These trailer parts came along so I grabbed for a good price. Now that they are home I'm trying to determine if my '83 1100 can pull a small teardrop without hurting the bike. I think I can keep the weight under 400 lbs (wet weight), and the height low enough to see over in the mirrors.
The question is can the bike handle this load? the shape desired would be a small modified teardrop. The frame is aluminum and about 25 lbs. The axle is welded steel torsion style and about 70 lbs.
Should I be looking for an earlier year 1100 for lower gearing or is the '83 capable?
Any comments are welcome, we are in the design phase two...the HF option isn't off the table yet.
The question is can the bike handle this load? the shape desired would be a small modified teardrop. The frame is aluminum and about 25 lbs. The axle is welded steel torsion style and about 70 lbs.
Should I be looking for an earlier year 1100 for lower gearing or is the '83 capable?
Any comments are welcome, we are in the design phase two...the HF option isn't off the table yet.