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Scooters - 125 to 300 => People GT 300i => Topic started by: Mike Haynes on July 15, 2015, 09:26:53 PM
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I have been wondering about the best way to transport my People 300 GTi? What are you using and how pleased are you with your method? I have had my scooter for a little over a month. I have nearly 500 miles on it.
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My best way to transport my scooter is ride it,. and the wife follows with the car,. for longer trips a trailer, I got a small trailer from home depot,.on sale, very lite , easy to tow,.
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This is how I do it. Aluminum jet ski trailer with bunks removed and a motorcycle rail bolted down the middle. Nice and light and durable. This is my old People 150 but works just the same with the GT. A drop ramp bolts to the back of the rail for loading and unloading.
(http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o65/jmember/photobucket-4978-1348334606388_zpsa0ee1ca3.jpg) (http://s117.photobucket.com/user/jmember/media/photobucket-4978-1348334606388_zpsa0ee1ca3.jpg.html)
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This is how I do it. Aluminum jet ski trailer with bunks removed and a motorcycle rail bolted down the middle. Nice and light and durable. This is my old People 150 but works just the same with the GT. A drop ramp bolts to the back of the rail for loading and unloading.
(http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o65/jmember/photobucket-4978-1348334606388_zpsa0ee1ca3.jpg) (http://s117.photobucket.com/user/jmember/media/photobucket-4978-1348334606388_zpsa0ee1ca3.jpg.html)
That's awesome!!!!!
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That's awesome!!!!!
Thanks! Pretty sure you've seen this one in action. I think it was you that helped load up the GT last time I had it in?
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Thanks! Pretty sure you've seen this one in action. I think it was you that helped load up the GT last time I had it in?
Rings a bell, was it on your westy?
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Rings a bell, was it on your westy?
No I was driving my wife's Explorer that day.
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No I was driving my wife's Explorer that day.
Ahh that makes sense, I would have remembered he van, I love those!
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I actually own two vehicles that I use to haul my scooters. I have a Honda Element with a Two-Rail, Fold-up Kendon Motorcycle Trailer to transport two of my scoots. I also own a 2015 Chevy Colorado in which I can put one scoot in the truck bed and/or another scoot on a Versahaul motorcycle carrier that plugs right into my truck's receiver.
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I actually own two vehicles that I use to haul my scooters. I have a Honda Element with a Two-Rail, Fold-up Kendon Motorcycle Trailer to transport two of my scoots. I also own a 2015 Chevy Colorado in which I can put one scoot in the truck bed and/or another scoot on a Versahaul motorcycle carrier that plugs right into my truck's receiver.
Sounds like a good set up.
When necessary, i'll use the receiver hitch and a 5x8 utility trailer on my 2015 Colorado.
Had the Colorado a few months. So far so good.
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This is how I do it. Aluminum jet ski trailer with bunks removed and a motorcycle rail bolted down the middle. Nice and light and durable. This is my old People 150 but works just the same with the GT. A drop ramp bolts to the back of the rail for loading and unloading.
(http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o65/jmember/photobucket-4978-1348334606388_zpsa0ee1ca3.jpg) (http://s117.photobucket.com/user/jmember/media/photobucket-4978-1348334606388_zpsa0ee1ca3.jpg.html)
This is just brilliant! Where were you when I bought that stupid giant trailer from Harbor Freight? I am now looking on Craig's List for one of these. I keep seeing smaller versions of these with one jet ski. They look perfect for a single bike.
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This is just brilliant! Where were you when I bought that stupid giant trailer from Harbor Freight? I am now looking on Craig's List for one of these. I keep seeing smaller versions of these with one jet ski. They look perfect for a single bike.
Yep, this is just a single jet ski trailer. I got the rail from here...
http://www.redtrailers.com/ShowItem.asp?id=SJ8543 (http://www.redtrailers.com/ShowItem.asp?id=SJ8543)
Depending on how the trailer is built you may have to sandwich a 2x4 between the rail and trailer to clear the bunk mounts as I did. I also fabbed up a rear chock like is pictured on the front of the rail for the GT so once it's mounted up it doesn't go anywhere. I'll be towing it next weekend for a camping trip on the coast so I'll take some new shots with the GT loaded up.
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I actually own two vehicles that I use to haul my scooters. I have a Honda Element with a Two-Rail, Fold-up Kendon Motorcycle Trailer to transport two of my scoots. I also own a 2015 Chevy Colorado in which I can put one scoot in the truck bed and/or another scoot on a Versahaul motorcycle carrier that plugs right into my truck's receiver.
Those Kendon trailers are really nice. Premium price though. I do like the fold-able function for easy storage.
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Those Kendon trailers are really nice. Premium price though. I do like the fold-able function for easy storage.
Yeah the Kendon is a great trailer. I don't tow enough to justify the price but every now and then I'll drag the scoot up to NJ from Fl. I don't have storage space so I bought one of these.
http://theusatrailerstore.com/ace-single-motorcycle-trailer/ (http://theusatrailerstore.com/ace-single-motorcycle-trailer/)
It's no Kendon but gets the job done on the cheap.
Be Big,
AMAC
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I bought my Kendon two rail trailer for $1k on cl last year. New ones sell for $3500, so I think I got a pretty good deal on it. It also came with the toolbox which is a $350 accessory.
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I bought my Kendon two rail trailer for $1k on cl last year. New ones sell for $3500, so I think I got a pretty good deal on it. It also came with the toolbox which is a $350 accessory.
I'd say you scored nicely on that deal. I think I'm about $500 into my trailer setup.
