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Post by bigguy on Mar 23, 2017 20:07:02 GMT -5
Yeah, I'm loving it! It has a lot of smooth power at 300ccs and even 2-up, it holds 60 mph with no problem. I'm not a fan of the small windscreen, but I'll get used to it. -Rich |
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Post by bigguy on Mar 18, 2017 20:29:15 GMT -5
Looks like you did your homework pretty well! Have a bone!
One of these days I have to get over there and crack a few cold ones with you! -Rich |
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Post by bigguy on Mar 18, 2017 20:19:00 GMT -5
Long time no see bigguy . Nice scooter! JR I have never seen you JR  -Rich |
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Post by bigguy on Mar 17, 2017 19:26:57 GMT -5
Not to argue since I have zero skills with weight distribution etc, but it looks to me like all Rich did was add a second support to stabilize his carrier, 'cause it looks the same distance out as in the original photo. Which seems like such a simple solution to the tilting of his carrier, yet nobody's created a solution before (at least not that they've publicized) Me, I say good job, Big Guy! >'Kat Thanks Kat! I think the point he was making is, someone is going to overload their motorhome unknowingly, just because someone else did it. Most RVers don't even know what a 4 corner weight is. Some know how to balance with a truck scale, but most just hit the road, overweight and unbalanced and wonder why they can't handle the drive! He brought out some good points and a disclaimer is indeed in order! -Rich |
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Post by bigguy on Mar 17, 2017 19:21:09 GMT -5
Okay, so I'll take these points one at a time. As a former truck driver I am very aware of load distribution. And since my Ford truck dealer offers me free four corner weights, I take advantage of that. I have not had it weighed since the mod, but I plan to. Prior to the mod, I had three different corner weights done and made adjustments accordingly to the storage to correct as best as possible. I also had a Cat weight done. I have a 228 WB, 22K GVW and axled out at 7420 front, and 12,960 rear with a full tank of gas and propane and 3/4 fresh water, 3/4 black, with passengers. Everything, including tires was a go and my weight distribution was nearly perfect. All three water tanks are either at, or in front of the rear axle.
My load hasn't changed. I did not move the receiver any further back. All I did was add an extra support to prevent tilt and add stability, plus take some of the load off the main support for the carrier, which is plugged into a 9" extension. It is 31" from the hitch to the scooter wheels.
Agreed. And with that said, I'm assuming that you're suggesting a disclaimer on the article in the blog. I'll take that advise and get that done. I'm long winded to begin with, so I usually publish with the less is more attitude, but in this case, you're right, I should add more...
I am not that far back, It's 31 inches from the hitch to the tire rail.
My F53 rides on two six or eight inch U rails, I don't remember which, front to rear, with several cross supports. In the rear, there is a 10mm U cross frame connecting the two rails with two 45 degree six foot corner supports. The trailer hitch is both welded to the U cross member and bolted to the upper frame. I have been under the motorhome many times while on the lift at the shop and there are no extensions on the main supports that I can see, but even if there were, done properly it wouldn't make a difference. It appears they run front to back, one piece.
I appreciate your input and I will go ahead and put a disclaimer in the blog post... thanks!
-Rich
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Post by bigguy on Mar 17, 2017 0:34:04 GMT -5
I feel really comfortable with the engineer's software results. He took measurements of ALL the structural metal, hitch, frame, etc., and the software generated the results. When you're talking hauling a motorcycle or scooter, I do believe 500-800 lbs can be carried by most... Remember, my hitch was already rated at 500 lbs tongue. This was a reinforcement to keep the carrier from tilting and the deck level. Thanks for your input though!
-Rich
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Post by bigguy on Mar 16, 2017 23:23:13 GMT -5
For those of you who know me, I have had Chinese scooters since they came directly from China, in a wooden crate, unassembled, and with no instructions! That's a long time ago! Well i decided to go Taiwanese this time. This is my new to me, SYM Citicom i300.  She's a 2009 with 2400 miles and runs like the devil! Quality feels good! -Rich |
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Post by bigguy on Mar 16, 2017 22:50:49 GMT -5
Hi Everyone, I recently invented a new mod for a motorcycle carrier, and I call it the Rich Hitch (pats himself on the back!)  This is a modification to an existing motorcycle carrier. Here's the link to my blog with the description.Let me know what you think! -Rich |
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