Dual Sport Trailer assembly thread - Page 28

Wlfman · 10-25-2011, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by MrBracket

I did get the shocks in today!

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Originally Posted by MrBracket

The wheels came in today via UPS!!!

Hope to make some good progress next week on the trailers. Been building welding fixtures and collecting materials....

ben2go · 10-25-2011, 07:42 PM

Sweet wheels and shocks.Are you going to replace those tire with DOT approved tires?

MrBracket · 10-25-2011, 09:17 PM

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Originally Posted by ben2go

Sweet wheels and shocks.Are you going to replace those tire with DOT approved tires?

No, i may offer a DOT tire in the future.

subybaja · 10-26-2011, 02:06 PM

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DOT approved tires

I'll bet that they're WAY under-loaded compared to that wheel's original application. Undriven with no brake, they'll probably rot off before they wear out!

Wlfman · 10-26-2011, 02:12 PM

Mr Bracket

How long is the rod you are using to go thru the axle for that style mounting? I'm trying to see if I can make it a Dual Purpose Dual Sport Trailer. My street bike has a hollow axle so if I can use it on both

duanew1 · 10-26-2011, 05:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Wlfman

Mr Bracket

How long is the rod you are using to go thru the axle for that style mounting? I'm trying to see if I can make it a Dual Purpose Dual Purpose Trailer. My street bike has a hollow axle so if I can use it on both

This was my intention when I was designing mine that I never made. I know that the axle on my Z1000 is at least an inch wider than my dual sport (WR250R). I was thinking that I was going to have to make two mounting hitches to switch between. I wish that I had a spare $500 laying around. I would have purchased a prototype.

MrBracket · 10-26-2011, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Wlfman

Mr Bracket

How long is the rod you are using to go thru the axle for that style mounting? I'm trying to see if I can make it a Dual Purpose Dual Purpose Trailer. My street bike has a hollow axle so if I can use it on both

The rod is 3/8" in Diameter and the axle needs to be between 10-1/2" to 11-1/2" overall length. I may make other sizes in the future, but that width fits many common dual sport bikes.... DR650, DRZ400, KLR650 (with special hitch), many KTM's, newer Husabergs, WR250R/X....

Wlfman · 10-27-2011, 05:06 AM

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Originally Posted by MrBracket

The rod is 3/8" in Diameter and the axle needs to be between 10-1/2" to 11-1/2" overall length. I may make other sizes in the future, but that width fits many common dual sport bikes.... DR650, DRZ400, KLR650 (with special hitch), many KTM's, newer Husabergs, WR250R/X....

OK. My street bike axle is about 13"

Cant wait to get this thing

MotoBoss · 10-27-2011, 05:47 AM

MrBracket you need to put your website link in your sig line for easy access and add all the video's...............................just say'n

How 'bout falling over. Have you "crash" tested the connections yet? Riding two track and falling are pretty common and I wonder how the connection at the motorcycle hold up through repeated (several) dumps.

MrBracket · 10-27-2011, 09:50 AM

Honestly, I have not crash tested it.. Crashing is one of those things we all want to avoid, especially after we add custom components to our bikes. But we all accept the fact that it is going to happen, we just don't know when or how. I really don't know how I'd "crash test" the trailer?? Most of my crashes were different..

Just like pulling a trailer with an automobile, you need to be more aware while driving. You need to allow extra time for stopping and take turns a bit wider. Just like adding bags and racks to your bike, crashing with a trailer may result in a bit of a "yardsale".... It all depends on the crash. Of course, if anyones trailer was to get damaged, I would be fair in helping to get it repared and back on the trail.

rw4x4van · 10-27-2011, 11:52 AM

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Originally Posted by MrBracket

Honestly, I have not crash tested it.. Crashing is one of those things we all want to avoid, especially after we add custom components to our bikes. But we all accept the fact that it is going to happen, we just don't know when or how. I really don't know how I'd "crash test" the trailer?? Most of my crashes were different..

