Motorcycle Hitch Carrier Setup & Experience

[CavRider]

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[Tedmister2]

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Wasn’t that the original British way?

 

[Al_V]

Wasn’t that the original British way?

I suppose it is the original way of all...

 

[artificial_airspeed]

Wow I didn’t expect this thread to take off! Good to see so many other motorcycle fans with Lightning’s. This rack setup works really well with a Heavy Duty drop hitch. I lowered the rack by 7 inches with plenty of ground/departure angle clearance. This makes it much easier to load and unload at body height rather than head level.

It’s worth mentioning that I also have a 5x8 utility trailer to haul my Tiger 900 and dad’s Speed 400 when feasible. I prefer the trailer experience for 2 bikes or longer trips. The hitch rack setup is great for shorter weekender trips. If you have a heavier bike, trailer is likely the option for most. Bikes around 350lbs ride much more confidently on a rack.

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