AngryAmish Posted March 21, 2013 Share #26 Posted March 21, 2013 HF is only a block off Rt 81 on Arsenal St. Get off 81 and head West on Arsenal St. It will be on the right just before WalMart. Thanks John for the info. Does trailer need assembling or she is ready to be pinned ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dacheedah Posted March 21, 2013 Share #27 Posted March 21, 2013 A longer piece of steel to replace the tongue is cheap and greatly improves the geometry. The cooler rack is also helpful. When you load you never want to be tail heavy so load accordingly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel Posted March 21, 2013 Author Share #28 Posted March 21, 2013 What's the lightest load you've pulled? sometimes it's not the weight but the size and distance I'd like to use a trailer with the bike. I have a trailer bought back in the 60's from HF that's been sitting for 20 years. new tires lights and maybe a little paint would make it good to go. Never a very light load. If there's a need to use the trailer then the load will be substantial. Typically luggage, cooler inside the trailer, covers for both the bike and the trailer, maybe lawn chairs, etc. Other wise I just use my homemade 2nd travel trunk attached to the hitch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billmac Posted March 21, 2013 Share #29 Posted March 21, 2013 I was thinking about golf bag. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flyinfool Posted March 21, 2013 Share #30 Posted March 21, 2013 Back in the day I used to stand my golf bag up on the back seat and bungee it in place. It may look funny but it got the job done. Just watch your height clearance if you go thru a drive thru. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billmac Posted March 21, 2013 Share #31 Posted March 21, 2013 Not going through any drive thru's but I use a cart bag these days and it's to big to strap on to the backrest. to old to mess with stuff like that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XV1100SE Posted March 21, 2013 Share #32 Posted March 21, 2013 Thanks John for the info. Does trailer need assembling or she is ready to be pinned ? Yes, assembly is required. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dacheedah Posted March 21, 2013 Share #33 Posted March 21, 2013 thats the fun part Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngryAmish Posted March 21, 2013 Share #34 Posted March 21, 2013 I have no problems with assembling it, just that I am driving to Montreal. So have to bring tools and bearing grease and assemble it in the parking lot, lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XV1100SE Posted March 22, 2013 Share #35 Posted March 22, 2013 (edited) You could buy cheap tools at Harbor Freight and only buy what you need. Couple wrenches and you are done. Have you looked at the assembly manual? If not... let me know and I'll scan it and send it to you. EDIT - here is a link to the assembly manual - http://manuals.harborfreight.com/manuals/66000-66999/66771.pdf Edited March 22, 2013 by XV1100SE manual link added Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XV1100SE Posted March 22, 2013 Share #36 Posted March 22, 2013 Maybe I should pick one up on my way to Montreal (I-81) Make sure you consider where you'll get a plate for the trailer. Each trailer has a vin number. I drilled out the rivets on the plate on mine and declared it as a "kit" build.... which essentially it is. If you get a plate before you leave home... the questions they asked me was : - number of axles = 1 - weight = 150lbs - color = black Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cabreco Posted March 22, 2013 Share #37 Posted March 22, 2013 This is a GREAT little kit. It took a few hours to assemble. Mostly because I was removing the helper springs & wrapping the spring bolts with hose & tubing to reduce noise. I also added the carrier, cooler & gas can holder. Great bang for the buck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dacheedah Posted March 22, 2013 Share #38 Posted March 22, 2013 Nothing you can't assemble in a parking lot in short order and pull home, I would repack bearings during assembly to only do it once. Bring a short scrap of garden hose or buy a short piece at a hardware store for the back springs, put some hf leds on the tail and caa it a day. Once at home you can tackle the tongue and cooler rack mod Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayceesfolly Posted March 23, 2013 Share #39 Posted March 23, 2013 Armando: I am about an hour west of I-81 in Rochester, NY and can help you with your trailer. I am finishing up mine now (see pics). I have a lift and a garage full of tools to assemble the trailer, as well as modify the springs and the hose tubing pieces. Also can grease the bearings. There is a HF store about 10 minutes away to pick up the trailer. We have a spare guest bedroom, so we can even put you up for the night. I would be more than happy to help. When are you planning to take the trip up here? Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngryAmish Posted March 23, 2013 Share #40 Posted March 23, 2013 Armando: I am about an hour west of I-81 in Rochester, NY and can help you with your trailer. I am finishing up mine now (see pics). I have a lift and a garage full of tools to assemble the trailer, as well as modify the springs and the hose tubing pieces. Also can grease the bearings. There is a HF store about 10 minutes away to pick up the trailer. We have a spare guest bedroom, so we can even put you up for the night. I would be more than happy to help. When are you planning to take the trip up here? Jim Well thank you very much Jim, I appreciate it tremendously. I will be leaving Tampa on Sunday May 19th, but not sure when I will arrive in upstate NY. I have 2 options. Either drive up the I-95 , I-77 , I-81 (going through Blue Ridge Parkway) or drive from Tampa to Sanford, FL, take the Amtrak Auto Train up to Lorton, VA (south of Washington DC) and drive up the I-81. I should be in upstate NY on Tuesday or Wednesday. I will know for sure after Easter. I will definitely consider your offer Thank you. I will be in touch with you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngryAmish Posted March 23, 2013 Share #41 Posted March 23, 2013 It is after the Victoria Day weekend in Canada. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billmac Posted March 23, 2013 Share #42 Posted March 23, 2013 might want to have your bike wired for the trailer before you get there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XV1100SE Posted March 23, 2013 Share #43 Posted March 23, 2013 might want to have your bike wired for the trailer before you get there. The harness can be purchased from a member vendor - M61A1MECH http://www.venturerider.org/classifieds/showproduct.php?product=4200&title=auxillary-tail-light-harness-for-royal-star-venture&cat=35 For the bike you'll need an isolator. Using Steve's harness is MUCH easier ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M61A1MECH Posted March 24, 2013 Share #44 Posted March 24, 2013 I have harnesses at the ready, can ship right away. Just confirm year model so I can be sure to get te correct one and send me your mailing address. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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