09-21-2016, 04:27 AM
I would only use ratcheting straps, but only because that's what I've used in the past and I know what to expect from them.
I would loop the tie-downs over the lower triple instead of using canyon dancers on the stock bars.
Per longranger's original reply, no need to go nuts compressing the forks. An inch or two should be fine. But 200 miles isn't that long a trip so if you get zealous the forks can probably take it.
If you're renting the same UHaul trailer I usually use, I like to run a strap through the rear wheel, between the two rear corner tie-down points (using softstraps as little strap extensions if needed). Very little tension on that strap; just enough to help stabilize everything over bumps, during braking, etc.
Congrats on the find!
I would loop the tie-downs over the lower triple instead of using canyon dancers on the stock bars.
Per longranger's original reply, no need to go nuts compressing the forks. An inch or two should be fine. But 200 miles isn't that long a trip so if you get zealous the forks can probably take it.
If you're renting the same UHaul trailer I usually use, I like to run a strap through the rear wheel, between the two rear corner tie-down points (using softstraps as little strap extensions if needed). Very little tension on that strap; just enough to help stabilize everything over bumps, during braking, etc.
Congrats on the find!