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Post by strangerdejavu on Apr 28, 2006 13:35:33 GMT -5
Ok, so maybe this isn't your normal post for "tips and tricks" but I think it applies! Here's the scenario: I live in an apartment (so there's not a whole lot of storage space) with my girlfriend (who's of average female strength). I also have a Dodge Ram pickup truck. Now, say I want to get my 240lb scooter in the back of my pickup truck by myself or with limited help, yet don't have the storage space to keep a ramp or very long board. Is this possible? Any ideas? The more creative (yet doable), the better! Disassembly of either vehicle is not an acceptable answer!  |
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Post by Aaron on Apr 28, 2006 14:47:19 GMT -5
ATV dealers should have in stock a 3ft wide 10 ft long aluminum Tri-fold ramp with a 1200lb capacity. Around 180 bucks. Folds down to 4ft long 3ft wide and 5" thick. Can fit behind the seat of reg. cab pickup or under the couch in the apt. It's also wide and long enough to safely ride up into the truck as you can pedal your feet on either side of the scoot. Use the safety straps to hold ramp to tailgate!!!!! I didn't once and me and The 480lb Kodiak 4-wheeler had a fight with gravity and I lost. Good Luck!
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Post by drf8 on Jun 7, 2006 14:50:47 GMT -5
Depending on your budget, a truck crane may be what you need. See enjoythedrive.com for an example that masquerades as a roll bar when not in use. |
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Post by sauceboy01 on Jun 10, 2006 13:21:05 GMT -5
this is like a riddle..
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Post by Aaron on Jun 10, 2006 13:38:04 GMT -5
Just back the truckup to a berm, sandpile, ditch or some thing drop the gate and ride in. That's how we do snowmobiles although we have snowbanks!
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Post by lewtwo on Jun 10, 2006 14:48:32 GMT -5
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Post by Jose on Jun 15, 2006 22:46:34 GMT -5
Simple, but; be safe..
Two board.. One 2x4 (thats two inches thick and four inches wide..)
and the second could be the same, or a 2x4..
With engine on, drive the bike up one.. and walk the other..
!! Secure both ends of both board.. Hmm, let me think about securing for a moment..
Oh, get a stronger girlfriend..
jT
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Post by odie2ooo on Jul 15, 2008 1:59:10 GMT -5
Pull off your tail gate, turn it sideways and push or ride your scooter up. I use to do this all the time when I was loading my bikes by myself.
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Post by isoulride on Jul 15, 2008 11:44:25 GMT -5
pick the front of the bike up and put the wheel on the gate, have your gf hold it steady, then pick up the back end of the bike and push it up.
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Post by pukame2 on Jul 15, 2008 13:42:43 GMT -5
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Post by 90GTVert on Jul 15, 2008 16:34:09 GMT -5
My scoot is about 220 pounds and my truck is no lowrider, I just picked it up alone and loaded it when I didn't have a ramp handy. If you can't do that lots of stores sell ramps or make your own. If you go with ramps, secure them to the truck so they can't pull away and fall.
EDIT : If you pick up a scoot, choose the spot you grab carefully. These aren't the studiest things you will ever handle.
Also, if you can't figure out how to secure a homemade ramp to the truck... try using 1-2 screw in eyelets if you are making wood ramps or weld on eyelets if you make yours from metal. Ratchet straps can go through the eyelts and then hook on or around a sturdy part of your truck. The ramp should go nowhere with that setup and it's simple to make.
Another tip. I have used 6 and 8 ft ramps. The longer 8ft ramp is certainly easier to push a bike or scoot up (obviously the longer ramp creates less of an angle to overcome).
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Post by rw0870 on Jul 15, 2008 17:30:54 GMT -5
Use the force ....
If that doesn't work the get Harbour Freight ramps. They are inexpensive and the do work ...
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Post by picklert on Jul 16, 2008 15:52:28 GMT -5
Just back the truckup to a berm, sandpile, ditch or some thing drop the gate and ride in. That's how we do snowmobiles although we have snowbanks! This is the cheapest way to do it. |
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Post by cat0020 on Jul 17, 2008 8:31:41 GMT -5
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Post by phoenixxen on Jul 17, 2008 9:59:29 GMT -5
I agree with isoulride. I used to load my Honda Aero 125 this way. Just pick up the front wheel and put it on the tailgate. Get someone to climb up and stabilize the scoot while you lift the rear up enough to pull the scoot all the way in. Actually, it was really risky and dangerous but I often did this with no help. Super cheap but not safe so be very careful!
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Post by unknownsoldier on Jul 18, 2008 11:22:12 GMT -5
Find a loading dock near your place where the bike can "ease on down" into your truck bed. Some loading docks, sidewalk areas, etc. might be just the right height for each of our situations!
Good hunting.
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Post by mortar235 on Jul 18, 2008 11:30:48 GMT -5
install airbag suspension in your truck and drop it to the ground ;D
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Post by earlwb on Jul 18, 2008 12:48:40 GMT -5
Well, if you have a tall 4x4 truck, you can tool over to the local industrial park and use the loading dock for the 18 wheelers.
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Post by wildbill on Jul 19, 2008 23:08:12 GMT -5
if you dont object to using a hitch type carrier,that'll support your scoot and free up your bed,uh,truck bed, that is. wildbill
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Post by phaze on Jul 20, 2008 11:14:02 GMT -5
guys im thinkin he wanted to use his truck as a garage. or i guess an extra fuel tank or the in case of emergency. i e runs out of gs lol 2x6x whatever your truck bed is. piece of metal on the end and a chain to the bumper your done 8 bucks
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Post by texianmw on Jul 22, 2008 1:03:32 GMT -5
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