Watch BEFORE You Buy a Trailer! Game Changer? MoTow Rear Wheel Towing

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Today we're checking out a new towing apparatus for your two wheeled friends. Shout-out to MoTow for sending me their rear wheel motorcycle towing device. Are you looking for a new way to tow your motorcycle? Maybe you're tired of hefty ramps, hooking up big trailers, or messing with trailer hitch tow devices. MoTow offers a rear wheel towing apparatus that might fit your needs. This is my first time ever using it so we'll unbox it and see what it's all about.
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[@MOTOWus]

Hi another big thanks to Jon! All of our customers love using their MOTOW, many have towed 1,000’s of miles. We now have one with an adjustable receiver 0”-5” up and down. So hitch height can be 10” to 21”, measured from the ground to the bottom of the hitch. Our customers are motorcycle enthusiasts like us who want safety and security for their bikes along with convenience. Here are a few videos showing MOTOW in action thanks again for watching kzbin.info/www/bejne/maeopqmdYseml6M kzbin.info/www/bejne/iV6Zl597o6p1bdk

[@mikey321c]

Compared to your competitors yours costs 800 dollars and has a 600 pound rating and theirs costs less than 200 with an 800 pound rating 👎🏻

[@adjbob56]

@@mikey321c The lower cost ones tend to have a lot of issues if you research them. The main difference is the cheaper ones do not pivot - so they hold the front wheel and let the steering stem of the bike become the pivot. Watch videos of those and you see the bike flop from side to side big time. I don't work for MoTow, but did my research and bought one. You get what you pay for - and if you buy a low cost one you may end up buying 2nd time to get something that actually works well.

[@persico9017]

I live in an apartment that does not allow trailer's so I bought one of these. It works perfectly. Never had any issues thousands of miles towed...

[@SWTrailsAndWheels]

Wow! This is awesome and the exact solution I have been looking for to tow my dirt bike or street bike for track days. Thanks for this thorough overview, Jon.

[@JonsMotoGarage]

For sure!

[@upsidedowndog1256]

If you have room to store a trailer i highly recommend that route. I bought mine when i was 15, I'm 49 now. Best $500 i ever spent. If you don't have room to store a trailer this product may suit your needs.

[@4drumz-662]

Honestly for the price I’d get way more use (motorcycle and other) out of a small flatbed trailer. This might be an option for someone who lives in an apartment complex and would have nowhere to store a trailer.

[@juntjoonunya9216]

Yeah, it's advantage is space if that's your purpose. It is also looks a little easier to set your bike up for hauling

[@getoffmygrass6974]

First off, Kudos to the inventors for coming up with a radical design, now that being said. First off I think this would be a great system for say Track Days and MX events, if they come up with a quick release and multiple tow set up for pulling between tents etc on the property. For me, It's not that I don't trust the integral structure or strength, it's wearing out my front tire in the wrong direction but like you said it def has it's place.

[@JonsMotoGarage]

My thoughts as well. I see it as a great option for someone with a small vehicle, no storage space for a trailer, or does regular track days. It's a nice option depending on the individual.

[@ThumpermanMotovlogs]

I saw the thumbnail and i was like no way. Impressed for sure lol.

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Hahaha!

[@mgelliott1]

I'd like to see video backing up. Also, states have laws on trailers and lights and such, not that this is a trailer, but there should be some kind of red light that connects to your brake light harness to make the bike more visible. State law or not, doing this at night w/o lights is a serious issue. Finally, I think an optional upgrade to this would be a narrow aluminum channel a few feet long from the device to get the front wheel off the ground. It would have to have a replaceable but HIGHLY durable dolly wheel underneath. My concern is stress on front tire after too many turns whether bars are 100% straight or not. Awesome video. I really like your channel Jon.

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Great points! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@kountrymotoking2184]

Imagine how much faster and easier it would be with a impact driver! Luckily I have a truck but I still love the idea. I will have to check one of these out for sure.

[@JonsMotoGarage]

For sure! Motow actually mentions that option on their website. Good thinking!

[@michaele1201]

Pretty cool idea, and worthy of consideration. Class 3 & 4 has load limit of up to 800#. That tow's most biikes.

[@dynademos]

I’d use it for like short tows for sure no problem sweet video man been trying to catch up👍🏽

[@JonsMotoGarage]

My thoughts as well! Always good to hear from you guys!

[@MOTOWus]

Just to let you know it can be used for long distance too-one of our customers has towed his bikes over 5,000 miles. Check out his comments on our Facebook page. Thanks!

