I have one of these HF carriers and the problem I have with it is that when you go to remove the bike, you have to lift the front wheel out of the 'hole' that it's down in. My TW200 front tire goes down pretty deep into that hole, so you're having to lift 150 lb. or more of front wheel, front suspension, and engine up and out of the hole before you can roll the bike off the carrier, which is hard to do alone while trying to balance the bike at the same time. Because of this, I put pins across the front tire area of the carrier so the front wheel sits on top of the carrier and doesn't extend down into a hole. I also removed the clamps for the front wheel but I put ratchet straps over the top of the front and rear tires to hold them down tight to the carrier. I'm going to experiment with flipping over the clamps so that they grip the front tire over the top of the carrier rather than the bottom to see if they will work that way. This carrier is still a work in progress for me and every solo loading and unloading is an adventure.
Bought this model to haul my Pig ( xr650L) home when I bought it. I mounted it on my RV and it looked fine but wasn't keen on being 50 pounds under the max weight limit of the carrier. Bought the Black widow 500 pounder for the same price and was amazed how much sturdier it is even the thickness of the end that goes in your reciever. If you have a "portly" bike just get the black widow and don't worry about seeing your bike sliding in the rearview mirror @ 70 mph
@@PSBEadventures sounds good. I was looking at another rack, but it’s like $400 bucks so I think I’ll go this route. Picking up a new tw here in southeast Missouri next week so I’ll need something since for my Tacoma
Looks like you’ve owned this for over a year. How is it holding up and how often do you use it? I’m thinking about getting the ‘23 CT and this would be awesome to have.
Holding up really well. I use it a good bit if I'm going on solo rides and camping trips. Zero issues so far. I think the black widow one is made a ton better if you want to feel just a bit more confident about it.
When customizing strap length take torch and heat sacrificial putty knife edge and push it straight down on nylon strap at desired length and that will make a clean sealed cut and prevents fraying. Try it!
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Hey what's up mate, you got some excellent taste in vehicles, I also have a Samurai and a DR350 :) I was wondering if you've ever tried to load up your DR350 on the back of the Samurai with the motorcycle carrier, and if so how did it work? That's my dream but don't know if the DR is gonna be too heavy... although it looks like with all the extra gas and stuff on your CT125 it couldn't be that much lighter than a DR with an empty gas tank.
Appreciate that man! Love to see some pictures of your setup. I did some bracing from the factory hitch up to the frame to sturdy up the factory hitch. I have definitely put the DR on the back of the Sammy just to mock it up. I haven't driven with it back there but it seemed plenty fine. Appreciate you watching man. Shoot me some pictures to my email in the about section if ya like!
@@PSBEadventures So did you just weld a receiver onto the stock bar at the back? That looks like an easy option, I was thinking I'd have to fabricate a whole bumper or receiver to be able to handle the load of a bike.
@@nervousbreakdown1108 yep, just welded a receiver to the stock bar and then at the back of the receiver welded a bar up to the frame. It tries to bend if not
@nervousbreakdown1108 wanted to let you know I went on about a 175mi trek with the DR on the back of the Sammy, did great. Seems like you could almost ride a wheelie over the fire breaks with it back there 😀
Great video. Thanks for sharing. I have KTM 390 Adventure and a Honda crf300l but I can see a CT125 in my future. I have a Black Widow 600 lb steel carrier but the damn thing weighs over 100 lbs and is a pain in the ass to put on the car. I plan on buying the new Harbor freight rack and lose at least 50lbs in the process.
@@PSBEadventures I love it for when my day consists of mainly dirt. When I'm mainly road but with some dirt thrown in I'm on the 390. They are a nice combo to own.
Awesome! I'm not really happy that it's super cheap, but it's definitely served its purpose for the light bike. Black widow is probably the best one for durability.
Actually, it’s supposed to be loaded from one particular end, and you have it loaded backwards. The front tire should be where those three pins are, and you actually let it set down between two of them, and you insert the center pin over the rim so it can’t pop out. The clamp that you clamped to your front wheel is supposed to be clamping on the back wheel.
I have one of these HF carriers and the problem I have with it is that when you go to remove the bike, you have to lift the front wheel out of the 'hole' that it's down in. My TW200 front tire goes down pretty deep into that hole, so you're having to lift 150 lb. or more of front wheel, front suspension, and engine up and out of the hole before you can roll the bike off the carrier, which is hard to do alone while trying to balance the bike at the same time. Because of this, I put pins across the front tire area of the carrier so the front wheel sits on top of the carrier and doesn't extend down into a hole. I also removed the clamps for the front wheel but I put ratchet straps over the top of the front and rear tires to hold them down tight to the carrier. I'm going to experiment with flipping over the clamps so that they grip the front tire over the top of the carrier rather than the bottom to see if they will work that way. This carrier is still a work in progress for me and every solo loading and unloading is an adventure.
Very good review and tips - thank you.
That is one beautiful combination. Nice setup!
Thanks!!
Thanks for the video brother just threw mine onto the hitch today! Went to Harbor Freight yesterday
Awesome!!!
He exact video I was looking for. Thanks brother ,👍
Thanks for watching man!!!
