Motorcycle Trailer Hitches – A Glance over Motorcycle Trailer Hitch Accessories

Posted by Motorcycle Hitch on February 5th, 2020

With growing time, trailers have become a popular option for motorcycle road trippers. A heavy duty Harley trailer hitch offers all-round security to haul luggage, self-opening campers and pets on your upcoming adventure.

Whether you are touring or camping, the benefits of motorcycle trailers are obvious. There are a number of trailer hitch accessories available today that ensure easy and safe operations of the hitches. Trailers hitch balls, 360 Safety Swivels and hitch receivers are fine examples of hitch accessories that can make the hitches easier to use and maintain.

Hitch Ball

Being a part of the trailer, the hitch ball can be easily attached to your motorcycle. Usually made up of chrome or other strong metal, the hitch balls of different weight limits are available today. They are removable and hence can be easily changed if needed.

360 Safety Swivel

A 360 Safety swivel gives you the peace of mind needed while carrying a trailer behind your motorcycle. Leaning into a turn is a necessary (and fun) part of riding a motorcycle. Sadly, when towing a trailer, traditional couplers do not allow the appreciable lean needed in a turn, which can cause flipping, binding, or jack-knifing. To help avoid these potentially deadly situations, industry insiders strongly advise the use of a swivel coupler, and we agree.

A safety swivel provides a 360 degree swivel that gives your bike the ability to lean on turns, and provides an element of safety and performance. The swivel hitch coupler is constructed of steel, has a high tensile steel rod and has a black finish.

Hitch Receivers

Trailer hitch receivers come in various Square shapes.

Class 1 Hitch. Class 1 Hitch Size: 1-1/4" x 1-1/4" receiver. Class 1 Hitch Rating: Up to 2,000 Lbs. ...
Class 2 Hitch. Class 2 Hitch Size: 1-1/4" x 1-1/4" receiver. Class 2 Hitch Rating: Up to 3,500 Lbs. ...
Class 3 Hitch. Class 3 Hitch Size: 2" x 2" receiver. ...
Class 3 Hitch Rating: Up to 5,000 Lbs. ...
Class 4 Hitch. Class 4 Hitch Size: 2" x 2" receiver.
Class 4 Hitch Rating: Up to 7,500Lbs.

Trailer hitch locks can only be taken off with a key. These are not only useful for providing security to your belongings but as well keep water and debris out of the hitch opening.

Hitch Mounted Tray for Coolers Or Grills

A hitch mounted tray is one of the most sought-after items today. These trays are wonderful for carrying a Cooler or Grill for camping, boating, tailgate parties and other outdoor activities.

Apart of all the mentioned accessories, many other trailer hitch accessories can also be vital for the hitch to function conveniently.

Motorcycle hitches of trusted manufacturers are made from high-grade steel and chrome to provide great strength and stability to your vehicle. A hidden trailer hitch goes on invisible when not in use. Most of the motorcycle trailer hitches available online include a 1 7/8-inch ball and receiver for standard trailer tongues and important installation hardware.

Many of the stores online sell Harley hitches made by different manufacturers.
[Denray, HitchDoc, etc.]

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