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Old 01-17-2015, 05:15 PM   #1
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Loading a harley

Anybody out there use a aluminum foldable ramp. To help on the angle on the toy hauler ramp door. I want to load a harley and not knock off the tail pipes.
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Old 01-17-2015, 07:05 PM   #2
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I don't use them on a toy hauler, but I have used them for loading my v-star onto an ATV trailer. They work great, just remember your going to be a bit higher off the ground so you can't just put a foot down. I almost dropped mine once, after that I learned to line up, commit, and go.
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Old 01-17-2015, 10:31 PM   #3
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Lay a 2x6 under the ground edge of the ramp door to give you a little more lift/angle relief. As you approach that critical point entering the box slide another 2x6 infront of your rear tire and get on that before you bottom out.
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Old 01-18-2015, 05:44 AM   #4
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Loading a Harley

I extend the front of the rv as high as possible when loading and unloading. My bike isn't low as it's a dresser. Good luck
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Old 01-18-2015, 06:20 AM   #5
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After a lots of experimentation, none of it particularly safe when loading a really heavy Ultra, I opted for a custom set of Race Ramps. They change the normal gate angle from 22 degrees to 12 degrees and give me positive footing all throughout the process. Not cheap, and they are fairly large, but I can still fit two full size bikes with the ramps in my 371 garage. And you can't put a price on not breaking bones and damaging expensive bikes.
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Old 01-18-2015, 06:22 PM   #6
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After a lots of experimentation, none of it particularly safe when loading a really heavy Ultra, I opted for a custom set of Race Ramps. They change the normal gate angle from 22 degrees to 12 degrees and give me positive footing all throughout the process. Not cheap, and they are fairly large, but I can still fit two full size bikes with the ramps in my 371 garage. And you can't put a price on not breaking bones and damaging expensive bikes.
Can you tell me where you got your ramps and what model.
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Old 01-18-2015, 07:30 PM   #7
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I ordered them directly from Race Ramps. They were a custom set. If you go to their web site you'll find directions on how to custom order. I'll look for the dimensions I ordered, but you'll want to do some measuring and figure out what works best for you. Also, I ordered the pair to ensure I had sufficient width to get both feet down. I just strap them side by side and they stay perfectly in place.

http://www.raceramps.com/custom-trailer-ramp.aspx
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Old 01-19-2015, 05:32 AM   #8
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I have a set of ramps that I used for my old trailer, pre "Dove tail". I'd back the truck rear tires up on the ramps to get the nose way up. That way the ramp angle was considerably less. With the new trailer there is no need. Course mine is a Goldwing also.
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Old 01-19-2015, 04:48 PM   #9
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I made an extra ramp out of 2x4s and plywood. The ramp door on the 325SRX Toy Hauler is too steep to load a Honda Goldwing.

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http://www.bobbystuff.com/RV/index.p...a-loading-ramp

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Old 01-19-2015, 06:59 PM   #10
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I load my street glide with the toyhauler level and it clears with no issue. I guess the heights are different
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Old 01-21-2015, 11:53 PM   #11
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After a lots of experimentation, none of it particularly safe when loading a really heavy Ultra, I opted for a custom set of Race Ramps. They change the normal gate angle from 22 degrees to 12 degrees and give me positive footing all throughout the process. Not cheap, and they are fairly large, but I can still fit two full size bikes with the ramps in my 371 garage. And you can't put a price on not breaking bones and damaging expensive bikes.
Bill.....Would you elaborate on some of the issues or concerns you had with loading you motorcycle. I have the same bike and have recently purchased a 2015 Fuzion 325 and have yet to load the bike into the garage. I'm not nervous but if I can learn a few tips.....tricks.....and things NOT to do before my first attempt that would certainly be to my advantage.
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Old 01-22-2015, 04:17 AM   #12
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Sure. To be clear about my post, I bought the ramps when I had my previous toy hauler, which was a Coachmen 301BLDS. The ramp mounted to the RV at the same height as my Fuzion, but was shorter, so the ramp angle was steeper and the bike would bottom out at the top of the ramp. I also didn't like not being able to touch down with my feet at the bottom of the ramp, so I ordered the Race Ramps to change the ramp angle.

