How much sway (right and left) does the bike get in an enclosed or flatbed trailer? Trying to see how close to the wall my Yami FJR1300 can be with this set up.
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None.. That's the beauty of it. Tripod. Side latched keep it centered along with chock and strap
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2-3 inches, depending on the setup, we don't garrentee anything without custom install, 2-3 on both sides we cannot guarantee without custom install. Hope that helps. Gene
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Hey I have a enclosed trailer 6x14, I have 12" of clearance on the handlebars L&R; so I'm good, I'm not sure how much sway you will have but I'm thinking something like 3" maybe up to 5" sorry I can't help more.
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It does not stabilize the bike as the connection to the trailer allows a swivel effect. Better to learn bicycle riding first. You may want to consider a 3 wheel bike for that stabilization.
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I have found it very easy to load and unload. I have 2 bikes that fit nicely. I found that with a couple of extra jacks and some beefing up of the ramps it becomes very stable and stress free. Although that size of bike would take up the whole trailer and not have room for anything else.
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No it will not tip over. The trailer has a wide stance and the way to attaches to the bike will allow it to twist and move. My bike I have it attached to fell off its kickstand and the trailer was fine. Hope this helps.
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Depends where the wobble is... If it is at the top then I would say that it is normal. If it at the hitch then I would check to make sure everything is tight espically if you are using the 2" receiver adapter. I have the same one and drove 400 miles in one day with 4 bikes on it and nothing bad happened.
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John all I can tell you that the hitch connects to the side of the bike frame and if installed properly you shyould not have any problems. The hitch I found is user friendly, and the trailer is of excellent quality. I use the trailer almost on a daily basis.
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The chains lock the ball to the coupler through the triangular plate fastened to the bottom of the ball shaft. If the chains aren't connected, I think the brake material will keep the ball from rotating, but won't keep the trailer coupler from rotating on the ball, so you will probably get no sway control at all unless the chains are hooked up. You probably wouldn't have to tighten them nearly as much as you'd need to for weight distribution, though.
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I'm with jerrym. I hauled two bikes from west coast to east coast with no problems at all. Just be careful when you install it. If you tighten the u-bolts to tight it "crushes" the thin bumper just enough so you can't get the stinky slinky in/out. By the way, I have a mountain bike and a hybrid bike.
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I would think you would benefit. We pulled a 17' Casita (travel trailer) and pulled threw some high winds and I believe it was because we had the extra security of the anti-sway bar. If safety is what your looking for, I would suggest it.
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The item doesn't directly support the weight. The adjustable friction allows it to adjust very high to stop sway. Could be used for very lage trailers. Mine is 8000 lbs and it works good.
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I feel better about having a front basket. rear baskets can make you feel like you will fall over if anything back there shifts. I personally love the wald 157 bike basket, its huge. not for suspension bikes though
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No swaying for me. I have two adult bikes and three child bikes. I put one child bike on the front side closest to the car (Honda Pilot) and the remaining four bikes on the back sides. I alternate adult, child, adult, child. I have driven 1000's of miles and never had a problem.
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I carried my sportster 1200 at around 600 lbs and it bent the platform and the front tire bracket. Maybe I didn't have it set up right, but I will not be putting a heavy street bike back in it. Bike stayed secure and it was a 1300 mile trip, but still not worth the risk in my opinion.
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I hang my bikes by the front wheel with the back wheel resting against the wall. The force on the back wheel tends to keep the bike steady, but it would swing if you pushed it hard enough to one side.
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In my experience, the bikes do not sway much. I secure the wheels of all 3 bikes together with a thin piece of rope and that keeps the one closest to the car from rubbing. This carrier is very easy to use.
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I use 2 stabilizers. One goes under the rear bumper, and the other goes under the frame before I extend the slide. Our trailer is a Rockwood, which I believe has a very springy suspension, and these stabilizers seem to help a great deal. I still use the corner stab jacks, but I think I would be just as stable without them.
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I can honestly say that I have had lilt sway even after flooring it. The bikes hold pretty securely & snuggly in the cradles. Especially if there is more than one next to each other there is virtually none. But I would recommend these to tie down the bike in the position closest to the vehicle Saris Wheel Stabililzer Straps (2 Pack) by Saris Saris Bicycle Wheel Stabilizing Straps for Htich and Trunk Rack