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Old 02-21-2004, 07:41 PM   #1 (permalink)
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towing capacity

has anyone tried to tow anything with the ssr yet. I will get a light harness installed next week and try to tow the casita in a coupla weeks.

it tops out at about 2100 lbs so I think it'll be ok.

just wondering if anyone has tried yet.

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Old 02-26-2004, 11:25 AM   #2 (permalink)
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When the load is within the 2500 lb limit, towing is efforless. You can hardly tell there is a trailer unless you look in the rear view mirror. Obviously, acceleration capability is reduced. I have done this on some very twisty roads and there is very little effect on the overall handling.
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Old 02-26-2004, 09:07 PM   #3 (permalink)
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what are you towing, is the hitch easy to install?
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Old 02-26-2004, 11:23 PM   #4 (permalink)
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stop this non-sense... Why do you want to tow with such a beauty? It's like dating Ms America but keeping her in bad outfits...
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Old 02-26-2004, 11:38 PM   #5 (permalink)
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No Jet Skis in the Chicago Metro Area?

I'm also going to haul my '85 Kawasaki ZL900a Eliminator - another first year release vehicle w/ a low VIN# - built in Lincoln Nebraska - to car shows in the future...
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Old 02-27-2004, 10:13 AM   #6 (permalink)
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The hitch is actually one of the neat features on an SSR. There is a keyed knob that is part of the hitch bar that makes the installation of the hitch very easy. It locks in place with a key so that it is difficult to steal. Finding the trailer wires and putting on your electrical connector is the hard part.
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Old 02-27-2004, 10:45 AM   #7 (permalink)
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electrical hookup

is there an electrical hookup or do I need to add one?

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Old 02-27-2004, 02:47 PM   #8 (permalink)
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wiring is taped to frame you will have to add your plug I tow my harleys behind mine
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Old 02-28-2004, 07:43 PM   #9 (permalink)
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I want to tow my Yamaha Venture behind my SSR. The Venture is close to 900 lbs.

Any comments on what trailer to buy?

Appreciate any input.

An SSr towing any bike.....now that's heaven!

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Old 03-01-2004, 11:40 AM   #10 (permalink)
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Chariot trailers ,in Tampa will manufacture an open fiberglass trailer for motorcycle's. I talked to the owner at Daytona Bike Week, last year. He will color the fiberglass to match the tow vehicle or the motorcycle. I will order my trailer Ultra Violet with a silver stripe to match my 02 Harley V-Rod. With all options and chrome wheels,less than $2000. fob Tampa.
http://www.chariot-trailer.com/cs_9.htm

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Old 03-02-2004, 07:35 AM   #11 (permalink)
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Hitch Connector Wiring Location

Can someone point me to the exact location of the wires for the hitch. I looked and can't find them. My owner's manual says " driver's side under the rear of the car." Thanks in advance.
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Old 03-02-2004, 08:51 AM   #12 (permalink)
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They are folded back and taped to the harness at the left rear corner of the frame.
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