How Easy is it to Load and Unload a Motorcycle with MotoTote?

When choosing a motorcycle hitch carrier, ease of loading and unloading is a crucial factor. At MotoTote, we’ve designed our motorcycle carriers to make the loading process as simple, stable, and secure as possible. Whether you're transporting a dirt bike, sportbike, or adventure motorcycle, our motorcycle carriers are built for reliability and ease of use.
Longer Ramps for Easier Loading
One of the biggest challenges in using a motorcycle carrier is the incline of the ramp. That’s why MotoTote features one of the longest loading ramps in the industry, reducing the angle and making it easier to roll your bike onto the motorcycle hitch carrier with minimal effort. The extended ramp ensures a smoother, more controlled experience, minimizing the risk of tipping or misalignment.
Enhanced Grip and Track Design
Unlike standard ramps, MotoTote ramps are designed for maximum traction and stability. Our ramps feature cut-out patterns or steel braiding, creating a textured surface that improves tire grip while loading. This added traction reduces the likelihood of slippage, providing a safer and more stable loading process, particularly on wet or uneven surfaces.
Side Rails for Tire Containment
Keeping your motorcycle properly aligned during loading is key. MotoTote’s built-in side rails help guide and stabilizeyour motorcycle’s tires as you push it up the ramp. These side rails prevent lateral movement, ensuring the bike stays on track and making it easier to load onto your motorcycle hitch carrier.
Secure and Reliable Ramp Connection
One of the standout features of MotoTote motorcycle carriers is the way the ramp securely connects to the carrier. Designed for both ease and security, the ramp locks firmly into place and cannot shift or fall out during the loading process. This is a crucial advantage when loading heavier motorcycles, as a stable ramp provides the confidence needed to safely roll the bike onto the carrier.
Reducing the Loading Angle for Easier Access
To make loading even easier, we recommend parking near a curb or incline. By doing so, you reduce the height difference between the ground and the motorcycle hitch carrier, lowering the loading angle and making it even simpler to roll your bike up the ramp.
Solo Loading – It Gets Easier with Time
Many MotoTote users load their motorcycles on their own, and while it may take some practice initially, it becomes second nature with time. Our motorcycle carriers are designed to support solo loading with stability and ease, helping you feel confident when transporting your bike.
Loading Heavy Bikes – The Clutch Method
For riders with larger and heavier motorcycles, some opt to load their bike by riding it up the ramp using the clutch for control. While MotoTote does not officially recommend this method due to safety concerns, we understand that it may be necessary in some situations. Riders should only attempt this technique if they are highly confident in their clutch control and balance.
MotoTote motorcycle carriers are designed with strength, simplicity, and security in mind. With our longer ramps, superior grip, guided side rails, and secure ramp connection system, loading and unloading your motorcycle is easier and safer than ever. Whether you're loading alone or with assistance, MotoTote offers a premium motorcycle carrier solution that stands out from the competition.