robin
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« on: May 23, 2009, 11:57:57 AM » |
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Anybody have any suggestions on a ramp to load the Valk up without spending alot for them and how long do ya think they should be for easy loading?
Robin
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R J
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« Reply #1 on: May 23, 2009, 12:34:54 PM » |
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Anybody have any suggestions on a ramp to load the Valk up without spending alot for them and how long do ya think they should be for easy loading?
Robin
What are you loading it onto, that does make a difference....... If it is a trailer, and you live close to me, I have A wide aluminum ramp you can come and get for the price of your time and gas...... Middle of the state, Iowa, right where I-35 & I-80 junction |
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robin
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« Reply #2 on: May 23, 2009, 02:42:00 PM » |
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I live in NJ and will be loading it into the back of my F150.
Thanks for the offer RJ much appreciated.
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R J
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« Reply #3 on: May 23, 2009, 04:10:39 PM » |
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I live in NJ and will be loading it into the back of my F150.
Thanks for the offer RJ much appreciated.
I can't find the website now, but ya need the ones that are 3 wide and curved so the under carriage doesn't drag............... Hope ya has plenty of help to get it out, going in is easy. Ride it in..... |
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« Reply #4 on: May 23, 2009, 04:21:35 PM » |
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I have found when loading a bike into a pickup
you can try two things.
1 look for a ditch you can back the truck into and drive the bike in.
2 look for a bike dealer that has a ramp the you can use.
Shortleg[Dave]
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robin
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« Reply #5 on: May 24, 2009, 04:28:24 AM » |
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If you have the wide ramps why is it harder to get out than in?
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« Reply #6 on: May 24, 2009, 04:51:27 AM » |
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I don't know about ramps, but backing out of a tilting trailer, the front brake doesn't hold very well and you end up with a locked front wheel sliding backwards and that isn't advantageous to any kind of control. When the front wheel starts sliding, you really need some help to control that 800 lb monster...JTL  |
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« Reply #7 on: May 24, 2009, 04:57:39 AM » |
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Here's a little trick when backing down a ramp. Put the bike in first gear (NOT running of course). Now when you back down the ramp you sorta' have two brakes.
By feathering the clutch, you're using it as a rear brake...................
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« Reply #8 on: May 24, 2009, 05:53:44 AM » |
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Great tip, Walt! I'll remember that if I ever have to put mine in a trailer again. Only been in a trailer twice and both times it was my fault and not the bike's...JTL  |
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« Reply #10 on: May 24, 2009, 04:26:37 PM » |
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I have a set that is arched, 100" long. I think I paid about $450 and will sell them for $200 and shipping.
pm me for details. I am in N. AL
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« Reply #11 on: May 24, 2009, 09:29:37 PM » |
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Grocery store loading dock's are just about the same height of a standard pickup bed. I've used them a couple of times for loading bikes.
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