“Cannot recommend for heavy motorcycles. I read the instructions, watched all the videos, read the instructions again. Did multiple test rides in my local area before long trip, and struggled with the bike rocking left-right. I know the handlebar straps have to be tight, and the wheel clamps very tight against the tires (which were sized for my specific tires). I ended up using redundant straps, because any slight loss of tension = violent shaking. I added grip friction tape to the wheel chock due to wild rocking at freeway speeds if hit bump. Helped a little.
I purchased the optional hitch stabilizer from Motow and everything was tight.
The bike was stable if the road was smooth - but still rocked badly with uneven freeway roads.
Before my 900 mile round trip I drained all the gas out of my tank to achieve 472 lb dry weight to see if that would help.
During my journey there were 5 episodes of severe rocking that caused me to pull over, take out any slack that may have developed in my 4 straps to the bars, loosen the wheel clamps - straighten the bike back up, then tighten as much as physically possible (pushing into the tire at sides per instructions). I was searching for used trailers before returning home, that is how concerned I was. But I did make it back home in one piece.
I will re-home this to someone with a very light dirt bike, or KTM 390 like in the videos and I am sure it will do OK.”
Bob,
I am sorry you're not having success at setting up your MoTow Motorcycle Tow Hitch correctly. You purchased this in January 2024 and haven't called or emailed MoTow for set-up support, which we would have gladly provided. Thank you for the picture you shared, as it tells a good story.
From your picture, I see you have introduced different handlebar straps and hooks. The set we provided is sufficient when placed properly. Use the straps we provided with the soft tie placed at the outside edge of the handle bars and the hook to the foot pegs or similarly rigid spot on the rear frame. repeat the other side, forming a "V" shape with the straps, from the handle bars to the rear hooks.
The tire cradle straps have duct tape or other material applied by you. This is not specified in the instructions and may be causing problems. This isn't necessary. You may need smaller cradle plates, which we can exchange for you. You may also need to inflate both tires more fully. Please check that they are fully inflated, because even a underinflated front tire can destabilize the tow.
Lastly, please share a picture of your hitch stabilizer installed. This is a critical anti-wobble feature, provided with all MoTow Tow Hitches, because it removes all the play from the receiver/hitch connection. An eighth of an inch of play can make the bike wobble.
Call us or email for more support.
John, our first review request is about your ordering experience. The second is about your product experience and follows 2 weeks after shipping. I apologize for the extra email traffic in our zeal for feedback. We certainly don't intend to offend or get unqualified reviews prior to your experience. Best wishes to you.
Jill
“You’ve got to be kidding? Have you not been reading the many e-mails I’ve sent?
The product was never delivered. According to UPS is was re-routed to Greenwich Ct.”
