Dragonslayer Posted June 22, 2008 Share #1 Posted June 22, 2008 I'm trying to get a non running 84VR from PA to GA. What I really would like to do is ride my 87 VR :7_6_3[1]:up there via Blue Ridge Pkwy/Skyline Drive towing a trailer that I can load 84 VR on and tow back via interstate. Is it possible to come up with some trailer configuration considering weight/load distribution to safely tow one VR with another one? Does anyone have any experience doing this, is it possible. Does anyone have any advice? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragonslayer Posted June 22, 2008 Author Share #2 Posted June 22, 2008 Quote: Originally Posted by flb_78 Next they'll tell ya you can't tow a car with a Goldwing. [ame=http://youtube.com/watch?v=AuL7cOO6EfY]YouTube - Japanese Tow Trucks[/ame] I Love It. If that is possible I believe towing a VR with a VR is possible given the right combination of engineering, physics, and creative thinking to design the right suspension and trailer combination. I may not attempt it on this trip but I believe my next venture idea has been hatched. Just think of the possibilities. Harley Davidson Roadside Assistance Vehicle powered by Yamaha To all you naysayers, :whistling:Just you wait and see:dancefool: Any of you with vision and Venture Capitol, Want to talk about a joint venture. __________________ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capton Posted June 23, 2008 Share #3 Posted June 23, 2008 I pulled a 14ft boat, motor,trailer once but wouldn't do along trip.[stoping??] and backing down the boat ramp,hard work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Venturous Randy Posted June 23, 2008 Share #4 Posted June 23, 2008 It has always been my understanding that you should not exceed 50% of your bikes weight with what you are towing. I tow a Travel Lite camper that weighs about 370 pounds, but close to 450 pounds with all the stuff we put in it to go camping. I can really tell a big difference between the 370 pounds and the 450 pounds. You would be towing a 1,000 plus pounds with an 800 pound bike. RandyA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Condor Posted June 23, 2008 Share #5 Posted June 23, 2008 It has always been my understanding that you should not exceed 50% of your bikes weight with what you are towing. I tow a Travel Lite camper that weighs about 370 pounds, but close to 450 pounds with all the stuff we put in it to go camping. I can really tell a big difference between the 370 pounds and the 450 pounds. You would be towing a 1,000 plus pounds with an 800 pound bike. RandyA Kinda like the tail wagging the dog..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orrin Posted June 23, 2008 Share #6 Posted June 23, 2008 I wouldn't do it. I don't think you have the traction to stop a load that heavy. NOT SAFE!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a1bummer Posted June 23, 2008 Share #7 Posted June 23, 2008 I got some weird looks the day I hauled another bike and a C6 trany to the boneyard behind my VR. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragonslayer Posted June 23, 2008 Author Share #8 Posted June 23, 2008 General Concensus of opinion believes I would be crazy to attempt such a feat of madness. I quess I knew the answer to this all along and I'm not going to attempt to do it. I just thought it would be neat if I could do this trip that way. Time to consider other options. Thanks for the input. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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