Bought this model to haul my Pig ( xr650L) home when I bought it. I mounted it on my RV and it looked fine but wasn't keen on being 50 pounds under the max weight limit of the carrier. Bought the Black widow 500 pounder for the same price and was amazed how much sturdier it is even the thickness of the end that goes in your reciever. If you have a "portly" bike just get the black widow and don't worry about seeing your bike sliding in the rearview mirror @ 70 mph
Yep, agreed for a 650. Black Widow is very well built
hey man! thanks for the video. with the extra weight on the back, did steering/braking act any different since its a pretty light suv?
Not bad at all. The CT is pretty lightweight
I just got one of these HB haulers - i think it's going to work fine.
Oh yeah, this one here in the video is still holding up well.
Love that little samura! Looks awesome with the Honda on the back. Have you noticed it blocking your taillights in the dark?
Definitely a little bit. I think I'm going to add some lights to the carrier maybe
@@PSBEadventures sounds good. I was looking at another rack, but it’s like $400 bucks so I think I’ll go this route. Picking up a new tw here in southeast Missouri next week so I’ll need something since for my Tacoma
Looks like you’ve owned this for over a year. How is it holding up and how often do you use it? I’m thinking about getting the ‘23 CT and this would be awesome to have.
Holding up really well. I use it a good bit if I'm going on solo rides and camping trips. Zero issues so far. I think the black widow one is made a ton better if you want to feel just a bit more confident about it.
When customizing strap length take torch and heat sacrificial putty knife edge and push it straight down on nylon strap at desired length and that will make a clean sealed cut and prevents fraying. Try it!
Oh yeah! All my older straps are done that way. Reluctant to do it to the new ones thinking I'll need that extra length 😀
I want one of those little honda bikes!
No complaints!!! Get you one! Southern powersports in Chattanooga will sell you one out the door for MSRP
Where did you get the chair I can’t find it anywhere
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Hey what's up mate, you got some excellent taste in vehicles, I also have a Samurai and a DR350 :) I was wondering if you've ever tried to load up your DR350 on the back of the Samurai with the motorcycle carrier, and if so how did it work? That's my dream but don't know if the DR is gonna be too heavy... although it looks like with all the extra gas and stuff on your CT125 it couldn't be that much lighter than a DR with an empty gas tank.
Appreciate that man! Love to see some pictures of your setup. I did some bracing from the factory hitch up to the frame to sturdy up the factory hitch. I have definitely put the DR on the back of the Sammy just to mock it up. I haven't driven with it back there but it seemed plenty fine. Appreciate you watching man. Shoot me some pictures to my email in the about section if ya like!
@@PSBEadventures So did you just weld a receiver onto the stock bar at the back? That looks like an easy option, I was thinking I'd have to fabricate a whole bumper or receiver to be able to handle the load of a bike.
@@nervousbreakdown1108 yep, just welded a receiver to the stock bar and then at the back of the receiver welded a bar up to the frame. It tries to bend if not
@nervousbreakdown1108 wanted to let you know I went on about a 175mi trek with the DR on the back of the Sammy, did great. Seems like you could almost ride a wheelie over the fire breaks with it back there 😀
Great video. Thanks for sharing. I have KTM 390 Adventure and a Honda crf300l but I can see a CT125 in my future. I have a Black Widow 600 lb steel carrier but the damn thing weighs over 100 lbs and is a pain in the ass to put on the car. I plan on buying the new Harbor freight rack and lose at least 50lbs in the process.
Thanks for watching! How you like the 300l?
@@PSBEadventures I love it for when my day consists of mainly dirt. When I'm mainly road but with some dirt thrown in I'm on the 390. They are a nice combo to own.
What size gas can is that on the back of the bike?
1.5g rotopax. I think the 1.5g is discontinued but I could be wrong
Awesome review! Thanks
Thanks! Glad to help!
What size are the spacers on the back as mine were missing with the cotter pins?
I think 7/16 or 1/2, I can measure them for you
Herold, the pin diameter measures just under 12mm or .468" with dial calipers and is aprox 9 1/2" long. Hope it helps man!
@@PSBEadventures Thanks
@@PSBEadventures What does this mean? "with dial calipers"? Is that the cotter pins?
@@nopepsi2 dial calipers are what I used to measure the diameter of that rod that you said you lost. Vernier calipers
Thanks !! 😂 i just followed the link you sent me !
Awesome! I'm not really happy that it's super cheap, but it's definitely served its purpose for the light bike. Black widow is probably the best one for durability.
Good to know ! I love the fact you have a Samurai .. we are cut from the same cloth !! 😂
@@masterofnone11 it's been a great machine!
Great job. Thanks
You are more than welcome
Actually, it’s supposed to be loaded from one particular end, and you have it loaded backwards. The front tire should be where those three pins are, and you actually let it set down between two of them, and you insert the center pin over the rim so it can’t pop out. The clamp that you clamped to your front wheel is supposed to be clamping on the back wheel.
Tried it that way, didn't like it. Jankey feeling like that
Enjoy the video what do you want to sell the Suzuki
Thanks.
Anytime! Thanks for watching!
Very nice, thank you
Anytime!
I wonder if i could put this on the back of my mini van 😅
I have no doubt
@@PSBEadventures been looking at the black widow brand..might go with that one.
@@masterofnone11 don't think you can go wrong with that one! I'd like to have one one day
Harbor Freight -- now $169.99 --- gonna get me one. :)
Worth every penny!!
what in the hell are u haulin? got a moped on a flip mobile . lmfao
🤣🤣🤣🤣 I like to ride wheelies!!