I have a 2023 V4S that I need to get the track. Although plenty of riders have valid experience and recommendations many friends and most forums are favoring the PitBull Trailer restraint system. Has anyone ever installed one on an aluminum trailer? I would think that there should be an additional plate below the floor to make sure it doesn't rip through the light, but not that strong aluminum. Please comment etc. Thank you!
Aluma MC 1 trailer, tiedown help!
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Photos of the trailer and location that you want to install the TRS would help
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Pitbull sells plates you can place underside when mounting to a corrugated floor to give it more strength.
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When installing the Pit Bull Trailer Restraint into a corrugated floor, these oversized double-hole steel plates are convenient to provide a larger surface area than our normal washers. They are sold
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Thanks for posting. I am trying to figure out how to use the Pit Bull mount on my Kendon Trailer. Not sure I want to try my own idea of mounting the bikes backwards or use the folding trailer section.
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I have a new Kendon trailer arriving in a week or so. Please post your progress with the Pit Bull TRS as I also want to install one if possible.
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I don’t know how big the trailer is you’re talking about, but you want to keep as much weight forward of the trailer’s axle for stability.
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^ I concur. The folding design of the Kendon Trailer doesn't give me comfort for mounting the Pit Bull rear axle base plate on the rear. It's a handy trailer for sure but with a traditional front axle and tie down arrangement. For the price ($3800) it is a good value and with adventure bikes and dirt bikes it is awesome. Just perplexing for the sportbikes.
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I have the Aluma trailer (trike version) and mounted Pitbull plates to carry two bikes. I had the same impression as you - the aluminum floor is likely not strong enough for mounting the plates without reinforcement on the underside. I think Pitbull recommends minimum thickness for aluminum flooring of 1/4”. I used 1/4” aluminum bar stock iirc to reinforce. PM me if you want pictures.
Pitbull sells plates you can place underside when mounting to a corrugated floor to give it more strength.
Pit Bull - Trailer Restraint Accessory - Oversized Washer Replacement
When installing the Pit Bull Trailer Restraint into a corrugated floor, these oversized double-hole steel plates are convenient to provide a larger surface area than our normal washers. They are sold
I don’t think the Pitbull reinforcing plates will work with the Aluma trailer because there are cross beams (or slats) under the floor.
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I purchased a Canyon Chaser strap for the front end and Cycle Cinch for the rear until I can come up with a solution for mounting the PitBull TRS base plate securely to the aluminum deck. Going to test those this weekend.
^ I concur. The folding design of the Kendon Trailer doesn't give me comfort for mounting the Pit Bull rear axle base plate on the rear. It's a handy trailer for sure but with a traditional front axle and tie down arrangement. For the price ($3800) it is a good value and with adventure bikes and dirt bikes it is awesome. Just perplexing for the sportbikes.
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I purchased a Canyon Chaser strap for the front end and Cycle Cinch for the rear until I can come up with a solution for mounting the PitBull TRS base plate securely to the aluminum deck. Going to test those this weekend.
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I don't know if that's really the most economical way to transport one bike. You'd be better off to chuck it into the bed of the truck you're towing that thing with.
I don't get these high dollar aluminium exposed trailers. It seems like an enclosed trailer of similar footprint would offer MUCH more protection and be way cheaper.
I don't get these high dollar aluminium exposed trailers. It seems like an enclosed trailer of similar footprint would offer MUCH more protection and be way cheaper.
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My Aluma trailer was like $3500
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That's pretty high for a non-enclosed trailer. I paid less for a 5' x 8' enclosed trailer with a ramp door. Aluminium isn't the most economical material for trailer construction, especially the floor. Maybe if you had a weight problem you were trying to get around it would make sense.
To tow a single motorcycle in an exposed trailer, you could spend $1,400.
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The advantage of an exposed trailer vs a box is fuel economy and weight, but some of that depends on frontal area and the vehicle you're towing with. A Ford F-150 would be less affected than say a Ford Edge by frontal area of the thing being towed due to the size of the vehicle.
At this point, I'm thinking some ramps and a 6' 1/2' bed on a F-150 (or similar) would be the best solution. I'd save the trailer for towing more than one bike.I have to pay to store a trailer, so there's even more value lost in owning a non-folding trailer.
To tow a single motorcycle in an exposed trailer, you could spend $1,400.
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The advantage of an exposed trailer vs a box is fuel economy and weight, but some of that depends on frontal area and the vehicle you're towing with. A Ford F-150 would be less affected than say a Ford Edge by frontal area of the thing being towed due to the size of the vehicle.
At this point, I'm thinking some ramps and a 6' 1/2' bed on a F-150 (or similar) would be the best solution. I'd save the trailer for towing more than one bike.I have to pay to store a trailer, so there's even more value lost in owning a non-folding trailer.
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That begs more questions. Towing it with what and with what load on the trailer? I could tell a difference between towing with a U-Haul motorcycle trailer and a 5' x 8" box trailer with a mid-size SUV. There was significantly more air drag with the box trailer. But, the bike was more protected and secure. Granted the U-Haul trailer is heavy for what it is, since it's galvanized steel. With the aluminum, I think you're paying for a more expensive material and tig welded construction.
At this point, I'm looking for the most economical way to transport a bike for a track day. Ramps into a truck bed seems like a winner so far. If a thief is absolutely committed, then c'est la vie. It's insured.
At this point, I'm looking for the most economical way to transport a bike for a track day. Ramps into a truck bed seems like a winner so far. If a thief is absolutely committed, then c'est la vie. It's insured.
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My decision to go with a Kendon folding Stand-Up trailer ($3,500) was strictly based on the limited tow capacity (1500lbs) of the small size SUV I currently own as well as my HOA does not allow trailers to be stored in the driveway. Cheaper option would have been a MotoTote Hitch Carrier or similar but was concerned about limited tongue weight. Would have preferred the security and extra storage of an enclosed trailer but with prices on used trucks remaining on the high side, I'd rather spend the $ on a dedicated track bike.
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I was eyeing this as a possible budget and storage friendly single bike towing option.
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I wouldn't use the PitBull with the Aluma trailer. The bracing underneath won't allow much reinforcement.
Besides the Condor works great and you can even have the quick release plate mounted. Just drill it thru the L Brackets underneath.
Besides the Condor works great and you can even have the quick release plate mounted. Just drill it thru the L Brackets underneath.
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