Just like pulling a trailer with an automobile, you need to be more aware while driving. You need to allow extra time for stopping and take turns a bit wider. Just like adding bags and racks to your bike, crashing with a trailer may result in a bit of a "yardsale".... It all depends on the crash. Of course, if anyones trailer was to get damaged, I would be fair in helping to get it repared and back on the trail.

Nice Job

What wheel are you using now....

MrBracket · 10-27-2011, 07:41 PM

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Originally Posted by rw4x4van

Nice Job

What wheel are you using now....

They are pictured a few posts back. They are a 14" motorcycle wheel. The tire is 2.5" wide.

mpanther · 10-27-2011, 10:15 PM

I think by "crash test" he is asking, have you dropped your bike or fallen over while riding off road?

rw4x4van · 10-28-2011, 07:33 AM

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Originally Posted by MrBracket

They are pictured a few posts back. They are a 14" motorcycle wheel. The tire is 2.5" wide.

Thanks......lookin' forward to the progress

bete · 10-28-2011, 08:03 AM

Didnt see prices on your web page, and to lazy to read all the post. Do you have a price list? Thanks, and PS; this a great idea. bete.

10-26-2011, 02:12 PM	#410
Wlfman Studly Adventurer Joined: Sep 2011 Location: Roaming Oddometer: 869	Mr Bracket How long is the rod you are using to go thru the axle for that style mounting? I'm trying to see if I can make it a Dual Purpose Dual Sport Trailer. My street bike has a hollow axle so if I can use it on both __________________ Those who say it cannot be done should not interrupt the people who are doing it." "Now and then it's good to pause in our pursuit of happiness and JUST BE HAPPY." Wlfman screwed with this post 10-26-2011 at 07:23 PM

10-27-2011, 05:47 AM	#414
MotoBoss Tundra Thumper Joined: Apr 2009 Location: Mid South Indiana Oddometer: 2,226	MrBracket you need to put your website link in your sig line for easy access and add all the video's...............................just say'n How 'bout falling over. Have you "crash" tested the connections yet? Riding two track and falling are pretty common and I wonder how the connection at the motorcycle hold up through repeated (several) dumps. __________________ DONATE TO ADVRider sidestandup.com ridedualsport.com motoboss-terlingua-bound.blogspot.com MSF Rider Coach-Rider's Edge Instructor-Track Coach MotoBoss screwed with this post 10-27-2011 at 05:52 AM

10-27-2011, 09:50 AM	#415
MrBracket Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Aug 2009 Location: Springfield, Oregon Oddometer: 231	Honestly, I have not crash tested it.. Crashing is one of those things we all want to avoid, especially after we add custom components to our bikes. But we all accept the fact that it is going to happen, we just don't know when or how. I really don't know how I'd "crash test" the trailer?? Most of my crashes were different.. Just like pulling a trailer with an automobile, you need to be more aware while driving. You need to allow extra time for stopping and take turns a bit wider. Just like adding bags and racks to your bike, crashing with a trailer may result in a bit of a "yardsale".... It all depends on the crash. Of course, if anyones trailer was to get damaged, I would be fair in helping to get it repared and back on the trail. __________________ You've got a friend in the Bracket Business! http://www.moto-mule.com http://www.facebook.com/MotoMule 2010 Husaberg FX450 - Currently set up as a Super Moto. 2011 Husaberg FS570 - My version of an Adventure Bike! 1994 Yamaha TW200 - Just plain fun!

10-27-2011, 10:15 PM	#418
mpanther KotW - Just Ride! Joined: Apr 2008 Location: Las Wages Oddometer: 1,037	I think by "crash test" he is asking, have you dropped your bike or fallen over while riding off road? __________________ Peace in your heart & Light on your soul. >^..^< adÂ·venÂ·ture n. 1. Participation in exciting or hazardous experiences. 2. An undertaking of a questionable nature. 3. An undertaking of a hazardous nature. '83 GL650swi "My Little Grey Lady" '86 LS650 Milady's bike

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10-28-2011, 08:03 AM	#420
bete Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Mar 2008 Location: kansas Flint Hills Oddometer: 427	Didnt see prices on your web page, and to lazy to read all the post. Do you have a price list? Thanks, and PS; this a great idea. bete.