Motorcycle - Hitch Mount Rack
I have a BMW 1200ST that weighs 502lbs wet and was looking for a rack to fit in the 2" receiver to be able to have alternate transportation on those trips we do not trailer our car. Anyone have any...
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valhalla360 wrote:
I'm not saying it can't be done but 500lb hitch weight is much different from 500lb bike.
If a trailer hitch starts pushing side to side, it's rarely more than 6"(often much less) from in line with the receiver. The center of gravity for your bike is probably going to be upwards of 2' from the center of the receiver. That gives it a lot more leverage.
I wouldn't want to put something that heavy on without a second receiver to help resist the rotational forces.
This is why I stated what I thought would be a way better and more structurally sound system. This is one of those things that, experience and fabrication knowledge plays a big part. Sometimes trying to explain "what will work" and, what's superior, is not always in the cards. Good luck on hauling your bike.
Scott