With the Fuzion, I don't have the issue with the bike bottoming out at the top of the ramp, but still have the issue where I can't touch down with my at the bottom. Not a huge issue when loading, but it can be when you're rolling backwards when unloading, especially with a heavy bike. The ramps allow me to have positive control of the bike throughout the process.

Also. if you have a center stand on the bike, take it off. That's guaranteed to bottom out and make you drop the bike when loading.
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Old 01-25-2015, 04:28 AM   #13
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Does anyone load or unload with the trailer unhooked from the truck? Sorry for the stupid question.
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Old 01-25-2015, 06:51 AM   #14
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Does anyone load or unload with the trailer unhooked from the truck? Sorry for the stupid question.
It's not a "stupid question". I have a 18' flatbed trailer to haul my farm tractor and a snowmobile trailer to haul our two snowmobiles. I would never consider loading the tractor onto the flatbed if it were not hitched to the truck. As soon as the tractor wheels hit the ramp, the tongue would be "sky high". I can unload the snowmobiles from the trailer (from the front) but can not drive them onto the trailer from the rear for the same reason.

You didn't say how big your trailer is nor did you say what you were loading and whether it was a "side loading toyhauler" with the garage in the front or if it is a "rear loading toyhauler" with the garage ramp in the back. It looks like you have a Carbon 325, but in answering your question, it would have a different answer depending on the trailer configuration. It's not a "one size fits all" type of answer. With a rear ramp garage, I wouldn't think you'd need to be "overly cautious" if loading a couple of 125cc dirt bikes, but if you were loading a 2000 lb UTV, you might want to start by hitching the truck AND making sure you've chocked the trailer wheels. If your trailer has a tendency to "push forward" when you're loading, another consideration is to take your tow vehicle out of PARK (to protect the parking pin) and put it in NEUTRAL and set the parking brake.
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Old 01-25-2015, 08:08 AM   #15
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Interesting, My Fuzion 302 with a Ultra Limited has never been a problem...
I guess they all have a different ramp angle.
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Old 01-25-2015, 05:24 PM   #16
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My Fuzion has a beavertail which decreases the approach angle.
Today I loaded 2 Ultras with no problem. I do raise the front of the 5th wheel which further decreases the angle. When unloading, put the bike in 1st gear and use the clutch to help control your speed in addition to your front brake. There is only about a second when I can't touch the ground at the bottom of the ramp.
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Old 01-26-2015, 07:34 AM   #17
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Interesting, My Fuzion 302 with a Ultra Limited has never been a problem...
I guess they all have a different ramp angle.
Have you always loaded your bike to one side rather than in the center of your trailer? I have always loaded my Goldwing centered but with this trailer the door creases in the center and has been replaced 2 times for it. How does the trailer handle that weight not centered?
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Old 01-26-2015, 07:41 AM   #18
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The ramp on my 325SRX is also creased down the center. I am having it looked at under warranty. No response yet on whether it is a problem or will be replaced.


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Old 01-30-2015, 05:08 AM   #19
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325SRX ramp is rated for 1600lb

Garage weight is 1000lbs total.
When I loaded my K1200LT I lifted trailer ( still attacked to pin) up until just a tiny air gap at 5th plate. This is a low bike and loaded without issue.

After weighing axle ends , I no longer trailers LT, I use my lighter Concours or FJR.

(sorry about caps, just now noticed)

IMO and fully dressed GW. Or HD. Is overloading the pass side rear on a 325SRX

After one 3000mile trip with the LT I experienced a bad wear pattern at rear axle although it pulled fine.
With LT loaded and no water tanks full was right at max GVWR of trailer loaded for the road and over the axle on rear(trailer) by about 250lb all on one side
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Old 01-30-2015, 05:09 AM   #20
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If you are riding up ramp at speed that will do it. If crawling slowly up it should not happen
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