[@ragimundvonwallat8961]

normally im not very warm by those gadget but that one surprised me...even someone with a crappy 4cyl shitbox could use it and then store it in a closet. pretty impressive if it works well

[@JonsMotoGarage]

My thoughts as well. I can see the appeal for the right scenarios.

[@Bass.Player]

You would have to make sure that the front wheel is perfectly straight when strapped..

[@MNDashcam]

The few degrees off it might be would only cause it to offtrack probable less than a foot. Easily still behind the vehicle. Not really a serious concern. I own a towing company and we tow cars from the rear wheels. Similar deal when locking the steering wheel.

[@Bass.Player]

@@MNDashcam Unless you hit a bump!

[@saddle8bag]

That was freakin cool. I agree that backing it up is probably it's achilles heel. Just have to be mindful not to get yourself in a situation where you need to back up. Brilliant idea though. Should have bought one of those instead of my trailer.

[@JonsMotoGarage]

I can see it coming in handy for those who don't want to haul a big trailer (RVers for example), people with no truck or little space for storage, or someone who has a smaller vehicle and toes their bike a short distance to the track or something. All comes down to providing a solution for the right person.

[@brettbenson4516]

Looks like a real good product. Great how to video as well.

[@JonsMotoGarage]

For sure! I'll admit I was a bit skeptical but I can see the value/appeal for the right person.

[@celticguy6405]

Cool idea, I don't know if it's something Id use for my area where the potholes would have the bike bouncing all over

[@ragimundvonwallat8961]

hey Jon, you seem back to be more happy. =) your well? the wife is well?. i always enjoy your vids ive seen at least 90% of your content. you are a smooth talker, you'd be a formidable used car salesman haha the name mo tow make me laugh, i should start selling lawn tractor called mow toe lmao, i'll see myself out after that one, have a nice day

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Hahaha! That ender is great! Lol. There are different types of sales people - some I can stand, others not so much. Hahaha! But the sales game is a tough gig.

[@ragimundvonwallat8961]

@@JonsMotoGarage you dont say, i used to be advertisement salesman...and that is harder than to sell air

[@JonsMotoGarage]

@@ragimundvonwallat8961 Nice! So you're no stranger to the game. I did seo sales for a while and then some internet security stuff.

[@ronanrogers4127]

Do you think you tested it enough to give an opinion when you basically just went 30 yards around a culdesac on a well sealed road? Did you try it on a highway at speed? Did you try it Offroad?

[@Tragic5]

Keep up the cool content

[@YouMotorcycle]

Good video. Wish you had a camera on the back of the van so we could see how it handles 90 degree right hand turns.

[@Tragic5]

Love the video

[@bryanfrederick6384]

I could see that being good for short tows taking dirt/ track bike to local stuff an I was going to ask about backing it up think I ll Stick to my 2 axle enclosed I stay away from single axle trailers because if you blow a tire on single axle trailer is un stable where 2 axles more stable local track day for me is 100 miles one way so trailer is best cool vid 😎

[@JonsMotoGarage]

My thoughts as well. For the right person, I think it provides a nice solution. Great point regarding the double axle trailers.

[@discount_ChadKroeger]

I'm on the fence with it.

[@JonsMotoGarage]

I was at first as well. While it wouldn't be my first pick for a long trip, it's a nice option to have around and takes up virtually no storage space. Great for someone in a condo or apartment, or rolling in an rv or van life. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@ArizonaDesertRat426x]

I can understand the need for this if you’re in a pinch. But I have had many people come to me asking about these type of haulers and I tell them the same thing every time. How much do you value your motorcycle? I’m sure these have come a long way over that last few years but I’d offer to tow a friends bike in the bed of my truck or trailer before letting them buy one! Great videos like always keep them up!!!

[@MOTOWus]

Hey we appreciate your opinion but using MOTOW won’t harm your bike. We are motorcyclists too and invented this to make it easier to bring our bikes long distances. Towing by the rear wheel puts no stress on the bike at all.

[@justchillin619]

@@MOTOWus would this work on a vehicle with a 200lb tongue weight? I have a 400lb bike. It would be on a Mazda CX-30 compact SUV

[@MOTOWus]

@@justchillin619 As long as you have a 2" receiver, yes!

[@Wildman-wr1sz]

I’m not sold on using something like this with a expensive HARLEY.

[@vcamps88]

Thanks for the highway towing notion! I'm getting this now

[@davidpeterson943]

very cool idea never heard of it. Thx for sharing .

