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klr650goldwing's avatar
Nov 11, 2021

Carrying a 500 lb motorcycle on the back of a Solitude 5er

Has anyone carried a 500 lb motorcycle on the back of a Solitude 5th wheel? Did you reinforce the receiver hitch on the trailer? Any negative pin weight consequences? Please tell me about the pros and cons of doing such a thing.

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  • I see the potential for this not ending well on so many levels.

    #1 seriously doubt the hitch is rated to that weight, in addition to the probably 100 lbs+ of the motorcycle carrier

    #2 500 lbs bouncing up and down quickly will stress out the frame

    #3 you should be able to pick up a small used trailer off craigslist for $500-1000. That way you could carry more than one toy, gas cans, etc and it would be safer all around.

    Not saying it couldn't be done, but there are better
    options