish at 2:51 into video? The angle of the carrier is almost vertical. Never mind I see. This entire system is kept together with one 1.5 inch weld! Did you notice that? But oh my this would never work if your bike was not running. I mean, good video. But dude I would stop promoting this. I mean, what would you do if someone died after their bike came off from broken welded area? Also, the lean is not natural. It is due to the pivot point and rake lagging behind the attachment point of wheel. Well yes it naturally does this for sure, but in no way is it natural to see it happen nor is it any good at all to have the weight of your bike leaning like this with the front wheel off the ground all the while and back tire trailing along on a different plane and path! Good job on hooking this up though. I like this video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n2PUYpZ3YptqrZI The outriggers allow the bike to stay vertical no matter what, and its basically able to pick up a non running scooter also. I think I will make the one the guy designed for $35 dollars and then add the outriggers to it like this video here has. The guy I'm talking about is kzbin.info/www/bejne/eX2TkKqCjcqjeKM. Or I really like this slick willy, but it is just not tough or strong enough. Especially for us big bikes. I have a Yamaha 1900 Road Liner. It weighs more than yours.

[@1gsilver]

Rigid Motorcycle Receiver Hitch Hauler Trailer Tow Dolly Rack carrier is junk... Unsafe, no way is the Bike ever going to be stable .... Class 2 Hitch is rated for 200-300 tongue weight??? ..... Nice video... would not trust the Rigid Motorcycle Receiver Hitch Hauler Trailer Tow Dolly Rack carrier. Save your money and buy a trailer

[@jluis5188]

Sorry bro but this thing sucks.

[@punster331]

Lol I don't think so

[@chewy7863]

That is the worst device for towing motorcycles I have ever seen.