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Old 08-22-2009, 06:01 PM   #1
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Default 'Undertaker Motorcycle trailer' ?

first off, hope this isn't a repost.....

any of you guys ever heard, seen or first hand knowledge of this product?

looks pretty interesting, except for the fact of added wear on rear tire,
especially for limited storage of a full/conventional trailer.

http://undertakermts.com/index.php
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Old 08-22-2009, 06:04 PM   #2
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first off, hope this isn't a repost.....

any of you guys ever heard, seen or first hand knowledge of this product?

looks pretty interesting, except for the fact of added wear on rear tire,
especially for limited storage of a full/conventional trailer.

http://undertakermts.com/index.php
fuck that. rear tires go fast enough... and don't need the extra wear on my sprocket and chain either... (granted with them not producing the power it's not as drastic... but still some wear and tear)
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Old 08-22-2009, 06:10 PM   #3
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hear ya,
didn't even think about chain & sprockets.
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Old 08-22-2009, 06:35 PM   #4
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Constant Mesh Transmission....

This is not a new idea by any means. I've seen this type of trailering solution since the 80s and it may be older than that! The problem has been the CMT and the fact that your tranny is spinning without the oil being pumped by the engine to keep it cool and lubricated. I am not an expert by any means but this is what has been explained to me in the past. You're best bet in this situation is to break your chain and bring a $4 master link and tools with you wherever you are going if you must transport this way. FWIW I saw an ad for a 4X6 beaver tail trailer for $359 a few weeks ago...
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Old 08-22-2009, 09:43 PM   #5
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Must be for the Harley guys to rack up miles from the comfort of their trucks.


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Old 08-22-2009, 09:52 PM   #6
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FWIW I saw an ad for a 4X6 beaver tail trailer for $359 a few weeks ago...
A decent single bike trailer can be had around here for $200
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Old 08-22-2009, 10:54 PM   #7
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Haha i look at the pics and thought Maybe $50-60

HOLY HELL! $329
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Haha i look at the pics and thought Maybe $50-60

HOLY HELL! $329
Heck, I'm gonna check Harbor Freight and EBay... it wouldn't surprise me if someone isn't making these for under $100! $10-20 worth of steel, a couple straps, some paint....
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Old 08-23-2009, 01:11 AM   #9
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Heck, I'm gonna check Harbor Freight and EBay... it wouldn't surprise me if someone isn't making these for under $100! $10-20 worth of steel, a couple straps, some paint....
But they dont have the super cool name

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Old 08-23-2009, 10:06 AM   #10
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Doesn't that defeat the purpose of the trailer. The trailer is to reduce wear and tear on tires, chain, sprocket, bearings, shock etc, so you can ride at the track.

There is no other reason a bike should be on a trailer, ever.
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