[@bmwrider1931]

That rocks

[@auriandewouters2996]

Nice shoes !

[@MF-yw7vl]

No leaning looks like that is well design

[@humblewarriorus]

Good stuff, def a option. Crazy how many of your videos I’ve missed but im watching little by little bromigo.

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Dude! You've been slacking, bro! Hahaha! Jk. There are definitely better things to do than watch this channel. Lol.

[@levijohnson3469]

I thought this would be a great solution to my needs, but for $700 it's a bit much I think.

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Yeah, definitely an investment for someone who will use it often. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@DanteYewToob]

Yup. For cost/use I'll just rent a 15$ trailer for a day when I need it, and even if I did that several times a year for a few years I'd still come out ahead. But I don't move bikes around often, so maybe someone _really_ needs something like this.

[@Thendub]

Only one con I see about this and that's tire wear from having the front tire rolling behind you. Lol it's definitely cool forsure though looks easy to store Wich is amazing for a guy like me with no space. If I didn't have a pickup I'd put this to use forsure

[@MOTOWus]

Hey thanks for your comment. Since the wheel is rolling without any rider weight, hard stopping and cornering, the wear is minimal-like 80% less in our experience. Plus the front normally wears less than the rear.

[@MaximilianYpplm]

I’m a bit skeptical with the wheel straps. Not sure if it is strong enuf to hold the bike down for long distance towing

[@maxjoey197]

Thanks

[@elmer4117]

the best in town..nice engineering

[@canino247]

Hey jon! Question, im towing the same bike. DrzSm but I want to tow it on my little geo tracker. The tow tongue cap is 200lbs and this bike weights 360. You think is still possible to tow it knowing the way the weight is being distributed ? Most of it being at the front

[@Jihadbearzwithgunz]

One thing I'd advise is anything long distance I'd consider braking the chain to help avoid any risk to the trans cause even with the bike in neutral you'll run the pump and could potentially cook it long distance but just around town should be alright like helping save a friend.. Edit every picture of similar products use the front wheel so this is interesting avoids any potential stress on the trans.

[@MOTOWus]

Hey here’s a recent customer post on our channel: I have over 5000 miles on my MOTOW hauling 500 to 600 pound bikes. It has performed perfectly on every trip.

[@alexdomino23]

What about the wear on the tire?

[@justchillin619]

Would this work on a compact SUV? Hard to say how much tongue weight in actually on the hitch with the bike having only one wheel attached?

[@MOTOWus]

The Tongue Weight needs to be greater than half the weight of the bike, as half the weight is on your vehicles hitch and half is on the MoTow.

[@simonclark8176]

Your average punter may struggle with that one ... i sure wont be driving or riding behind one ^^

[@JonsMotoGarage]

hahaha!

[@NRecob]

$700? I'll find a used trailer/use a pick up instead.

[@keithandrews7696]

No way.

[@runtylerrun3898]

Are you going to do a video testing that mechanism with other kinds of bikes?

[@JonsMotoGarage]

They sent me the wheel cradle fitted for my drz rear tire, so I don't plan to try it out with the others unless I can confirm fitment and/or have the need.

[@armadilllo]

Do you still use it 4 years later?

[@RandysRides]

That's handy ! Could prob even fit it to a small car. :)

[@JonsMotoGarage]

For sure! I think that's where it provides a nice solution - for small cars and those who don't have a ton of space and/or don't want to tow trailer on their RV vacation. Lol.

[@Manic_Mitch.official]

how is this tho for long cross country drives? and could i use it on a sedan safely you think?

[@joshpham2608]

I tested on my Honda civic on my 2020 R1 but bear in mine that I try to make my bike light as possible to meet my hitch max 300 lb tongue weight. My r1 rear tire weight about 193 lb but it does sink down on the rear of my car unless add a spring bumper to counter the weight or add an air bag system. It is safe only on short trip like in a street but in my opinion I would not recommend driving on longer highway. I usually rent a SUV that come with 2 inch hitch to travel longer highway

[@19Delcid]

I'm concerned because all I see is 3 straps holding it. Whats keeping it from tipping over?

[@jonmajarucon51]

Hi Jon. Really like your presentation(s). Would you recommend this for long distance hauling? (say 500 miles plus?) I have an Indian Scout. I am also wondering about the weight on the hitch pushing down. My bike is about 600 pounds. Thanks again

[@nyinfamous2k2]

It might work , and probably will be fine but...... thats a big NOPE from me, not with my bike lol. id trailer it or throw it in my pick up like you usually do.

