See separate instructions pages containing videos and PDFs for:
We have a new version of the Anti Tilt Bracket, we are no longer using the U Bolt as shown in the video.
Click on the Anti Tilt Bracket Instructions PDF below to see the new version.
| LED Tail light Kit | US 7 Pin Round Plug (according to SAE traditional) |
|---|---|
| What each wire on the kit does | What each pin in the plug does |
| RED – RH Ind / Stop | Pin 6 – Green – RH Ind / Stop |
| YELLOW – LH Ind / Stop ; | Pin 5 – Yellow – LH Ind / Stop |
| BLACK – Tail / Running | Pin 3 – Brown – Tail / Running |
| WHITE – Earth | Pin 1 – White – Earth |
Adventure Bike Carrier Instructions
You must secure your bike from at least six points, you must use MX Tie Downs or Ratchet Straps from your bikes frame, crash bars, triple clamp, handlebars to the secondary tie down points on the bike carrier.
DO NOT rely solely on the hardware to the foot pegs.
With Adventure bikes you should be securing to three points each side of the bike.
If you use the hardware onto the bikes pegs you must also strap off the bikes frame each side – you must also run a strap through the turnbuckles to prevent them vibrating loose.
PLUS a set of straps off the forks, handlebars up front also. The straps off the forks I pull down 1/2″, they are a double back up.
OR strap off the crash bars each side.
This means you’ve secured the bike off the pegs, frame, triple clamp or crash bars, three points each side of the bike.
See videos below.
USA LED Kit USA 7 Round Plug according to SAE Traditional
This is what each wire on the kit does This is what each pin in the plug does
RED – RH Ind / Stop Pin 6 – Green – RH Ind / Stop
YELLOW – LH Ind / Stop Pin 5 – Yellow – LH Ind / Stop
BLACK – Tail / Running Pin 3 – Brown – Tail / Running
WHITE – Earth Pin 1 – White – Earth
Sports Carrier Instructions
You must secure your bike from at least six points, that’s three each side of the bike as per below.
With Sport bikes you should be running at least 3 points each side so that will be your backup / safety line also.
You can strap off the bikes frame each side.
Tyre Downs on the rear tyre are also effective.
Straps off the handlebars – Handlebar Harness – we pull down 1/4″, they are a double back up.
Refer to videos below and on Sports PRODUCT page.
All the bolts are in this carrier where they need to be.
You only need to remove the three M12 x 170 in the centre to fit the Bike Channel to the Main Bar into your tow bar.
NOTE:
We keep the tolerance as tight as we can between these 2 parts, if the Bike Channel will not drop into the Main Bar just nip up 1 of the M10 x 170 bolts in the bracing to the very right.
This will squeeze the Bike Channel assembly together and help drop in.
If that doesn’t work then nip up one of the M10 x 170 bolts that the front Tie Down Bracket bolts to.
Once the Bike Channel drops into the Main Bar you will probably need to loosen the M10 x 170’s you just tightened to allow the M12 bolts to slide through the assembly.
USA LED Kit USA 7 Round Plug according to SAE Traditional
This is what each wire on the kit does This is what each pin in the plug does
RED – RH Ind / Stop Pin 6 – Green – RH Ind / Stop
YELLOW – LH Ind / Stop Pin 5 – Yellow – LH Ind / Stop
BLACK – Tail / Running Pin 3 – Brown – Tail / Running
WHITE – Earth Pin 1 – White – Earth
Motorcycle Carrier Frequently Asked Questions
How do I attach my motorcycle rack?
Fitting a Rack N Ride Motorcycle Carrier to your vehicle is as easy as removing the tongue from your hitch and sliding the Rack N Ride into place.
Secure the Rack N Ride bike hauler with your vehicles hitch pin.
All Rack N Ride bike carriers are supplied with Shim Plates and a Anti Tilt bracket that once tightened, eliminates movement in the vehicle’s receiver.
For detailed instructions on how to use the motorcycle hitch hauler, click here.
How can I transport my motorcycle with a car?
Are motorcycle carriers safe?
A Rack N Ride Hitch Hauler is a safe and effective way to transport your motorcycle.
Our Motorcycle Haulers have multiple points to strap your bike to the carrier, enabling fast and secure loading.
For added safety, all our hitch-mounted motorcycle carriers are supplied with indicator, stop and running LED kits.
How do I use a motorcycle carrier?
Rack N Ride Motorcycle Hitch Haulers are designed for easy one-man operation, loading, and unloading your motorcycle in minutes.
Our vehicle-mounted motorcycle hitch carriers have multiple tie-down positions to secure your bike fast and effectively, while the Rack N Ride Loading Ramps can be stored between the motorcycle and vehicle while in transport.
For detailed instructions on how to use the motorcycle hitch hauler, click here.
How do I use a motorcycle carrier?
Rack N Ride Motorcycle Hitch Haulers are designed for easy one-man operation, loading, and unloading your motorcycle in minutes.
Our vehicle-mounted motorcycle hitch carriers have multiple tie-down positions to secure your bike fast and effectively, while the Rack N Ride Loading Ramps can be stored between the motorcycle and vehicle while in transport.
Will a motorbike carrier break my hitch?
There is no structural issue using hitch-mounted motorbike racks, provided you keep below your hitches tongue weight capacity.
Can I get a carrier for my e-bike?
Most bicycles, MTB, e-bikes will fit straight on a Rack N Ride motorcycle hauler. Bicycles can be secured using straps off the seat post and handlebars for quick, easy and safe transportation.
Are motorbike carriers legal?
Most states require the vehicle registration or license plates to be visible as well as no obstruction to the vehicles lights.
Rack N Ride Hitch Haulers are supplied with an LED kit including license plate lights and a dedicated position to mount an auxiliary license plate.