Description
Engineering Breakdown
Explore the materials, structural reinforcements and manufacturing details behind every major component of the Adventure Carrier.
- Internally Reinforced Hitch Tube: Built from genuine BlueScope 2″ square steel tubing (3⁄16″ wall) and fortified with a ½” internal plate, plug-welded for heavy-duty structural reinforcement.
- Heavy-Duty Structural Connections: Industrial 3-phase production welding secures the ¼” steel mounting plates directly to the hitch tube, serving as rock-solid connection points for the Bike Track assembly.
- Premium Grade 8 Hardware: Assembled strictly with Grade 8 fasteners—the standard for heavy machinery and military applications—ensuring maximum shear strength.
- Industrial Finish: Pretreated with an abrasive media blast, followed by a premium, dual-layer (two-step) industrial powder coat for ultimate chip and corrosion resistance.
- Rectangular Tube Center Section: (Powdercoated X15 Ripple Orange) 5″ × 2.5″ × 0.165″ wall 6061-T6 aluminum. This high-strength structural alloy is the industry standard for aerospace framework, marine applications, and heavy-duty machinery.
- Formed Aluminum Outer Channel: (Powdercoated Textura Black) 0.197″ 5005-H34 aluminum sheet. CNC-formed to provide integrated tire containment, high-rigidity structural reinforcement, and dedicated mounting points for accessories.
- Front Wheel Chock: CNC-formed from 0.197″ 5005-H34 aluminum sheet, accurately positions the motorcycle during loading while providing secure front tire containment. Its aluminum construction delivers excellent rigidity with significantly less weight than comparable steel designs.
- Structural Track Support Brackets: Precision laser-cut and CNC-formed from 3⁄16″ high-strength steel plate, providing a rigid connection between the Motorcycle Track and Front Wheel Chock for maximum strength and stability.
- Five Strategically Positioned Tie-Down Points: Provide secure attachment options for a wide range of motorcycles. Two front eyelets are mounted on the angled support bar, while three rear tie-down points are integrated into the hitch tube. This layout delivers excellent strap geometry while minimizing holes in the structural hitch tube to preserve maximum strength.
- Optimized Strap Angles: Unlike systems that secure the motorcycle at the extreme front or rear of the track, Rack N Ride’s tie-down points are engineered around the structural hitch tube—the strongest part of the carrier. Positioning the tie-downs close to the carrier’s primary load path minimizes twisting forces on the Motorcycle Track while creating strap angles approaching 90°, providing exceptional stability during transport.
- Vehicle-Assisted Tie-Down: For maximum stability, the inside straps can also be attached directly to your vehicle’s trailer safety chain attachment points. Securing the motorcycle to the vehicle rather than solely to the carrier reduces movement and creates an exceptionally stable transport system.
NOTE:
500 lb maximum motorcycle weight for motorhome, RV, use.
Choosing the Right Options for your Adventure Carrier
To ensure the perfect fit for your vehicle please consider the following options.
Please note that if an optional extra sizing is chosen, the standard item size is no longer included.
Optional Hitch Bar Sizes to match larger hitch receivers
- 2.5″ Square Bar for Class 5 receivers i.e. Ram 2500 – add $250
See “How to measure your hitch size diagram” diagram below.
Rack N Ride Measure your Hitch Size – Click to enlarge
Hitch Tube Length:
If you need a longer hitch tube as per below these will be air freighted from Australia to your door but add $220 in cost, delivery is 7-9 days.
The standard length has the center of the bike channel 19.75″ from the center of the hitch pin hole in the receiver this is suitable for most styleside pickups and SUV’s.
However you will need a longer hitch tube if you have a:
- Spare tire on the rear door
- Rear door with fuel can holders
- Other rear accessories that may obstruct the standard bar
There are 4 longer hitch tube options available: extra 2″, 4″, 6″ or 8″.
See 3 helpful “Main Bar Length” diagrams below – click to enlarge (PDF opens in new window).
Important Safety Note
You must secure your motorcycle at a minimum of four points, six is better, using MX tie-downs or ratchet straps attached to the frame, handlebars, triple clamp, crash bars or rear tire. This is essential for safety.