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I'm wanting to buy a folding aluminum ramp for loading my bike into my truck. I can't seem to be able to find guidance on the optimum length. Truck is a 2019 GMC AT4 1/2 ton which sits 2" taller than a standard GM 4x4.
I see a lot of 7.5' ramps out there but I believe they will be too short making for a very steep approach angle. I'm thinking 9', 9.5' or 10', however, 9.5' and 10' folding ramps are hard to find at a reasonable price. I'm not wanting to spend much more than $100. Harbor Freight has some nice ones but they're only 7.5'.The tailgate height of my truck is 38.5". A ramp that is about 15" wide would be fine but I could live with any width if the price is right.
If you have a link to something that you feel would fit my needs I would be very grateful. TIA.
I see a lot of 7.5' ramps out there but I believe they will be too short making for a very steep approach angle. I'm thinking 9', 9.5' or 10', however, 9.5' and 10' folding ramps are hard to find at a reasonable price. I'm not wanting to spend much more than $100. Harbor Freight has some nice ones but they're only 7.5'.The tailgate height of my truck is 38.5". A ramp that is about 15" wide would be fine but I could live with any width if the price is right.
If you have a link to something that you feel would fit my needs I would be very grateful. TIA.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/7-5-Heavy-Duty-Aluminum-Motorcycle-Arched-Truc…
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On the lighter side, my 28 year old son son is VERY much against me giving up my 30+ year old wooden ramp as he says it has sentimental value as it's older than he is and proudly displays 30+ years of Moto markings, stains, cracks, gouges, etc.! It shows it's age well, much better than I.....
To load and unload on a flat surface I usually kick my stand next the ramp and push it up/ unload it.
I'm 33 but I am not shy to ask for help getting my bike in the back. Pushing a 250 pound 450 up a ramp solo sucks after riding motos all day.
I do quick practice days after work. Iv'e been thinking about a hitch carrier to make my life easier. That way loading and unloading is super easy. Plus I can stop by the car wash after riding and just power wash the bike right where it sits on the back of the truck.
well played zippy, well played.
1. My truck spends 75% of it's life off road as I work in the upstream oil and gas industry. We drive dirt roads all day long.
2. My truck is NOT "lifted" nor does it have "big tires". My truck came from the factory with a stance 2" higher than standard 4x4 models. GM calls it a 2" lift but it's not, it's OEM delivered heigth. Realizing "big tires" is a very subjective term, I don't think many people would consider my stock, OEM 33" tires to be "big".
As delivered from the factory is depicted below to make my point. I will be adding a 2" front leveling kit and 35" tires when the OEM tires need replacing. I'll only be doing this to compensate for my rather smallish man member...
Go away and stir your shit up somewhere else.
Pit Row
https://www.ebay.com/p/2006897512
I should add, as long as you don't ride your bike up the ramp it's more than strong enough, I think it's rated for 400lbs. Riding your bike up will cause twisting which will cause problems.
Works great and folds so not too cumbersome.
They have many options. Quality product.
https://www.titanramps.com/vehicle-ramps/motorcycle-ramps/10-foot-wide-…
(Do NOT by harbor freight ramps if you don't want your tailgate plastic all chewed up.
https://www.harborfreight.com/2-piece-steel-loading-ramps-44649.html
Had mine for 15 years of faithful service and swear by it, and it is super versatile.
Only reason i dont lift mine is for dirtbike reasons. Last thing i want after a long day is to push 2 bikes up an extra 6”+
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