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Hey Amac please let me know how that Ace trailer is working for you. That thing is exactly what I am looking for. That is one slick trailer for the price. Also, if you could throw some pics up of your bike mounted on the trailer and maybe an idea of how it tows that would be fantastic. I would love to know if it bounces around at all at freeway speeds.
Good luck and ride safe, mscmkr
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Hey Amac please let me know how that Ace trailer is working for you. That thing is exactly what I am looking for. That is one slick trailer for the price. Also, if you could throw some pics up of your bike mounted on the trailer and maybe an idea of how it tows that would be fantastic. I would love to know if it bounces around at all at freeway speeds.
Good luck and ride safe, mscmkr
It does a nice job. Ride is smoother than my old harbor freight set up. It does fine up to about 65. I don't go much faster. The highway is fine it's potholes that will get you. With the narrow width a big hole could be a problem.
That said for I made some trade offs for space saving storage and it worked out fine. I've got about 3000 miles on it and still soild. Loads easy. I removed the chock and added a condor. Biggest downside is there got to be a bike on it to tow. Don't try to ride a long distance empty. It's also I lite rig so it can get a little windage.
I'm not from the photo guys somilltake some pics when I bring the Cali classic home.
I still forget I alwys have a camera with me. I'm old.
AMAC
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Going scootering in Michigan this week. Got our two Like 200's on/in our new 2015 Colorado. I had to take the tail section off the Like to get it to fit in the pickup bed. Other than that, it was pretty straightforward.
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Thanks for all the help. I am new to this and the forum. I have a lot of questions.
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Here's the trailer loaded up with the GT. All set to hit the road tomorrow.
(http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o65/jmember/20150722_170825_zpsqslsubcu.jpg) (http://s117.photobucket.com/user/jmember/media/20150722_170825_zpsqslsubcu.jpg.html)
(http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o65/jmember/20150722_170859_zpsglt7aytn.jpg) (http://s117.photobucket.com/user/jmember/media/20150722_170859_zpsglt7aytn.jpg.html)
(http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o65/jmember/20150722_170924_zpshnntidic.jpg) (http://s117.photobucket.com/user/jmember/media/20150722_170924_zpshnntidic.jpg.html)
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That looks perfect! That is such a great idea! How does it track at freeway speeds? Does it bounce around a lot or is it pretty stable? Also, what speed do you drive while on the freeway? Can you do 65 or 70mph towing that thing. Also, where did you get the motorcycle rail and did it come with the wheel chock? Last question, how long is the trailer itself from hitch to back end? I'm wondering if I could stand it up inside my garage. Depending on how much it weighs of course.
Thanks for the great pics and ride safe, mscmkr
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That looks perfect! That is such a great idea! How does it track at freeway speeds? Does it bounce around a lot or is it pretty stable? Also, what speed do you drive while on the freeway? Can you do 65 or 70mph towing that thing. Also, where did you get the motorcycle rail and did it come with the wheel chock? Last question, how long is the trailer itself from hitch to back end? I'm wondering if I could stand it up inside my garage. Depending on how much it weighs of course.
Thanks for the great pics and ride safe, mscmkr
Tracks and tows very well, very stable. I got lucky when setting up the rail and got the balance perfect. Tongue weight is about 40 lbs. I can pick it up and move it easily. It will bounce a bit on rough pavement but with the heavier GT it's not to bad but you do want to slow down over bigger bumps. I've towed this trailer cruising at 75 no problem however the small tires are only rated for 65mph. The trailer is 11 feet from tounge to tail and weighs about 100 lbs give or take.
Here is where i got the rail from...
http://www.redtrailers.com/ShowItem.asp?id=SJ8543 (http://www.redtrailers.com/ShowItem.asp?id=SJ8543)
The front chock is included, the rear I fabricated myself.
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U-haul rents a single rail cycle trailer for $22.00 a day. I looked into it for 5 days and it would cost around $65.00. I owned a trailer for 3 years, but got tired of paying the annual $45.00 tag fee. I'd keep it in my shop during the winter, so it wouldn't get covered with ice and snow. It's a bit of a hassle going to U-haul once or twice a year when I need a trailer, but it has been much cheaper than owning one.
(http://i176.photobucket.com/albums/w181/novellnomad/Kawboy001.jpg)
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U-haul rents a single rail cycle trailer for $22.00 a day. I looked into it for 5 days and it would cost around $65.00. I owned a trailer for 3 years, but got tired of paying the annual $45.00 tag fee. I'd keep it in my shop during the winter, so it wouldn't get covered with ice and snow. It's a bit of a hassle going to U-haul once or twice a year when I need a trailer, but it has been much cheaper than owning one.
(http://i176.photobucket.com/albums/w181/novellnomad/Kawboy001.jpg)
Kudos.
Once again it's cheaper to rent !
AMAC
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U-haul rents a single rail cycle trailer for $22.00 a day. I looked into it for 5 days and it would cost around $65.00. I owned a trailer for 3 years, but got tired of paying the annual $45.00 tag fee. I'd keep it in my shop during the winter, so it wouldn't get covered with ice and snow. It's a bit of a hassle going to U-haul once or twice a year when I need a trailer, but it has been much cheaper than owning one.
(http://i176.photobucket.com/albums/w181/novellnomad/Kawboy001.jpg)
Wow that thing looks heavy. Fine I guess if you have the vehicle to tow it. Here in Oregon if the trailer is under a certain size you are not required to register and license it.
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Allstate motor club RV covers bikes, or through your ins get m/c roadside assistance. Just 2 bucks per month cost.
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I'm sure someone already posted this :
One leg on ea. side....press start button.
Stig