doggrell3000
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!!!!!! ****** attention class ****** !!!!!! ****** i have modified the subject of this thread somewhat . i hope that is acceptable . i would also like to include the subject of cargo trailers which are pulled behind a yamaha super tenere . i doubt if anyone anywhere has pulled a trailer behind a yamaha super tenere ( at least so far ) because the s10 is more " performance oriented " than other touring class bikes like harleys and hondas which apparently go camping with a cargo trailer all the time. the definition of a motorcycle cargo trailer is a two wheel or single wheel trailer pulled behind a bike . a cargo trailer can have large carrying capacity or a small capacity . come cargo trailers have fiberglass bodies which hold all the junk . others are simply wide open platforms on wheels that hold the rider's weather proof bags . i am only interested in cargo trailers as opposed to camper trailers which are the type that have pop up tents built into their bodies . although camper trailers are fascinating and fun and have been briefly mentioned in this thread my purpose is to get opinions on the motorcycle cargo trailer because it sounds like a viable alternative when hauling big assed tents and other stuff to a campsite . i have touched on this topic already in this thread but would appreciate some feedback from you people with experience ( or second hand knowledge ) pulling a cargo trailer . question : what is the most appropriate cargo trailer for the yamaha super tenere ? should it be a single wheel trailer or should it be a two wheel trailer ? which type trailer is the most desirable in terms of bike dynamics and maneuverability ? does it just get down to how much equipment you want to carry or is there a point at which the s10 is pulling too much weight for its own good . is any trailer at all a bad thing -- a rider's heresy ? thanks for your opinions .
what type of tent and / or cargo trailer do you take camping on your motorcycle ? as regards tents -- the possibilities are endless and most people want the smallest and lightest tent they can buy because of limited space on their bike . a relatively compact backpacking tent is usually the most practical and efficient type for motorcycle camping . this is especially true if the objective is to ride through extremely rough terrain on a yamaha super tenere because an adventure bike should never be over loaded when traveling the deep forest fire roads and forging swiftly running creeks . i have not as yet received my 2012 black ( raven ) yamaha xt1200z super tenere and probably won't see it until october but i am planning ahead . anyway i couldn't ride a super tenere through a rugged mountain pass if the yamaha was bare naked . i am an amateur rider and would crash and break my leg if i tried a macho adventure bike trail . so i tend to visit the wimpy family camp sites . i still have a great time and try to bring along the biggest baddest tent i can strap to the back of the bike because the over load issue is not as crucial on my trips . i like tents that i can stand up in . i am 6' 1" tall and have to stoop over or crawl into most tents . my motto is : the bigger the tent the bigger the party . i have a preference for large size tents whether roaming the byways alone or with family and friends . i don't mind piling tons of gear on the back of my bike because i am not a true backwoods mountain sportsman . i would rather have a big tent than a remote location . i am not a very ambitious adventure motorcyclist . i could enjoy camping beside any pleasant lake or beach or river or mountain vista that is accessible by bike or car or family van and is not too crowded . but the experience is better if i bring a tent that i can set up quickly and walk into without stooping over too much . there are some big tents that could possibly be loaded on a motorcycle -- even riding two up -- if the rider doesn't mind a little excess weight and cramped riding conditions . two excellent large tents are made by mountain hardwear and four are made by catoma outdoor . the mountain hardware tents are conventional designs with six foot heights and great construction . the four catoma outdoor tents use the patented speedome technology which means the tent poles are permanently integrated within the tent fabric walls and the entire structure assembles in five minutes like a large umbrella . all of these tents are expensive and heavy . the smallest has a capacity for two people and the largest has a capacity for six people . i will be loading my future yamaha super tenere with the catoma outdoor speedome tent which sleeps six ( aka : combat vehicle crew tent or cvct ) . there will only be two of us occupying this monster and we probably won't be sleeping that much . in my humble opinion the large space adds to the fun . the downside is it weighs 33 pounds and packs inside a bag which is 35 inches long by 13 inches wide . i will strap the tent across the extended metal mule luggage rack behind the passenger seat on the yamaha super ten's tail . then i will ride very very carefully .
i have had little or no hands on usage vis a vis the following large tents but it has never stopped me before from buying anything online that is bike related -- even the black 2012 yamaha xt1200z super tenere itself . ( blind faith ) . two of the catoma outdoor tents which are the smallest ones listed here are intended specifically for motorcycle campers . please let me know if you are familiar with any of these over sized tents and what your opinions are on carrying long heavy bags strapped to a motorcycle . hmmm ... now where am i gonna tie down those two cots and the cooler ?
