Haul-Master 400 Lb. Motorcycle Hitch Carrier Review: 2021 KTM 500 EXC-F

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3 жыл бұрын

I purchased this Haul-Master motorcycle hitch carrier from Harbor Freight. I was able to use a 20% off coupon that I was able to find in the coupon section on their website. Overall I'm very pleased with the quality of the carrier, especially for the money. I have around 1,000 miles on this carrier hauling a 2021 KTM 500 EXC-F Dual Sport.

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@aaronlindemann2669 Жыл бұрын

Not showing the actual ramp in use negates a lot of the leverage of this review. If it was a decent struggle and required significant effort, you should show that.

@robert5712 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the excellent informative video. I am installing this carrier and the instructions are typical poorly illustrated and written. You video made installation clear.

@Chemo_Sucks 2 жыл бұрын

Add skate board grip tape for better grip on aluminum, a friend said.

@ordonezo1 Жыл бұрын

you can get a dual hitch extender from HF to raise the height of the hitch by 3-4 inches

@Harloweqbumfuque 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, even greater bike!

@BlackSpade72 Жыл бұрын

Nice 👍🏻 I plan to get it for my future Honda 250f 🏍

@harmik98 2 жыл бұрын

That's compressed way to much. Get a fork brace and just have it evenly tightened left to right and front to back.

@robertleftwich1122 Жыл бұрын

It’s now 2023 , April, new cost is $170 plus tax, since 3 years ago they cost $110 . There are many fairly easy ways to modify the Harbor Freight ( Haul Master) . If I could pre-sell one , I would share my modified rack and some neat tricks I did for my Aventon Adventure. I hav an idea for trying to make it for two E-bikes . There’s no welding but you need a good rivet gun and 1/4” rivets, I used my saber saw and my leaded plastic hammer , four very good dril bits 3/16” & 5/16” most important. Use your head while drilling, know how the drilling drifts because you have to drill at an angle. Make precise measurements and note that each spacer it different . Bought extra 5/16” x 2 3/4 “. There is a certain order to move and put back together but I’ve ran out of time, maybe later, say October 23 .

@eriknash8783 Жыл бұрын

You cranked that thing down so tight, you are bowing the entire tray down ward on both ends. Was ready to buy this to try since it's so cheap, but this video has changed my mind

@bogusfranz1503 3 жыл бұрын

Good review- one note: I noticed your hitch stabilizers aren't mounted properly. The straight pieces cover the car's hitch - the angled ends rotate onto the bike hitch tubes - prevents some lateral movement.

@PNW.Voyager 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I’ll have to adjust them. I’ve moved them round a few times trying to get the least amount of movement.

@GODSWORD11 5 ай бұрын

Adjust your video so that you’re not giving misinformation son!!!

@Andy-dc7hr 3 жыл бұрын

Flip both those forward tabs up, and bend them up. Looked like you had already done that to the left one.

@alwayshustle5591 2 жыл бұрын

You have that bike cinched down… you compressed the front forks WAY to much. Get some soft loop cambuckle motorcycle tie downs that are motorcycle specific. Also get a forkguard/suspension brace. Don’t compress so much and get the right tools to secure the bike.

@jeffs3376 Жыл бұрын

Wonder how many seals he has gone through so far!!😂

@airindiana Жыл бұрын

You can see how much it’s deforming the carrier due being compressed so much. High chance the alloy will fatigue and eventually crack with that amount of force.

@tonypena1 Жыл бұрын

What if any tongue weight concerns did you have with the Outback

@kennydonofrio Жыл бұрын

What is the link on amazon to attach on the forks I believe? Thanks!

@nunya8866 2 жыл бұрын

Get you a thicker piece of velcro and use it to keep the ramp from popping off???? Does this carrier come with the stabilizer things? I bought one off FB and didn't get them from the guy. Thanks!

@PNW.Voyager 2 жыл бұрын

Hello, The Velcro is a great idea! It’s very wet and muddy here so not sure how long it would last. This carrier did come with stabilizer mounts, but they are not great. We have played around the the stabilizer things, in this video they are not on the correct way. Regardless there is still a little sway.

@stevemcnamara7704 10 ай бұрын

Useful. Thanks for sharing.

@derek2956 2 жыл бұрын

The stabilizer pieces are mounted incorrectly

@sportkiteflyer Ай бұрын

It’s why he has so much slop with the carrier. I purchased a standard hitch stabilizer and have virtually zero movement.

@jordanweimer5148 2 жыл бұрын

RIP fork seals

@tennnis498 2 жыл бұрын

At first I wondered why you wrote this. Then I saw him ratchet the bike down. Wow.