[@zacknicley8150]

Does the bike have to go in backwards? If you’re locking the handlebars straight will they be ok going in frontwards? My only question is if the tires running in reverse for a few hundred miles, like if you’re moving, might mess up the rubber treads or plies. As for visibility, you can cover it in a huge orange warning sign or whatever will get people’s notice.

[@MOTOWus]

Hi thanks for your comments. All the tire manufacturers we talked with confirmed it is perfectly safe for a tire to roll backwards, whether at 5mph or 75mph. And MOTOW is not made for front wheel towing. The reason we designed it for the rear wheel is because towing this way makes it safe for the drive shaft, the chain, etc. With it you’re towing your bike on its own suspension. If you can, take a look at this video towing up to 65mph: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iV6Zl597o6p1bdk

[@claybornlewis276]

Why didn't you have somebody follow you so we could see it from the back while you were towing it you did a nice video up until the point of hauling the bike we couldn't see the bike behind the vehicle does it lean when you go around corners like most of them I would imagine it does but we'll never know from this video

[@MrCheck30]

Want one bad for my little civic. Just have concerns because my tow hitch is only 1 1/4 and I would need an adapter for it.

[@KOedNAC]

Great idea, love the fact it's made in America, but $700? Not even if it was made out of titanium...

[@MrYehudam]

It’s a crazy price tag bro...

[@lukegazda2395]

Hey Jon. Do you think it's worth it to mod a drz400? How much power/mph do you gain from doing the full exhaust/airbox/rejet?

[@justoneperson]

Luke Gazda yes. It’s a brand new bike when you do it. Makes the DRZ what it should be right out the box.

[@lukegazda2395]

MTM-DM How much power do you think it would gain?

[@JonsMotoGarage]

MTM-DM is better qualified for this. I purchased both my drz's as is. Also, you may consider checking some online forums to see what some of those dudes say. Good luck!

[@lukegazda2395]

Jon's Moto Garage thanks!

[@CaptainVelveeta]

10:28 OMG! FLASHBACK!!!😖😖

[@davidschwarz1196]

So why can't we just use a cheaper front wheel version and just load the rear wheel and buy handlebar straps ourself?

[@myles9520]

Is there a cheaper option for this style of trailer? For $700, might as well buy a trailer

[@jhoang702]

Would you tow your Lowrider S with it? Seems kinda sketchy with the weight of a Harley.

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Yeah, the harley is definitely on the heavy side for this. I wouldn't mind trying it for a short tow to the shop or something though.

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Good point! I hadn't thought of that.

[@SaltyRNFrank]

Jon , whats your Van ? E350 4wd ?

[@JonsMotoGarage]

E350. Doesn't have the 4wd conversion. We purchased it as a road trip rig for summer.

[@lyltlylt]

just ordered one for my 2019 bmw f750gs hope it works out..

[@shankartnj]

Hi have you tried this out yet. Please let me know how this works. Thanks in advance.

[@theone2be33]

Would never do anything like that!

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Come on! Everybody's doing it! Hahaha!

[@theone2be33]

@@JonsMotoGarage well im just thinking if you got rear ended. Your bike is gone.

[@topgopnik]

Lower your bike milage too haha

[@austinflow8637]

So how do you buy this?

[@DanteYewToob]

I don't understand why they designed this with the capability for catastrophic failure?... Why not just tow with the rear wheel in neutral, because if that front wheel comes loose or a strap fails... you have no time to react before your bike is potentially totalled.. If your clutch drops you'll feel resistance and have time to pull over and correct the problem before doing major damage... I must be missing something because this seems like a great idea if everything goes perfectly, but a disaster if anything goes wrong.

[@MOTOWus]

Hi just read your comment. We’ve sold hundreds of these and no problems reported. On the contrary, every person who has used a MOTOW Tow System loves it. The rear wheel of the bike is strapped tight into the cradle with 2 ratchets rated 2,200 lbs. each. Plus there’s a safety strap rated 6,600 lbs connected to the hitch. The bike wheel will not come off the cradle. The bike is towed on its own suspension so there’s no stress on it. It turns as you turn. If you have a few minutes take a look at our install video or other videos showing it in action on our KZbin channel thanks! kzbin.info/www/bejne/iV6Zl597o6p1bdk kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6LIcqqjd5d3haM

[@DanielRodriguez-nx9lq]

I have a jeep wrangler JK with a Max. Trailer Tongue Capacity of 200lbs. I wonder if this would work assuming only the front wheel weight would be on the hitch not the full bike? Anyone's thoughts?

