Candyman867 Posted August 18, 2021 Share #1 Posted August 18, 2021 Hey everyone! I have an amazing 2000 Royal Star Venture, love the bike. Going on a trip "tail of the dragon" about 10 hour drive to get there! I have never tried this bike in a trailer, PLEASE HELP!! I have a good solid trailer with the wheel chock, need to know where to put my straps, do I let air out of the suspension... etc! Any help would be appreciated. Pictures of bike, trailer and tow vehicle included Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvmy40 Posted August 18, 2021 Share #2 Posted August 18, 2021 (edited) This is the ONLY way to tied your bike down! (Notice that, purely coincidentally it's an RSTD in the video!) You don't have to use the "Tank Straps". They are fantastic, but any quality heavy duty ratchet strap will work. It's the method/tie down point that is key. This method does not compress your supension and allows the bike to float as it would when ridden. No need to adjust your air ride pressure or any other adjustments. I have used this method many times with great success. DO NOT TARP YOUR TRAILERED RSV! It will destroy your paint. Edited August 18, 2021 by luvmy40 typo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candyman867 Posted August 18, 2021 Author Share #3 Posted August 18, 2021 Fantastic, thank you! Will for sure use this method! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Motorcycle Mike Posted August 18, 2021 Share #4 Posted August 18, 2021 I agree with the straps in front. On the rear however, I put 2 straps around the rear wheel, one pulling left and one pulling right and both pulling slightly to the rear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvmy40 Posted August 18, 2021 Share #5 Posted August 18, 2021 (edited) 17 minutes ago, Motorcycle Mike said: I agree with the straps in front. On the rear however, I put 2 straps around the rear wheel, one pulling left and one pulling right and both pulling slightly to the rear. As long as the straps are on the wheel and not compressing the rear suspension. I've done that as well if there might be rough roads on the trip. Edited August 18, 2021 by luvmy40 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candyman867 Posted August 18, 2021 Author Share #6 Posted August 18, 2021 Appreciate all the help, with all the advice.... should be a smooth ride! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RDawson Posted August 18, 2021 Share #7 Posted August 18, 2021 Just missed us. We had a group get together there this past weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saddlebum Posted August 18, 2021 Share #8 Posted August 18, 2021 4 hours ago, Motorcycle Mike said: I agree with the straps in front. On the rear however, I put 2 straps around the rear wheel, one pulling left and one pulling right and both pulling slightly to the rear. I agree, The way the chap did it in the video left me thinking the wheel could still slide side to side within the confines of the strap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvmy40 Posted August 18, 2021 Share #9 Posted August 18, 2021 I hauled my '06 down to Youngstown, OH from Niagara Falls with no strap on the rear and did not move an inch. Like I said, rough roads possible? Tie the rear wheel down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Motorcycle Mike Posted August 19, 2021 Share #10 Posted August 19, 2021 I always assume I'm going to hit a rough patch somewhere. I'd rather spend a few extra seconds preparing for it rather than wishing I had. Your bike, Your choice. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saddlebum Posted August 20, 2021 Share #11 Posted August 20, 2021 For the best advice on trailering your bike visit the Harley forum. If they don't know ain't nobody knows. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RDawson Posted August 20, 2021 Share #12 Posted August 20, 2021 3 hours ago, saddlebum said: For the best advice on trailering your bike visit the Harley forum. If they don't know ain't nobody knows. I wanted to say that but since I had to trailer to Vogel I was too ashamed. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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