@majorawol 2 жыл бұрын

Is it better to racket down the foot pegs? Would that be stable enough?

@jordanweimer5148 2 жыл бұрын

@@majorawol I would still ratchet from the bars. Just make sure you use a fork brace.

@GODSWORD11 5 ай бұрын

@@majorawolyes. That’s the only way I do mine, whether it’s on my carrier (same one as video) or in the bed of my truck. There’s no better way in my opinion.

@mrmccreight1 2 жыл бұрын

Did you happen to utilize or require a hitch extender?

@PNW.Voyager 2 жыл бұрын

Didn’t need one

@Chemo_Sucks 2 жыл бұрын

You skipped over the only part I wanted to see. How easy it was to load the bike.

@PNW.Voyager 2 жыл бұрын

Oh shoot, it’s not bad! I usually just start the bike and give it a little gas and pop it up on the carrier while walking alongside the bike. Make sure you have your straps ready to go before you put the bike up on the carrier.

@Chemo_Sucks 2 жыл бұрын

@@PNW.Voyager so it's worth it?? I have a small 50cc body with a 110 motor. Looks like it will do the job. Does highway winds or speed effect it? Thanks for responding. Thanks for making the video as well.

@PNW.Voyager 2 жыл бұрын

@@Chemo_Sucks I think it’s worth it! I’ve covered thousands of miles hauling my KTM 500 around on it and it’s been great.

@Partnerthedog 2 жыл бұрын

I just put mine in neutral and run it up. Of course it's worth it if you need it.

@Haroold127 Жыл бұрын

I have toyota rav4 and I am hesitant to have this kind of set up since my car just have 200lb tounge weight capacity. How is your outback doing now? No any issues?

@PNW.Voyager Жыл бұрын

Are there any aftermarket hitch setups that can handle more? My outback was great with the hitch carrier, I did have to replace the stock rear springs to a stiffer setup though. I sold the Outback last year and have been in an old Grand Cherokee. The Outback was an awesome car, I prefer having more capability though.

@94SexyStang Жыл бұрын

Rav can handle it.....people do it. Stay away from internet forums, lots of cry babies that Act like the world will end Just because you go over the tongue weight by 1 ounce, Lol.....these people Don't live in the Real world, where manufacturers Over Build things, knowing people will exceed whatever they Write anyways, Lol......just get a Class 3 hitch.

@michaelhall3127 2 жыл бұрын

Canyon dancer ???? hooks to hold straps at Lowes. Please clarify the actual name of the hooks. Thank you

@PNW.Voyager 2 жыл бұрын

Canyon dancer tiedown strap rings. You can purchase them from Amazon, they are awesome! Canyon Dancer Tiedown Strap Rings www.amazon.com/dp/B0068ESQTY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_Z3GKGCFQ2EA6276PG2ZX

@skinnybricks 3 жыл бұрын

I wanna pick one up for my Taco. I'm too short to load my Husky by myself. It's pretty embarassing. XD

@PNW.Voyager 3 жыл бұрын

This is a very nice, simple set up!

@topjmmi 17 күн бұрын

installed stabilizer wrong

@sumporfuk 3 жыл бұрын

Man, you’ve got a lot more faith in that thing than I ever will

@blackpepe Жыл бұрын

yeah i wouldn’t ever drive a gay subaru either

@94SexyStang Жыл бұрын

Ehhh I'm torn on this....kinda sketchy....I might just use my bike trailer. But these carriers are pretty tempting.

@GODSWORD11 5 ай бұрын

Cool story bro. Thanks for sharing 🎉

@GODSWORD11 3 ай бұрын

@@edhuber3557 what son??!

@GODSWORD11 3 ай бұрын

@@edhuber3557 ???

@Ihearttaylorswif 3 жыл бұрын

Will this good for a sedan? I have grom.

@PNW.Voyager 3 жыл бұрын

If you have a hitch it should be fine

@Ihearttaylorswif 3 жыл бұрын

@@PNW.Voyager thank u

@gregoryjohnston7877 Жыл бұрын

Could you please give me the correct spelling of “Kenyon denser”.

@PNW.Voyager Жыл бұрын

Canyon Dancer Tiedown Strap Rings

@go5582 Жыл бұрын

Hi handsome. Great channel. Please make sure your anti raddle is installed correctly. Please re read the instruction manual. Please use Shock Straps to secure your moto. Please make sure you invest in XRP,ADA,XLM,BTC,FET,MATIC & XDC. GOD BLESS YOU