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Motorcycle Carrier on a Tacoma?

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by tacomarustingaway, Oct 6, 2010.

  1. Oct 6, 2010 at 2:06 PM
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    tacomarustingaway

    tacomarustingaway [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Greetings,
    I have a 2001 Toyota Tacoma 4x4 regular Cab with 2.7 L engine, 5 speed manual. I'd like to mount a motorcycle carrier on the back and would appreciate some help in choosing the proper/safe mounting system. The bike I will be hauling is a ROKON Scout 2x2 off road bike that weighs about 250lbs. The bike came with an SMC-600 Sport Motorcycle Carrier that is pretty heavy, maybe 100 lbs. Total weight would be around 350-400 max. Any opinions or other options appreciated.
    Thanks
     
  2. Oct 6, 2010 at 11:11 PM
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  3. Oct 7, 2010 at 10:15 AM
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    Why not just load it up on the bed? I had a buddy that had a M/C hitch carrier, and it didnt look that stable. I would be scared having my M/C hanging off the back.
     
  4. Oct 7, 2010 at 11:31 AM
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    tacomarustingaway

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    It won't fit with the tailgate up unless it's turned sideways and the wheel is turned as hard as I can turn it. Very hard to strap down.
     
  5. Oct 7, 2010 at 1:05 PM
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    I usually just throw my street bikes in the bed with ramps. The hitch type carrier makes me nervous. Theres just too much that can go wrong. As soon as I have a place to store it, I'm buying a trailer.
     
  6. Oct 7, 2010 at 1:24 PM
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    Rmodel65

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    would any of these be big enough to hold a Busa? i thinkk im gonna buy a small pull behind for that
     

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