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I was thinking about getting one of those hitch mounted bike carriers. I really like the looks of the VersaHaul. It looks really strong. Does anyone have any experience with these?
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Most of the hitch carriers have a limit of 500lbs so be aware of that. I've seen people hauling dirt bikes with those before, but not a regular motorcyle since they normally weight more.
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If you are still looking for a bike carrier then I would suggest HitchCarriers.com. They are very friendly and usually ship out the same day that you order.
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Make sure your vehicle can support a tongue weight that high.
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#5 Unread post by storysunfolding »

ezra2007 wrote:If you are still looking for a bike carrier then I would suggest HitchCarriers.com. They are very friendly and usually ship out the same day that you order.
two posts on this forum and both for hitchcarriers.com? Hmmm.... if you ask me that's :spam:

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And he is friendly too! What a nice place to hang out.
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I've used a VersaHauler and I've had no problems

#7 Unread post by jason300cc »

I have a Sport Bike carrier that can carry 600 lbs.
I've had no trouble. 8)

anything to save gas helps these days.
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Re: I've used a VersaHauler and I've had no problems

#8 Unread post by TR7 »

jason300cc wrote:I have a Sport Bike carrier that can carry 600 lbs.
I've had no trouble. 8)

anything to save gas helps these days.
So by strapping my bike to the back of the truck I will negate its terrible gas milage?!?!
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It amazing how many 60K bikes are carried to tracks on Hummers using those things.
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#10 Unread post by Thumper »

Don't know the brand, but the guy that bought my SV had a bike carrier on the back of his Jeep Cherokee. It loaded with no problem (well, took 3 of us to get it on there) and he said it would hold 600 pounds. So if you have a lighter bike and a vehicle capable of that kind of tongue weight, it might be worth it.
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