How to LOAD, UNLOAD, and TIE DOWN a motorcycle into a truck by YOURSELF

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How to LOAD, UNLOAD, and TIE DOWN a motorcycle into a truck by YOURSELF

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3 жыл бұрын

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︾ Hey Riders,
Welcome to another video in our adventure motorcycle training series. Today we are going in-depth on a three-part topic that all motorcycle riders should know: how to load, unload, and tie down a motorcycle into a truck. After many years and watching a few others make big mistakes (a few myself), we have a super informational video on everything that can go wrong and how to prepare so that everything goes right. Believe me, with the cash you're putting down on your motorcycle you're going to want to be skilled and knowledgeable so that you can protect your ride.
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How to load your motorcycle 1:25
How to unload your motorcycle 4:58
How to tie down your motorcycle 6:50
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@CBRpaul 10 ай бұрын

I’ve watched 6 how to load videos and your the first one to mention keeping the bike in gear while removing the bike. That’s going to help me out a ton since the last time I had the front sliding while braking

@RIDEAdventures 10 ай бұрын

Much easier way to control the bike coming down is using that clutch which is closer to you. Seems like a no brainer. Glad it helped you stay upright bud.

@armadilllo 27 күн бұрын

Yep been hauling bikes for 50 years and have never blown a fork seal because of tie downs. Don't you think bumps, jumps and dips don't do the same and even worse?

@ibMoose2u 10 ай бұрын

I used to put my atv in the bed of my truck, riding it up ramps. I’ve done my CBR1000f Hurricane a time and thought, never again. I bought a small utility trailer, set up a single wheel lock down chock that I can remove for my atv. Easily ride or walk up the 18” rise. The chock is just a fail safe if one of the tie down straps fails for side to side and front to rear. Peace of mind, for me at least, and simplicity for loading, unloading.

@RIDEAdventures 10 ай бұрын

Sounds like you got a set up that works and that's the most important part on all this. Safely getting that bike or ATV where you want to RIDE.

@mbzc95 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video!! Very useful, thank you so much ! I’m going to travel with my bike and I didn’t knew how to

@MOTORNIJUAN 3 жыл бұрын

You deserve more subs bro. The way you broke it down and explained 👍👍

@RIDEAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Glad if it helps. Will gladly take more subs, thanks!

@hardworkingamerican8847 3 жыл бұрын

I bought a nice aluminum ramp that is made for quads with a 1500 lb rating . It can be a "dual" purpose unit for whatever including a motorcycle . Since I don't own a quad , yet , I just removed the center part that keeps the 2 ramp sections stable and is the hinge when you fold the thing for storage . With that part taken off I then joined the 2 20" or so sides together . Using strong zip ties and Gorilla tape I now have a 44" ramp that plenty sturdy . I use tie downs on the hitch reciever and the outside edge on my trucks bumper , solid . Worked easy with the DR650 but now I need to try it with the Tenere 700 . I think for that I will need to decrease the angle of the ramp and practice maybe using the bikes own power , just have to be super careful and have a buddy with with me . Stuffing the back and sides of the truck bed with cushions might be a good idea . I have a bunch of old Coleman air mattresses that this would be perfect for .

@giuliobuccini208 3 жыл бұрын

Now I just have to convince my wife that we absolutely need a pickup.

@RIDEAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Should be easy. They're SO convenient! Good luck, and RIDE on.

@strokenumber3 3 жыл бұрын

Very thorough , clearly explained , didn't feel like there was a 'curriculum' involved (good thing ).

@RIDEAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful to anyone. Thanks for the note.

@MrBeefsnorkel 3 жыл бұрын

Between u and brett Tkacs i get all the critical info i need

@RIDEAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

That's fine company to be mentioned with, thanks for the note!

@RaptorPackAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Just bought my KLR 650 and am nervous thinking I’ll have to put it in my Dodge 4X4 Dually one day. Great video

@RIDEAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Congrats on the bike, and glad if the info helps. Thanks for the note.

@igig2792 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! So simple tips when you are watching a video but it was always a pain in the @ss when I had to load my VTX 1800 at Dodge Ram without this tips!

@RIDEAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

That bike is a BEAST compared to one of these little adv bikes, so yea, glad if the info helps : )

@kokobeatz7222 2 жыл бұрын

Vtx 1800 great bike

@therealtashiro Жыл бұрын

Another great and informative video! What are your thoughts on riding the motorcycle up the ramp or powering the motorcycle up the ramp while walking on the side?

@rxreyn3 2 жыл бұрын

Those outtakes tho.

@citizendualsport8743 2 жыл бұрын

nice vid, appreciate the good advice .... personally i like my ramps longer and wider (at least thats what she said) ;-)

@RIDEAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

And stiffer! Ha, thanks for the note.

@culverap 3 жыл бұрын

What is the bed length of the truck in the video? I have a 6.5 foot bed and an Africa Twin. I would think that the rear wheel would on the tail gate.

@RIDEAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Yep, the GMC in the video is the 6.5 foot bed as well, and we can see the rear wheel fits just into the bed, not even really on the crease between the bed and the gate. We've had issues with folding/bending tailgates on 5.5 foot beds in the past.

@spdaltid 3 жыл бұрын

Great info and thanks. Any thoughts on solo loading/unloading a DCT transmission Africa Twin?

@RIDEAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Bob, good question, and honestly, we don't have enough experience with them to say how it would work. After 4+ years of operating a rental fleet with Africa Twins, only twice has there been a request for a DCT model. Hence we only buy manual transmissions. Heard DCT is pretty great....but it seems the majority of folks still like manual.

@spdaltid 3 жыл бұрын

@@RIDEAdventures Thanks for taking time to reply. I'm gonna have to have a [re]think......

@arminwendt4568 2 жыл бұрын

DCT has hand brakes on both sides. Left is the parking brake. Similiar to how it's explained in this video by using the clutch lever as a 'brake'. Same idea... Ride safe!

@juanordonezgalban2278 3 жыл бұрын

My mum has a 2016 Kia Ceed. Does this video aply to it as well?

@RIDEAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Depends on the bike and how many pieces it's in : )

@coreysmith9314 2 жыл бұрын

What is the length of the bed of that truck in the video? I”m considering getting a truck with a 5’ bed, but want to make sure it’s long enough to be able to load my 2020 Africa Twin. Thanks!

@RIDEAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you checked, that GMC has the 6.5 foot bed, and as shown, it's just barely enough to get the bulk/weight of that Africa Twin over the hinge of the gate. Such a heavy bike, typically shouldn't be out in the middle of the gate.....as I have seen them "taco'd" :)

@ShabazzMuhammad-qx5ib 3 ай бұрын

Um did you have the engine off but put it into 1st?!

@RIDEAdventures 3 ай бұрын

Yep. Hope it made sense why. That way we can slip the clutch and it acts as a rear brake. Which is useful backing down especially.

@fjb4932 3 жыл бұрын

Replace those inexpensive orange tension pull straps with straps with a true ratchet, that won't loosen when hitting bumps ...

@RIDEAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Good idea, and yea, ratchet-types can be great. But in after all these years, hundreds of loadings/unloadings, and thousands of miles of bikes being hauled, these cam-straps have never once failed or loosened-up. Only failure ever was when we didn't have a closed-hook/loop, didn't zip-tie it, and a hook did come off the rack the bike was loaded on due to shaking. Fortunately, the bike just leaned up against the rear tailgate of the truck.