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motokawi818
9/15/2018 2:28pm
9/15/2018 2:28pm
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9/21/2018 8:39am
So I’m living in California and looking to safe some gas money I’ve downsized from a truck to a Prius. So I’m trying to figure out the best way to haul my bike. I’d like to use one of the haulers on the hitch, but all the hitch’s I’ve seen online are only class 1 and have a hitch weight of 200 lbs. Is it possible to mount a class 3 or somehow brace the class 1? Has anyone tried this with any success? I’d imagine it’s similar for other cars and not unique to a Prius. Thanks
Where in California are you now?
The Shop
I'd personally go with a small trailer without hesitation, but if you go the other route please make a build thread because i love creative DIY shit like this.
Good luck dude!
Ours is just simple plywood on frame w/ single axle. Can put 1 bike in the middle or 2 bikes which we currently have setup. Was being pulled by a 94 then a 98 honda civic for hours at a time with no issues.
As far rear suspension, I'd try to find either stiffer springs or HD shocks and swap those out as well.
https://theusatrailerstore.com/ace-single-motorcycle-trailer/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIv5esio6-3QIVCz9pCh2GAgwoEAQYAiABEgI6BvD_BwE
Something like this would be the hot ticket. Find a used one on Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace.
Pit Row
A single rail trailer would work great though.
Since your closest track is DT-1 in Tulare, I'll likely see you there. I have met several guys from Fresno and Clovis that ride at that track, so in time you might be able to buddy up and not use the Prius all that often.
I waited until my warranty period expired and then put a class 1 hitch on the car.
2016 Mazda 3
He thought it was pretty funny and said now he had seen it all.
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