[@DanielRodriguez-nx9lq]

correction: rear wheel weight*

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Check out MoTow's website and/or hit them up directly. I'm sure they could give you some info on that. Great question!

[@roberthicks7819]

Call me old fashioned but give me a trailer. Dont know if I would trust that with a heritage or goldwing

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Lol. Yeah, the heavyweight cruisers are probably best on the trailer....or being ridden. Hahaha!

[@beltitovillanuevareyes6885]

Me gusta nice bro

[@RudinBrodic]

Waiting for them to start selling in Serbia ;)

[@JonsMotoGarage]

👍😎

[@MOTOWus]

Hey no worries we ship to Serbia

[@RudinBrodic]

@@MOTOWus Great, but it must be cheaper for me to come to US and bring it home, then to pay for shipping. I recently ordered a bra for M109r from US for $19 and payed $34 for shipping to Serbia ;)

[@RudinBrodic]

@@MOTOWus There is also a matter of regulations, which are much stricter in Europe. I think that this kind of towing is regulated in Serbia as additional vehicle, because it has a wheel on the ground, so it must be registered separately with a "third plate", as we call it. So, by "start selling in Serbia" I meant the full legal paperwork to be done, (registration, atests, etc.) for my country, so I can legaly use it in traffic here.

[@justoneperson]

Does it tack the miles on the bike?

[@JonsMotoGarage]

That's a great question, and I'm not sure. Probably depends where the mile tracker sensor thing is (front or back wheel). Now I wanna know! Hahaha!

[@MOTOWus]

Digital odometers don’t register if the ignition is off. We don’t have experience with analog odometers. Good question thanks for asking!

[@justoneperson]

MOTOW cool! Thanks for the response.

[@halkench]

@@MOTOWus Why tow backwards? I would think front wheel up would be better, especially if you have a big windshield.

[@MOTOWus]

It’s safe for the drive shaft, and pivots 150 degrees. Bike free rolls on the front wheel.

[@davehowie03]

Could this safely haul a Dyna?

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Personally, if I didn't have a truck or trailer available, I would feel ok hauling my dyna a few miles to the shop if I had to. Not sure if I would do a long trip or not. I haven't put it extensively to the test yet.

[@davehowie03]

Thanks much.

[@Darkwingduck94]

Yeah not going to trust a 30k bike to this not to mention u wear out your front tire of the bike this way without rideing it

[@phil2559]

Have you ever tried a F6b Honda?

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Yeah, one of my favorite cruisers. 💯👌

[@phil2559]

@@JonsMotoGarage sorry I mean used a motow with a F6b ? I have a truck camper and was looking for a easy way to tow mine.

[@JonsMotoGarage]

@@phil2559 gotcha. Never tried it with the f6b.

[@Truth_Spoken]

Terrible idea. I wouldn’t trust cars behind me to see there’s a bike in the middle first of all.

[@MrYehudam]

It’s a crazy price tag bro... they need to cut

[@jrgarcia2756]

Sheet metal fabrication

[@zacknicley8150]

Ok, this is going to be a weird one. Watch this video beginning right at the 27:00 mark. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mHnEcpeqaJ18ock I remember from watching Mystery Science Theater how they towed a motorcycle in this old movie.

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Dang! You found a needle in a hay stack with that clip! Lol. Nice! According to MoTow, they checked with tire manufactures to verify that it wouldn't be harmful to the tire having it go in reverse. For me, it would be an ideal solution for short hauls. For example, I've had my dyna break down a few times while out practicing wheelies just a few miles from the house. Now that I don't have my truck, this would be perfect for getting me out of some pickles.

[@franco804]

Love your channel and vids bro, but I wouldn't even tow my bicycle on that thing.

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Hahaha!

[@monkey875]

To expensive men

[@discount_ChadKroeger]

yee first

[@juntjoonunya9216]

Don't forget to remove the odometer

[@christopherdevries1969]

Putting the front tire on the device makes more sense to me? 🤔

[@DanielRodriguez-nx9lq]

will wear out your chain, sprockets, and trans.

[@christopherdevries1969]

Daniel Rodriguez that makes sense 👍

[@MOTOWus]

@@DanielRodriguez-nx9lq On the contrary how can they wear out when they’re not moving? The only moving part is the front wheel.

[@MOTOWus]

On the contrary how can they wear out when they’re not moving? The only moving part is the front wheel.

[@rockykane633]

That is terrible I say no