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AL900SL 25-Jul-2006 08:07

Travelling a Monster
 
Probably a question for the DD boys. Where is the best place to tie down a Monster when travelling? I have three ratchet straps plus other odds and ends. I am picking up a new toy tomorrow from Poole and bringing it back to the Midlands and want it secure. Any advice appreciated.
Cheers Allan R

ChrisBushell 25-Jul-2006 08:19

Take two straps and run them over the bottom yoke and pull them forward. Take a further two and put them through the frame where it goes back up towards the seat.

You should be able to shake the bike and feel the trailer move not the bike, because the suspension is under compression.

AL900SL 25-Jul-2006 08:23

Thanks for the advice Chris

phoenix n max 25-Jul-2006 09:17

I only ever use two straps on mine. Taking one through the trellis just where it bends in to the front of the bike each side. Ratchet down tight - Job Done :)

Tonio600 25-Jul-2006 10:29

4 straps better :)
If one fails, the bike wont fall. Always keeping in mind a strap can fail :lol:

m1keyp 28-Jul-2006 16:17

Get a "bike grab" from these people. http://www.on-bike.com/index.htm

Brilliant as is the bike lift

AL900SL 28-Jul-2006 18:41

Thanks for the comments folks. We got it back safe and sound, the only issue is Mrs R has taken a shine to it and has no been comandered.
Cheers
Allan R


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