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Towbar Mounted Motorbike Rack Advice Required
« on: 21 March 2017, 05:00:26 pm »
Hiya fellas,


As per title really. Got my eyes on a couple of nice modded VW T5/6 campervans and looking to drag a bike around with me on a towbar. Has anyone used/got one from Dave Cooper? They seem good value. Any others I've missed which are better. I know most take trailie bikes and can't locate one that would take the Fazer so advice as always appreciated  :thumbup


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Re: Towbar Mounted Motorbike Rack Advice Required
« Reply #1 on: 21 March 2017, 05:31:43 pm »
Tow bars have a maximum "nose weight" of around 80-100KG normally so that may limit you.
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Re: Towbar Mounted Motorbike Rack Advice Required
« Reply #2 on: 22 March 2017, 10:18:53 pm »
I got one for a trials bike, no way would they take the weight of a fazer, they are good but only for light bikes.
I think you would have to use a trailer

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Re: Towbar Mounted Motorbike Rack Advice Required
« Reply #3 on: 22 March 2017, 10:58:25 pm »
Looks like a trailie it is then - would love a Fazer carrier but no way way am I towing anything (used to towing caravans but want freedom on m/way and manoeuvrability).


Cheers anyway fellas.


NOW - which trailie  :D  Looking like a KLX260 or Honda or CRF250. Bit over the recommended 100 Kg towbar limit of 100 odd Kg but sure you can strengthen it for 145Kg.
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Re: Towbar Mounted Motorbike Rack Advice Required
« Reply #4 on: 23 March 2017, 09:57:49 pm »
It's not as simple as strengthening the tow bar, they make your steering feel incredibly light which equates to less grip and possibly greater risk of under steer, aqua planing etc. Obviously the larger the vehicle the less effect they have.

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Re: Towbar Mounted Motorbike Rack Advice Required
« Reply #5 on: 23 March 2017, 10:01:53 pm »
Oh, and they are a bugger to get even lightish bikes on and off. Definitely try before you buy!

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Re: Towbar Mounted Motorbike Rack Advice Required
« Reply #6 on: 23 March 2017, 10:53:59 pm »
Sounds like it would just be easier to buy a van haha

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Re: Towbar Mounted Motorbike Rack Advice Required
« Reply #7 on: 24 March 2017, 10:06:34 pm »
I have a dream and will succeed  :lol


Now......Kwak or Honda ??

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Re: Towbar Mounted Motorbike Rack Advice Required
« Reply #8 on: 26 March 2017, 10:45:56 pm »
You still dreaming frosties?


I had a dave cooper trailer, collapsible one which i towed the boxeye on with my little 3 cylinder skoda fabia.....anyway i know you dont want a trailer but i didnt use mine much, was galvanised, mainly sat in the shed or under the lean to.......rust was coming through when i flogged it.


Ive got my sprinter now (medium wheelbase) & i was dreaming about a bike in the back widthways behind the bulkhead but its surprising how long bikes actually are i couldnt even fit the chopped trx in that way.


Its nuts how heavy that light bikes suddenly seem when trying to get them on trailers and up ramps etc and then strapping them down is a pain in the tits also and then you are always in the mirrors worrying its about to fall off it totally spoils the fun.


I dunno....im with you with the dream but i think the reality is that its a pita and spoils any dreamt fun.
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Re: Towbar Mounted Motorbike Rack Advice Required
« Reply #9 on: 26 March 2017, 11:30:10 pm »
You still dreaming frosties? Oh yes


.....anyway i know you dont want a trailer - nope NOT towing


Ive got my sprinter now (medium wheelbase) & i was dreaming about a bike in the back widthways behind the bulkhead but its surprising how long bikes actually are i couldnt even fit the chopped trx in that way. The allroad/offroad Sprinter will be a beaut when finished. Total go anywhere job :thumbup

I dunno....im with you with the dream but i think the reality is that its a pita and spoils any dreamt fun. THIS DREAM IS HAPPENING  :lol


One way or another Noggy -it's happening. Be it a strengthening rear chassis/uprated springs etc or the bike is beside me in the cab - it's happening  :D
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Re: Towbar Mounted Motorbike Rack Advice Required
« Reply #10 on: 27 March 2017, 08:44:05 am »
Get the Mrs to drive the van and you ride the bike?
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Re: Towbar Mounted Motorbike Rack Advice Required
« Reply #11 on: 27 March 2017, 09:08:59 am »
What's that you say?  You want a towbar for your Fazer???


RED...... you've got a customer.......  :b
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« Reply #12 on: 27 March 2017, 10:30:06 pm »
What's that you say?  You want a towbar for your Fazer???


RED...... you've got a customer.......  :b


I think you've cracked it Harry....I've had it all arse about - TOW THE VW WITH THE FAZER  :think :think
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Re: Towbar Mounted Motorbike Rack Advice Required
« Reply #13 on: 28 March 2017, 08:06:37 am »
You know you want a tow bar for your Fazer..... don't go into denial now.....   ;)
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Re: Towbar Mounted Motorbike Rack Advice Required
« Reply #14 on: 28 March 2017, 10:48:25 am »
Hiya fellas,


As per title really. Got my eyes on a couple of nice modded VW T5/6 campervans and looking to drag a bike around with me on a towbar. Has anyone used/got one from Dave Cooper? They seem good value. Any others I've missed which are better. I know most take trailie bikes and can't locate one that would take the Fazer so advice as always appreciated  :thumbup


http://www.davecooper.co.uk/bike-racks/motorcycle-racks


Bike in the VW and living space in an awning.......

Job done  :D
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Re: Towbar Mounted Motorbike Rack Advice Required
« Reply #15 on: 28 March 2017, 12:55:27 pm »
Hiya fellas,


As per title really. Got my eyes on a couple of nice modded VW T5/6 campervans and looking to drag a bike around with me on a towbar. Has anyone used/got one from Dave Cooper? They seem good value. Any others I've missed which are better. I know most take trailie bikes and can't locate one that would take the Fazer so advice as always appreciated  :thumbup


http://www.davecooper.co.uk/bike-racks/motorcycle-racks


Bike in the VW and living space in an awning.......

Job done  :D


^^^This^^^
But bollocks to the awning, take a sleeping bag and a tent. Problem solved 👍😂