[Greyhoundman]

On my buddies 20' trailer we added a section over the tongue to get both machines to fit for our longer trips where taking 2 trailers is not desirable, towed several thousand miles like this.

 

[HurricaneSpike]

Looks like it would work perfectly fine to me. Nice truck and machines 👍🏼

 

[INFRNL]

There is nothing wrong with hitch extenders. I run a 3' extension ( that's 3ft, not inches) without issue and there are even longer ones. They are designed to clear slide in campers and still allow you to pull a trailer or boat. Granted I believe the longer ones are for class V which I have snd i also have some lateral support as well just for myself feeling completely safe/ satisfied.

As for extending the trailer... depending on where the axle(s) are positioned would determine if you want to add to the front or rear. You don't want too much tongue weight and you definitely don't want to much in the rear causing not enough tongue weight.

I personally wouldn't even bother if I was the op., Unless there's not enough tongue weight. The tires are on the deck, just make sure you tie down over the tires rather than the frame...so things wont move.

 

[INFRNL]

For example...the pics above hurricanes post...you would not want to extend on the rear of the trailer. The axles are close to center
I would honestly turn the back xp pro around but that's just me.
I don't know how these weigh but i imagine the rear is a bit heavier. Never scaled one so i don't know how far off the center of balance is in a sxs.

 

[dafish]

HS:

Others did, which is the context I raised 500 to 700 lbs in. since you suggested such weight wasn’t a concern, I reiterated the gist of my comment and clarifed lest others, who are reading the entire thread, not take your advice in the thread context.

certainly wasn’t trying to ruffle feathers. however, I’m glad we agree using an extender at such weights isn’t wise. Seems others are comfortable. I suppose with a really strong hitch maybe. And a really strong extender. not my cup of tea for sure.

have a good evening

-d

 

[HurricaneSpike]

It’s my understanding that they’re about 60 rear/40 front as a general rule of thumb.. just from info on other posts I’ve read on this forum. I have no personally acquired data to confirm that.
I prefer to have plenty of tongue weight myself. Not an absurd amount, but I learned a long time that too little tongue weight is much more dangerous than too much. I always choose more over less.

 

[INFRNL]

but I learned a long time that too little tongue weight is much more dangerous than too much.

Yes, can be extremely dangerous causing serious injury or death to someone if not paying attention.

Ever see someone on the road and the trailer starts swaying back and forth, usually from not enough tongue weight. If they don't slow down or fix it, it will cause a wreck, flip the trailer over, cause them to lose control, run off the road, etc, etc.

You may already know this but there are many out there with little to no experience that don't know any better.

 

[HurricaneSpike]

Absolutely correct

 

[trizzot]

Here is an example, old pic from Quad days. The ramps on the front just give you a little more space as they push the front of the machines just over the edge of the trailer front. I did have a CDL in my past and wouldn't tow a trailer if I thought it was unsafe. I don't understand the comments about nothing sticks out past the frame of the machine, every machine I have gets a bumper and it definitely sticks out past the front. In the end, it works for me.

 

[Bullitt427]

It’s my understanding that they’re about 60 rear/40 front as a general rule of thumb.. just from info on other posts I’ve read on this forum. I have no personally acquired data to confirm that.
I prefer to have plenty of tongue weight myself. Not an absurd amount, but I learned a long time that too little tongue weight is much more dangerous than too much. I always choose more over less.

45/55 stock

 

[mpd2434]

I appreciate all the advice and tips. The reason we were backing the 1st one on was to distribute the weight better since the engines are in the back . We didn't want to have too much weight behind the axles. We were going to flip them around since the Kawasaki is alot heavier. Previously my 900 Trail was the lighter of the two and was on the back. A mechanic friend said he could make a short, 3" to 6" extension for the back that would slide into the slots for where the ramps lock into when loading. It would go across the back with bars to lock in the rear tires. He said it would be removable when unloading. I kind of have an idea of what he's talking about. We thought of going forward also but the front lip on the trailer is a little high compared to others. I overkill with the locking hook tie down straps. I use 5 to 6 per machine. I have the axle straps but they don't fit in inside the wheels. I have to pick some of the other ones up.

 

[rzr900-T]

i bought a forged extended ball mount to move my trailer away from my truck , had a 18000 pound rating , also have a class 5 hitch on my truck .

 

[Just call me Lou]

Gentlemen, after some thought on this thread, since I was the one who threw in the hitch extender option and seeing some opposing views on this subject, I need to do some scaling of my set up. Everyone runs different set ups, I have a relatively light machine with a relatively heavier machine behind it which I think is my saving grace but the last thing I want to do is put out bad info. I completely agree with Dafish on tongue weight and think it’s worth looking into. It will be a few days but I will post my results.

 

[RZR_Joe]

3' hitch extender

I'm not going to play tow police but please research and tow safely. I've seen the results of unwise towing decisions and it's ugly.

 

[INFRNL]

3' hitch extender

I'm not going to play tow police but please research and tow safely. I've seen the results of unwise towing decisions and it's ugly.

I know it sounds crazy but they are designed specifically for use with slide in campers.

There is a high dollar option (don't recall the manufacturer) but the system is rated at more capacity than a class V hitch.... possibly double the capacity ( it's been a while so i don't remember all the details)

I went with a different option but use chains/ turnbuckles to tie the extension back to the hitch for lateral support.

These extensions aren't flat either. They are angled to help compensate for extra load and bring the hitch point up.

I'll have to find the video/ link so it makes more sense. These are factory manufactured ...so not something I just made up.they have been testedand are safe as well as legal 😉

Let me see if I can find the info to help ease the thoughts... I'll be back 😂

Here is basically what I'm running, just a different brand. Torque international is the one that makes the high dollar system though

 

[INFRNL]

I want to point out that I normally only tow a lightweight trailer with my 4 seater. All of our camping is off-road...no flat roads once off the highway. ..so it takes the abuse without issue. I have once also towed a hd trailer with 2 4 seaters.

Here's a video of the best system. I'll have to find the video of a guy hauling a big boat with this setup

Here's the website link...and apparently they make up to a 60" extension😱

SuperTruss Hitch Extension for SuperHitch® Series

The SuperTruss Extension is available in eight lengths from 21 inches to 60 inches and works exclusively with our SuperHitch or SuperHitch Magnum. It's rated to

www.torklift.com

I can't find the video/article on the one pulling a big boat.
Here is a cheesey overview/ look on how they work

 

[Just call me Lou]

Lots of opinions on towing here, what works, what’s safe... we might be splitting hairs after seeing this.... lmao

 

[Ryan K]

Looks like you’ve got plenty of room to go forwards on that trailer. On most of my trailers I can run with the pickup tailgate down, and they are not of extra long tongue. As far as weight, depends on the pickup, but I prefer more tongue weight, especially with 3/4 ton + pickups.

 

[bigjeep010]

To me the trailer doesn’t look like the deck is 20’. My 20’ flatbed holds a 4 seater and a 2 seater just fine.

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[Desert Don]

All this over analyzing stuff............just send it! LOL

Just because nobody else has ever done, does that mean it shouldn’t be done? LOL

Remember to press your sarcasm button so you know I am not serious!