Post by rockinez on Mar 6, 2014 22:55:38 GMT -5
I bought one of the Harbor Freight scooter carriers
www.harborfreight.com/400-lb-receiver-mount-motorcycle-carrier-99721.html
It is very sturdy for $116.
It is made of heavy aluminum and has a ramp that you connect to the side you want to roll up on, and then attaches at the other end at front wheel so you can roll it off.
It is a little wide, and the brake light idea is a good one. If you have a 2" receiver, you most likely have your trailer wiring all there to make it easy.
It is heavy, at about 45 to 50 pounds.
I recommend a hitch lock, as it gets a lot of attention, not always from the right folks. Also chain down the ramp in it's stow position to assure it has not been sold for scrap when you return to your truck.
I use it a lot when I am taking my truck in for service. I don't need a ride if I take my scooter with me, but warn the service people that there is an extra 2' of aluminum on the back of the truck, and not to smash it. Better yet, I throw it in the back and chain it to the bed so it doesn't get wrecked.
You can see it with the scooter onboard. Not so much without the scooter.