Lifted van with dirt bike hitch carrier?
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Gooseberry
Explorer
I have the moto hauler and my hitch is about 4 inches to high so getting the bike on it takes a little work but once on and raised its really up nice and tight to the spare tire.
This link might help you
http://www.sportsmobileforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=10873&hilit=moto+hauler
This link might help you
http://www.sportsmobileforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=10873&hilit=moto+hauler
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Really, a van lifted 4" has a hitch height around the same as a stock F250.
Gooseberry
Explorer
Kinda late but no extender and it's just a moto x hauler
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Teamoatmealpie
Observer
I have the Mx Hauler style too (motojack rack- out of business- same almost)
Works great- also have an extension to clear spare tire- no issues.
Works great- also have an extension to clear spare tire- no issues.
volcomsurfer
Adventurer
How do those MX style ones hold up on trails? Seems like it'd be hard to strap it down super securely.
Teamoatmealpie
Observer
No tie down needed, as you have bolts that run thru the foot pegs that hold the bike. Also since its supported only by the frame there is no bounce of suspension to worry about. Super stable set up- been running this for over 10 years- with no problems.
I have seen rail type hitch haulers wobble and have a handle bar take out the back window on a 4Runner.
I run a ratchet strap over the seat just as extra insurance. But really not needed- non of my buddies do it.
I have seen rail type hitch haulers wobble and have a handle bar take out the back window on a 4Runner.
I run a ratchet strap over the seat just as extra insurance. But really not needed- non of my buddies do it.
Stumpalump
Expedition Leader
Yes it is cumbersome. My XR400 sits high and is heavy. It rolled back on me and the sharp license plate left me needing 5 stitches . You also need to watch out for the rear glass in the doors. Best is to back up to a hill or curb. Sometimes you can back right into a bank and roll it right on. Two people is nice and have your straps ready before you load it. Here is one I built and it's been perfect.
http://www.sportsmobileforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=2687
volcomsurfer
Adventurer
With a 6" lift and 34's I'm not sure how I'd even get it up there. Does it drop down or anything? Can you take a close up picture of how it's connected if it's not too much trouble? The smaller footprint would be great. Making decisions is hard.
I think you're talking about this style. It's a hydraulic bottle jack that drops down and you just wheel the bike right over it then jack it up. No lifting the bike at all, but maybe a bit if your van is really high. They're pricey tho
boardrider247
Weekend warrior anarchist
Are you able to open your back doors (door?) without removing the bike?
volcomsurfer
Adventurer
I was thinking of something maybe with a hand winch to crank it up and down a slide. Have it go up to a rubber stopper and crank it tight for travel. UGH!! I wish I could weld!!!