Ratchet Tie-down Tips for ratchet straps
Posted on February 3, 2010 - Filed Under Ratchet Strap, Ratchet Tie Down |
Motorcycle Ratchet Tie-down Tips for ratchet straps should form a 45-degree angle between the bike and floor, consequently the lower on the bike that the ratchet straps are the closer to the bike the floor tie-downs can be and still be secure. When towing two or three motorcycles recommend the use of extension tie-down brackets to achieve this angle on the outside ratchet straps. Do NOT tie-down handlebars if they are rubber mounted or not firmly attached to the front end. Do NOT use rear bag guards to tie-down the motorcycle. They will be pulled right off of the bike. Never put a cover on your motorcycle when towing it on an open trailer. Grit and tiny movements of the cover will “sand” the paint right off of your motorcycle. Don’t go for the “cheapest” straps when securing your motorcycle. The price to repair your bike will be far greater than the money saved buying economy straps. Step By Step Motorcycle Tie-down Procedure Locate and attach ratchet straps to the eyebolts on the trailer. Place back straps in a position where they can be reached from the seat of the motorcycle. If you are loading two dressers and the handlebars or fairings appear to conflict try reversing one of the bikes positions on the trailer. Start and warm up the motorcycle then ride or walk it onto the trailer. Insure that the bike is straight in the rail / wheel chock and then while still on the bike attach the rear ratchet tie-down straps and tighten until the bike is firmly in place . Get off the bike and attach the front ratchet tie-down straps so that the bike is firmly in place. When you are finished the bike should be completely upright and straight. Shaking the bike should only cause trailer motion and very little bike movement.
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