http://www.catomaoutdoor.com/Catalog/ProductInfo.aspx?id=172
http://www.catomaoutdoor.com/Catalog/ProductInfo.aspx?id=173
http://www.catomaoutdoor.com/Catalog/ProductInfo.aspx?id=156
http://www.catomaoutdoor.com/Catalog/ProductInfo.aspx?id=169
http://www.mountainhardwear.com/Corners%E2%84%A2-4/OU9489,default,pd.html
http://www.mountainhardwear.com/Corners%E2%84%A2-6/OU9490,default,pd.html
ps ... i have actually seen the catoma outdoor switchback motorcycle tent . it is quite accommodating and a clever design . a friend of mine owns the mountain hardwear corners 4 model . he loves it . everything mountain hardwear makes is elegant and durable . what type of portable shelter do you like to pack for an overnight adventure on your super tenere ? there are so many tent styles and sizes and prices to choose from . we should try to compile a list of tents that may be fun to pack on the super tenere . i am interested in different tent designs as much as different motorcycle designs . please describe a tent you have slept in or relate a tent story ( good or bad ) . if you see an innovative tent that a friend owns or one advertised online please let me know . tent prices vary widely online for the exact same brand and model . a couple of the tents i have listed here are sold cheaper on other sites . there countless interesting pieces of camping equipment ( i.e. : a 12 volt electric bug zapper ) but this thread probably should be limited to tents for riders because the infinite amount of outdoor stuff for sale these days is too much to contemplate .
doggrell3000
f doggrell
new york ny
what type of tent and / or cargo trailer do you take camping on your motorcycle ? as regards tents -- the possibilities are endless and most people want the smallest and lightest tent they can buy because of limited space on their bike . a relatively compact backpacking tent is usually the most practical and efficient type for motorcycle camping . this is especially true if the objective is to ride through extremely rough terrain on a yamaha super tenere because an adventure bike should never be over loaded when traveling the deep forest fire roads and forging swiftly running creeks . i have not as yet received my 2012 black ( raven ) yamaha xt1200z super tenere and probably won't see it until october but i am planning ahead . anyway i couldn't ride a super tenere through a rugged mountain pass if the yamaha was bare naked . i am an amateur rider and would crash and break my leg if i tried a macho adventure bike trail . so i tend to visit the wimpy family camp sites . i still have a great time and try to bring along the biggest baddest tent i can strap to the back of the bike because the over load issue is not as crucial on my trips . i like tents that i can stand up in . i am 6' 1" tall and have to stoop over or crawl into most tents . my motto is : the bigger the tent the bigger the party . i have a preference for large size tents whether roaming the byways alone or with family and friends . i don't mind piling tons of gear on the back of my bike because i am not a true backwoods mountain sportsman . i would rather have a big tent than a remote location . i am not a very ambitious adventure motorcyclist . i could enjoy camping beside any pleasant lake or beach or river or mountain vista that is accessible by bike or car or family van and is not too crowded . but the experience is better if i bring a tent that i can set up quickly and walk into without stooping over too much . there are some big tents that could possibly be loaded on a motorcycle -- even riding two up -- if the rider doesn't mind a little excess weight and cramped riding conditions . two excellent large tents are made by mountain hardwear and four are made by catoma outdoor . the mountain hardware tents are conventional designs with six foot heights and great construction . the four catoma outdoor tents use the patented speedome technology which means the tent poles are permanently integrated within the tent fabric walls and the entire structure assembles in five minutes like a large umbrella . all of these tents are expensive and heavy . the smallest has a capacity for two people and the largest has a capacity for six people . i will be loading my future yamaha super tenere with the catoma outdoor speedome tent which sleeps six ( aka : combat vehicle crew tent or cvct ) . there will only be two of us occupying this monster and we probably won't be sleeping that much . in my humble opinion the large space adds to the fun . the downside is it weighs 33 pounds and packs inside a bag which is 35 inches long by 13 inches wide . i will strap the tent across the extended metal mule luggage rack behind the passenger seat on the yamaha super ten's tail . then i will ride very very carefully .
i have had little or no hands on usage vis a vis the following large tents but it has never stopped me before from buying anything online that is bike related -- even the black 2012 yamaha xt1200z super tenere itself . ( blind faith ) . two of the catoma outdoor tents which are the smallest ones listed here are intended specifically for motorcycle campers . please let me know if you are familiar with any of these over sized tents and what your opinions are on carrying long heavy bags strapped to a motorcycle . hmmm ... now where am i gonna tie down those two cots and the cooler ?
http://www.catomaoutdoor.com/Catalog/ProductInfo.aspx?id=172
http://www.catomaoutdoor.com/Catalog/ProductInfo.aspx?id=173
http://www.catomaoutdoor.com/Catalog/ProductInfo.aspx?id=156
http://www.catomaoutdoor.com/Catalog/ProductInfo.aspx?id=169
http://www.mountainhardwear.com/Corners%E2%84%A2-4/OU9489,default,pd.html
http://www.mountainhardwear.com/Corners%E2%84%A2-6/OU9490,default,pd.html
ps ... i have actually seen the catoma outdoor switchback motorcycle tent . it is quite accommodating and a clever design . a friend of mine owns the mountain hardwear corners 4 model . he loves it . everything mountain hardwear makes is elegant and durable . what type of portable shelter do you like to pack for an overnight adventure on your super tenere ? there are so many tent styles and sizes and prices to choose from . we should try to compile a list of tents that may be fun to pack on the super tenere . i am interested in different tent designs as much as different motorcycle designs . please describe a tent you have slept in or relate a tent story ( good or bad ) . if you see an innovative tent that a friend owns or one advertised online please let me know . tent prices vary widely online for the exact same brand and model . a couple of the tents i have listed here are sold cheaper on other sites . there countless interesting pieces of camping equipment ( i.e. : a 12 volt electric bug zapper ) but this thread probably should be limited to tents for riders because the infinite amount of outdoor stuff for sale these days is too much to contemplate .
doggrell3000
f doggrell
new york ny
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