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Front Hitch Motorcycle Carrier?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Ravenous, Apr 22, 2017.

  1. Oct 14, 2023 at 9:55 PM
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    OnHartung'sRoad

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    I’ll respond too…I alternate using mine for a front receiver tray winch, transporting my heavy eBike, pushing my RV trailer into tight traces with not easy access, and occasionally my Honda Trail 90 when we’re pulling the trailer. No probs with weight although I’m lifted about 1.5” up front with 5100’s.
     
  2. Nov 17, 2024 at 10:49 PM
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    atoratog

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    I see someone on Amazon used the Curt front hitch to carry a full-size dirt bike.

    I just ordered and will test it out.
     
  3. Nov 24, 2024 at 10:50 PM
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    atoratog

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    it works well. it significantly reduces approach angle but should be good for light off roading to camp.

    I'm using a curt front hitch with a rack n roll carrier.

    the stabilizer anti-sway setup doesnt quite fit so I'll have to rig something up.

    it is ok to drive but will probably block my lights for nighttime driving.
     
  4. Nov 24, 2024 at 10:50 PM
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  5. Nov 24, 2024 at 11:06 PM
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    OnHartung'sRoad

    OnHartung'sRoad -So glad I didn't take the other...

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    …putting the ebikes up front keeps them from getting gunked up from off-road dust also.
     
  6. Nov 25, 2024 at 7:53 PM
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    Gen3TacomaOBX

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    You have the bike a full 12" from the front of the Taco. That long arm works like a fulcrum creating a lever of mechanical advantage (or in this case disadvantage) adding substantial weight to the front hitch. Also that 2' joist could act like a pole vault.
     

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