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Explorer

Mar 22, 2015

Swivel wheel or the like

I have been hauling my dirt bike on the back of my fifth wheel for years but I never really liked the idea. The bike only weighs 300lbs but I still am not comfortable. Anyway came across these Swivel wheel carriers that mount to the back of you camper. They mount in two places so they only move up and down and not side to side. They also have either one or two swivel wheels on the back to take the weight. Has anyone used one of the things? Also I am assuming they are not considered a trailer since they are not licensed.
Has anyone even seen one of these on the road?

If you have one have you ever been stopped by the police? How do you like them? Do they do what they are supposed to and do the swivel wheels hold up?

thanks for the help

33 Replies

fj12ryder
Explorer III
Mar 23, 2015
I've used one for several years and they work very well, but you need to check your state to see whether it's legal. Not an issue in my state, but not all states look at them the same.

I was never stopped in any state I traveled through, or in, and I was in several states that supposedly don't allow double towing, but YMMV.
GrumpyandGrandm
Explorer
Mar 23, 2015
PA is one of the biggest anti double tow states so you should check with your State Police before buying one.
DutchmenSport
Explorer
Mar 22, 2015
In Indiana, if the wheel touches the ground, it's a trailer and has to be licensed as a trailer no matter how it's connected to the tow vehicle. Also, if this were attached to a trailer or a 5th wheel, in Indiana, it would be considered a "double tow" .. legal in Indiana, but still needs the separate license plate. Not every state may be the same.