Best Trailer For Hauling Spyder

[jbarrett85]

Ok so for the $$ what is the best and safest trailer for hauling my spyder if and when I need to. I am currently looking at the Stinger Can Am Spyder Trailer.

You can see it here: https://www.redlinestands.com/catal..._175_176/stinger-can-am-spyder-trailer-p-2653

I hope it is a good on, because its one im looking at pretty hard. Let me know if there may be a better one for a good price.

Oh and my tow max is 1600 #s, so im limited to a lightweight trailer.

 

[RapidSpyder]

Dang, my 6 by 12 Continental Cargo enclosed was $3200.

 

[asp125]

Enclosed > Open. But since you are limited on tow weight, Kendon offers a Spyder trailer. We had two Kendons in the past for our bikes, and they are quality rigs.

 

[pjweimer]

Depends on your needs

If storage space requirements when you are not using the trailer that Redline may be just the ticket. We have plenty of space to storage a trailer and bought an Air Ride back in 2012 when we bought our first Spyder.

http://the-ultimate-trailers.com/can-am-spyder-trailer.html

We use it a couple of times a year and find it to be a perfect performer.

 

[Eviltwin]

The stinger looks nice, and has the advantage of folding up when not in use. But it is a steel trailer so rust may eventually be an issue. Since you are very limited in tow weight, you could also look at an aluminum trailer. I picked up an Aluma this year and had some chocks made for it but otherwise it's stock. Weighs about 625 from the factory and can haul lots of other stuff unlike the stinger. Last week I hauled a new zero turn mower home on it, try that with the stinger. They also make a dedicated trike hauler trailer that fits a spyder. For the flat trailer, it should be cheaper than the stinger by about 500 bucks.

 

[SpyderJerry]

Aluma 638

I purchased an Aluma 638 trailer this year. I made wheel chocks that I drive onto to lift fruck over the frontg of the trailer bed and gives clearance to not bounce on it. It is 63 inches by 8 foot bed. It weighs 390 and cost a little over $1600 with spare tire. I pull it with my Ford Edge and you hardly know its back there.

 

[Bob Denman]

Iron Horse... :bowdown:
VERY expensive; but worth every penny! :thumbup:

 

[george123]

I have a 6’ x 10’ Utility trailer with a 4’ bifold ramp. Works great. Only $1500.

 

[ChicoFowler]

I got a Bear Track all aluminum 65" x 120" - about 400 pounds. I have a 4 cyl car and needed something a light trailor. The Stinger is a good alternative, but without modification, you can only haul a Spyder. The Bear Track has a bi-fold gate, but with a lighted bump skid on my bike, I had to make ramps in order NOT to crush the skid getting on. Got a 2 x 12 x 8, set of ramp plates for about $50 and I'm in business. Cost for me was reasonable - they run new from 2100 to 2800, depending on dealer.

 

[Wrongway]

Beware of the Stinger trailer. A friend of a friend bought one and after 6 months rust was showing all over the trailer.
On his first short trip with the trailer (just to test it out) 3 of the main bolts on the trailer sheared off so he had to leave the trailer to go home and get necessary things to get it home.
He ended up returning it to the dealer but not sure how he made out money wise.
I ended up with a Triton AUT 1064. Towed the spyder to florida and back to canada. 2800 miles total. Worked great.
here's a pic.

 

[mhoecker]

When we picked up our Spyder we also bought a Triton AUT trailer. Wanted to be able to trailer the bike with the CR-V with a towing capacity of around #1500. This is close and tracks beautifully. Quality built although you have to be mindful of scraping the underside when loading, depending on the angle of the ramp. Our dealer got a couple of boards for us that takes care of everything.

 

[Wrongway]

When we picked up our Spyder we also bought a Triton AUT trailer. Wanted to be able to trailer the bike with the CR-V with a towing capacity of around #1500. This is close and tracks beautifully. Quality built although you have to be mindful of scraping the underside when loading, depending on the angle of the ramp. Our dealer got a couple of boards for us that takes care of everything.

The first time I went to load the Spyder onto the trailer the front scraped.
Since then, before loading I use the jack to raise the front of the trailer whil still attached to the hitch on the vehicle.
No more scraping at all.
Just remember to let the front of the trailer back down before driving away

 

[Eviltwin]

The first time I went to load the Spyder onto the trailer the front scraped.
Since then, before loading I use the jack to raise the front of the trailer whil still attached to the hitch on the vehicle.
No more scraping at all.
Just remember to let the front of the trailer back down before driving away

I ran into that same problem with the aluma trailer. On the camper, I got an adjustable height hitch and raised the front up about 3 inches, on the car, I can use the jack to boost it up. On the dedicated MC trailers, I think the ramp is a bit longer, but there are easy ways to get around the scraping.

 

[MikeT]

Iron Horse... :bowdown:
VERY expensive; but worth every penny! :thumbup:

Sometimes they get used ones in on trade that are a pretty good deal. They only have enclosed trailers for spyders:
a. 2-bike/1-trike trailer, and
b. Widebody
Give them a call and talk with them about what works for you.
Mike

 

[Bob Denman]

Mike,
I just realized something:
Once Tom & Ali set up camp in Florida: we'll have a place to stay down there!! :2thumbs:
I've got to remind him to put a 30 amp RV service out near his driveway!

 

[jbarrett85]

Thank you all for your replies. I will definitely look into other trailers. The last thing I need is the trailer breaking down on me.

 

[RDM]

Drop Tail Trailer

I bought one of these in 2014 and have used it a lot. I put the optional stone guard on the front. Trailer weights about 600 lbs. Solid deck so it can be used to haul other things. Also folds up and stands up for storage if space is a problem. Good quality. No problems. A bit pricey but very versatile.

 

[slick999]

I purchased an Aluma 638 trailer this year. I made wheel chocks that I drive onto to lift fruck over the frontg of the trailer bed and gives clearance to not bounce on it. It is 63 inches by 8 foot bed. It weighs 390 and cost a little over $1600 with spare tire. I pull it with my Ford Edge and you hardly know its back there.View attachment 162928View attachment 162929View attachment 162930

Now thats a perfect fit,will have to look into one of those.

 

[Jarred]

Trailer

I’m in the market for a trailer as well. I filled out that form from Ultimate Trailer to get a quote from them, can’t wait to hear the price........
so right now, I’m leaning towards the Stinger. Great for storing when not being used and they have great reviews. I have 2 kids, so trailering the Spyder to Lage George or VA Beach sounds like a lot of fun.
‘Keep us in the loop, good luck!

 

[CA Railwhale]

ultimate trailer

I’m in the market for a trailer as well. I filled out that form from Ultimate Trailer to get a quote from them, can’t wait to hear the price........
so right now, I’m leaning towards the Stinger. Great for storing when not being used and they have great reviews. I have 2 kids, so trailering the Spyder to Lage George or VA Beach sounds like a lot of fun.
‘Keep us in the loop, good luck!

I got a quote from them. It was just about six grand for a loaded open trailer. It looks like a great trailer, but that's pretty steep in my opinion.