Any input on the Optimal angle of trailer ramps for loading a Spyder?

[NutinElse2do]

Afternoon all,

Waiting on a few more things before taking delivery of our New 2025 S2S, hopefully, next week (happy dance)!

We are now searching for enclosed trailers (6.5 x 12 ) and have seen several that fit our needs, but have barn doors (68 inch opening) only no ramp.

What I am curious is, if the AI response is correct regarding the angle the ramps needs to be.

The ideal ramp angle for loading a Can-Am Spyder RT Limited is between 16 and 23 degrees, with 18 degrees often cited as a good target. A lower angle, such as below 19 degrees, is preferable to prevent the front of the Spyder from scraping on the ground.

I am trying to figure the approximate ramp length I need using rise run calculations, but 16 to 23 degrees is a wide window.

If I could get input from people who have the ideal set up (no blocks etc), it would help me determine the ramp angle/length I need.

Example (my rise to the trailer floor is 19 inches and my ramps are 5 ft long).

Thanks in advance,

NutinElse2Do aka Richard and Nikki
Almost own a 2025 RT Limited S2S…

 

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Thread 'What do you think of these Ramps for loading a Spyder onto an aluminum utility trailer?'

Jan 16, 2025

Just wondering what you folks think of these ramps for loading? Overkill? Just right? Not enough? Was going to get 3 of these. According to Discount Ramps measurement equation, it seems an 8' ramp will do. The trailer is 6'x10' with a 20" deck height. The Spyder weighs 1000 pounds, with me an extra 200, so would a 1000 ramp in the center be enough?

https://www.discountramps.com/motorcycle/ramps/p/311215/?srsltid=AfmBOopovoYlCFV_DfP58vhv9Fff2PCx053dPhJAnpXem8Ouo3PGq8njp1U&gPromoCode=10offlfashsalewke12025&gQT=1

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