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RE: Any problems with towing a F2? - 1/20/2008 4:02:07 AM

tazshido

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I had a similar unit, called "roll-a-bike" that I used to tow a Suzuki T500 Titan behind a mazda 323 from Cheyenne Wyoming to San Diego CA. Worked without a problem. Two warnings though. You CANNOT back up with the bike in place, and you MUST remove the drive chain before you tow. Roll-a-bike said that severe damage can take place if the chain is allowed to turn the internals without the engine running. I followed all the recomendations and my Titan ended up with about 4000 towed miles before I wrecked it (not while towing).

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RE: Any problems with towing a F2? - 1/20/2008 11:21:45 AM

radtechrider

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I think the "UNDERTAKER" is an appropreiate name for that POS. Looks like a death trap for your bike. No way I would put my bike in a situation like that. I have a cell phone and friends or would gladly pay $50 for a tow over jepordizing my ride. Did you notice the straps covered both the clutch and brake levers? What if you turn to avoid hitting someone/something if you didnt sling your bike to the ground it looks like you would bend the crap out of both of them.

Hey its your bike, but I think the majority here think its a bad idea. If you do get one I would suggest you do what the rider who used one said and remove the chain. Also the post about the extra wear on the rear tire w/o your but in the seat sucks too.

I wouldnt use this product. TSC also sells fold up motorcycle trailer and ebay has kits too.

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RE: Any problems with towing a F2? - 1/20/2008 11:27:50 AM

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Just spend $100 and build a small trailer with a ramp, and you're set... U-Built trailer for the win!

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RE: Any problems with towing a F2? - 2/6/2008 9:53:40 PM

Jsalty

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i got a 4 by 8 foot utility trailer used for $100 bucks.. I tow my F2 with a civic

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RE: Any problems with towing a F2? - 2/7/2008 12:31:03 AM

rider0033

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that'd be a big 10 no good buddy

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RE: Any problems with towing a F2? - 2/9/2008 3:46:33 PM

Jsalty

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ORIGINAL: rider0033

that'd be a big 10 no good buddy

what are you talking about?

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RE: Any problems with towing a F2? - 2/9/2008 4:38:03 PM

james1300

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Heres something to think about. Is there any chance that an internal output bearing is lubricated using oil pressure? In an F2.
My Old Honda CBX has an out put shaft bearing that gets its oil from OIL PRESSURE.
If the engine isnt on, the bearing isnt getting lube. Honda even cautioned about rolling to a stop with the engine off.
At the very least the chain should be taken off, allowing the rear wheel to roll without
spinning the counter shaft.

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RE: Any problems with towing a F2? - 2/11/2008 10:54:19 AM

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