It’s funny – swivel hitches actually have nothing to do with hitches. A “swivel hitch” is really a swivel adapter that attaches to the coupler on your trailer, not the hitch on your bike. A swivel adapter allows the coupler on your trailer to rotate further than it would with the standard ball-and-socket connection with the hitch. Is that [...]
Your trailer’s lighting must be attached to your bike just as you connect a trailer to a car. A trailer depends on the vehicle’s system for power and to synchronize the trailer lights with the vehicle. It was once a common practice to wire the trailer harness directly to the bike’s wiring. This is still [...]
Cleaning your trailer is the first step toward maintaining its peak performance and appearance. When cleaning your bike, pull the trailer out for a little TLC. Its broad surfaces are easy to clean and wax and won’t add much time to your overall routine. Wash the trailer’s exterior to avoid damage to the painted surface [...]
The most important thing you can do to increase the longevity of your motorcycle trailer is to store it in a sheltered, dry area. Long term exposure to the elements is the number one killer of all things mechanical. You’ve seen what happens to junker cars and bikes when they’re left out. They begin the [...]
Maintaining the underside of your is less fun than washing and waxing the top side, but contributes the most to the trailer’s trouble-free operation over the years. This includes tire maintenance and inspecting and repacking bearings. Tire maintenance is simple. If your trailer uses regular trailer tires, keep them inflated to at least twenty-five pounds [...]
