What motorcycle/scooter do you carry in your garage (1 Viewer)

[jongood]

One thing is for sure, this ain't going on a rack or in the cupboard of the MoHo.
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Of course it would, just get a bigger MH. Charisma 890G and throw one ramp away, sorted!

 

[Nasher]

Are you going for a record for how many times you can post the same pic?

Don't blame me, blame lockdowns for me not getting out more

 

[A S R]

390 Duke in mine.

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[Marshall Blair]

I was wondering what makes people carried in their garages and how the ramped and secured, been looking at several different models, The Honda CB125R, MTX125 Grom, KTM 125 Duke.
The Grom seems to be a bit small and think would struggle two up, KTM looks ace but is a bit heavier and taller, so thinking CB125R would be the one to go for, what do you guys think?

If your limit is 3500 then your choice is somewhat limited i have a Peugeot 125 Tweet 109kg ample roor for the shopping and easy to put into Garage.Before purchase of Scooter/Bike take measurements of your garage to ensure the machine fits.

 

[stevewagner]

No problem, two pics attached. The highest point of the bike is the TFT / Front Master cylinder, highest point of the garage is to the gas strut. I changed the mirrors to bar end jobs so no faffing around taking them off and on. I also fitted a sliding rail system so I can load it in or out in about 3 mins. Shout if you need more info, happy to help.

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Is that the natural height of the bike or have you got the front forks compressed?

 

[ashley 1340]

I tow a road legal quad on a trailer behind my MoHo, this does not contribute much to the loading of the vans rear axle, but adds to the gross train weight which is 5.5tons so no risk of an overloading infringement. Its also great fun

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[soppy]

If your limit is 3500 then your choice is somewhat limited i have a Peugeot 125 Tweet 109kg ample roor for the shopping and easy to put into Garage.Before purchase of Scooter/Bike take measurements of your garage to ensure the machine fits.

Limit is 4250 payload is about 950kg so that's fine just need to check rear axle which is 2500kg and maybe look at upgrading it to 2700kg with air if that's possible. The more I look the more the Duke 390 looks like the one.

 

[Vansflyer]

Is that the natural height of the bike or have you got the front forks compressed?

That is the height of the bike standing up without any load (me or luggage) on it. Rear pre load is jacked up to full for when me and the Mrs + top box on. No adjustment on the front forks.

 

[Ditcha]

Limit is 4250 payload is about 950kg so that's fine just need to check rear axle which is 2500kg and maybe look at upgrading it to 2700kg with air if that's possible. The more I look the more the Duke 390 looks like the one.

Don't know if you have Fiat alloys or not but they will limit your back axle to 2500kg as this is the max load of the alloys I have full air and could only go to 2500kg because if this.

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[soppy]

Don't know if you have Fiat alloys or not but they will limit your back axle to 2500kg as this is the max load of the alloys I have full air and could only go to 2500kg because if this.

So are you saying if you change alloys you can go higher

 

[Ditcha]

So are you saying if you change alloys you can go higher

Yeah that's right, you need 121 load rated tyres as well so I am just going to see how I get on before splashing the cash again

 

[Mou and Iryna]

I was wondering what makes people carried in their garages and how the ramped and secured, been looking at several different models, The Honda CB125R, MTX125 Grom, KTM 125 Duke.
The Grom seems to be a bit small and think would struggle two up, KTM looks ace but is a bit heavier and taller, so thinking CB125R would be the one to go for, what do you guys think?

I was going to ask the same question. I am about to receive a Burstner 726 Plus on a Fiat Ducato chassis and was wondering if my Kymco 125 cc with a weight of 170 kgs, would go in the garage? I do not know the weight limit on the rear chassis. Thank you for your help.

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[soppy]

Yeah that's right, you need 121 load rated tyres as well so I am just going to see how I get on before splashing the cash again

You on a fiat maxi chassis or a Alko?, what will it take it to the 2700kg?

 

[Ditcha]

You on a fiat maxi chassis or a Alko?, what will it take it to the 2700kg?

Fiat 4.4t chassis, not sure what the max I can go to as I fitted the VB full 4C air for a better ride quality not to upgrade think it was 2.6t rear 2.1t front currently 2.1t front and 2.5t rear

 

[Cayenner]

I was wondering what makes people carried in their garages and how the ramped and secured, been looking at several different models, The Honda CB125R, MTX125 Grom, KTM 125 Duke.
The Grom seems to be a bit small and think would struggle two up, KTM looks ace but is a bit heavier and taller, so thinking CB125R would be the one to go for, what do you guys think?

Ducati Scrambler, small compact and lightweight bike (as a 157kg dry) loads of grunt, superb bike for local touring. I also bought and fitted a top box and rack for convenience and comfort for when my wife travels on the back. Brilliant bike and very cool too.

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[Ditcha]

Even though its on the 4.4t Fiat chassis Carthago/Alko down rated it to 4250kg

 

[howsitgoingdud]

Hi all - I’ve had many toys over ther years 125-1300cc but for the MOho have a Yamaha deilght 110cc. I looked at loads and tried to squeeze in biggest I could, but the weight is a problem when In van. Opted for the delight as it’s very light one of the lightest u can get 92kg . Takes 2 mins to get in and out . Will do 55mph 1 up flat out . 2 up slower but found it’s a good compromise . We’ve used it on very steep hills around uK and it’s never failed . Easy starter and comfortable and 2 more minutes it’s back in the garage . Fits 1 helmet under seat . I just twist mirrors down and push up folding ramp and it sits tight up against garage wall to front side . It’s all a compromise in motorhoming and this we find suits our needs perfect .

