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Re: [GMCnet] Hitch mounted Motorcycle - Scooter carriers [message #325976 is a reply to message #325973] Mon, 13 November 2017 18:58 Go to previous messageGo to previous message
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I realize, we show tongue weight of 1,000 lbs, however, to be able to drive
comfortably is an issue.
There are few accessory that can be used to transfer the load .
Were a Blue Ox Distributor and sell the Sway Pro weight distribution hitch
which makes a difference when the tongue weight exceeds 500 lbs.

On Mon, Nov 13, 2017 at 4:42 PM, Jim Kanomata wrote:

> Should you elect to mount it in the back, we supply the HD Square receiver
> hitch that can handle.
> Were also working on a front mount with the Square receiver.
> Rick Flanagan will need to assist us on load calculations.
> I'm begining to see that the front mount has some limitation on weight
> capacity.
> Like any kit, we learned from Blue Ox, the towing people that you never
> want to weld onto a frame, just bolt it.
>
>
> On Sun, Nov 12, 2017 at 5:32 PM, Mike wrote:
>
>> powerjon wrote on Sun, 12 November 2017 09:23
>>> Mike,
>>> Find one that fit the Vespa weight and size and in the price range that
>> you can afford. Don't go cheap, mid range is probably best. Not an issue
>>> as for weight for the carrying the Vespa. I know a several that have
>> mounted the Honda Elite model 250. Depends totally on the type of hitch
>>> mounted on the rear of the GMC. Receiver type is the only one that I
>> would use, bumper bolt on is a NOT for usage.
>>>
>>> JR Wright
>>> GMC Great Laker MHC
>>> GMC Eastern States Charter Member
>>> GMCGL Tech Editor
>>> GMCMI
>>> 78 GMC Buskirk 30' Stretch
>>> 1975 GMC Avion (Under Reconstruction)
>>> Michigan
>>>
>>>
>>>> On Nov 12, 2017, at 9:00 AM, Mike wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Hello All, i'm looking for suggestions on the best way to carry
>> along a 250 pound Vespa motor scooter?
>>>>
>>>> I am looking at hitch - mounted carriers for this application, do
>> you have any experience with a specific model or what would you recommend?
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Thanks for your opinions,
>>>> Regards,
>>>> Mike
>>>>
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>>
>> Thanks JR, I agree the hitch mount is the way to go.The Vespa weighs in
>> at ~265 lbs, going with a carrier that will handle 400 to 500 lbs should be
>> more than sufficient to support the scooter.
>>
>> Thanks again,
>> Regards,
>> Mike
>>
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