 

[Ian.s]

Waiting to pick up our first MH without a garage so have adapted the trailer to fit my scooter

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[Vansflyer]

Don't know if you have Fiat alloys or not but they will limit your back axle to 2500kg as this is the max load of the alloys I have full air and could only go to 2500kg because if this.

Good point ref the alloys. A couple of mates (a C-Line and an E-Line) upgraded and had to have a new set of alloys to go to 4800kg along with the rear air and 121 tyres. A set of wheels and tyres were around 1k delivered, they are a very close match to ones originally on the van. Our Peasant Tourer was fine with standard steel wheels to go to 2700KG / 4800KG
Before anyone even thinks about putting a scooter / motorbike in the back it would be a good idea to get the van weighed "ready to travel" to establish if you have the payload or not. We all seem a lot heavier after lockdown 56 or is it just me

 

[soppy]

Ducati Scrambler, small compact and lightweight bike (as a 157kg dry) loads of grunt, superb bike for local touring. I also bought and fitted a top box and rack for convenience and comfort for when my wife travels on the back. Brilliant bike and very cool too.

Which scrambler is that I can't find one less than 173kg?

 

[stevewagner]

That is the height of the bike standing up without any load (me or luggage) on it. Rear pre load is jacked up to full for when me and the Mrs + top box on. No adjustment on the front forks.

That’s great thanks should fit my garage a treat. I shall now sell my Honda SH300I and buy a new KTM

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[Vansflyer]

That’s great thanks should fit my garage a treat. I shall now sell my Honda SH300I and buy a new KTM

You know it makes sense ;-) The loading rack is also a great addition, makes things real easy and safe in and out.

 

[bigtwin]

Ducati Scrambler, small compact and lightweight bike (as a 157kg dry) loads of grunt, superb bike for local touring. I also bought and fitted a top box and rack for convenience and comfort for when my wife travels on the back. Brilliant bike and very cool too.

Is that the 400, the 800 or the 1200(?)?

Ian

 

[Jurrasic]

Another vote for Suzuki Address 113 cc and 100 kg. Perfectly adequate for two up touring and so economical.Have a manufacturer limit if 150 kg for garage so very careful what else goes in .Have to take mirrors off before loading via folding aluminium ramp. Top box and helmet etc goes in van upfront when travelling.

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[Woodburner]

Honda CB300R. 143kgs.

We have the Honda CB300R too. We've had several different bikes (Grom, Kawasaki Z250, Yamaha MT03, Yamaha MT07, Kawasaki Z400) in the back of our van over the years and the CB300R is the best we've ever had in terms of light weight, acceptable performance and two up comfort. Only 20kg more than a CB125R but more than twice the power and nearly three times the torque. For me it's the perfect van bike. I made a removable base for the garage to mount a Sealey Bike Chock with anchor points front and rear. Bike goes in backwards using a Warrior ramp and clonks in to the bike chock then it stands up on its own. Then I just strap it down on to the base anchor points and to the anchor points in the garage. Sits in the back as solid as a rock. It's great to ride, will easily pull 80-85 mph two up and feels and handles like a proper "big" bike. It's a tight fit in our garage so I have to take the mirrors and bar ends off but that's a two minute job. I've fitted a Ventura rack and Givi tank bag so we can go out for the day two up and then pick up the shopping on the way home!

 

[Mechantech]

My Eibar Lambretta Li150 will be going with me the next time we go to Spain

 

[Taran_Las]

Thanks Woodburner for the description of your bike and fitting etc. always good to hear someone else's experiences.

Like you I have adapted things where necessary. I made a supplemental garage floor of 18mm plywood to take the additional weight/bouncing. This allowed me to add tie-down points. Some of them were for a Grom I previously owned. I left them in, just in case. A cut down wheel chock provides another anchor point.

Fortunately the CB300R fits (albeit rather snuggly) with its mirrors on. I've since fitted a Shad frame with a Givi 30ltr topbox. Ideal for days away from the van plus the benefit of picking up shopping on the way home. 3 three litre wine boxes fit at a push The box requires removal prior to loading.

All in all a good addition to the van. Plus, mine (the bike) is left hand drive. Specially made for driving in Europe.

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[Brian Squirrell]

I was wondering what makes people carried in their garages and how the ramped and secured, been looking at several different models, The Honda CB125R, MTX125 Grom, KTM 125 Duke.
The Grom seems to be a bit small and think would struggle two up, KTM looks ace but is a bit heavier and taller, so thinking CB125R would be the one to go for, what do you guys think?

Hi. I have a Honda 110 vision, & is close on the weight limit of tow bar.. look at weight before purchase & size to get through garage door.

 

[jongood]

I was going to ask the same question. I am about to receive a Burstner 726 Plus on a Fiat Ducato chassis and was wondering if my Kymco 125 cc with a weight of 170 kgs, would go in the garage? I do not know the weight limit on the rear chassis. Thank you for your help.

You might want to check that weight? sounds too much for a 125cc Kymco

 

[Cayenner]

Is that the 400, the 800 or the 1200(?)?

Ian

803cc

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