I have seen several interviews with those that have bought mini camping trailers. Why is it no one has discussed the quality of travel, handling of he trailer in windy conditions, reduction in fuel mileage, how well it pulled at freeway speeds and beyond. Seems all that is covered are the Whistle & Bell or Ginger Bread questions. I would like honest answers to real life scenario situations. Could the trailer be pulled at 75-80 mph, was the wind a factor or did it try to blow you off the road, what about over straining the motor going up steep grades or in twisty mountain roads. These are the REAL questions potential buyers want answers to.
@Openroadoutfitters
7 жыл бұрын
While I haven't done a video on that, I did write an article about it. bit.ly/2pUjuLa To sum the article in a few words, the impact on MPG wasn't as much as I expected and it improved the handling of the bike in bad weather.
@trevorzzealley2670
4 жыл бұрын
Question , why do you like to ride a motorbike long distance through open country ? Answer ask a dog in a ute (pickup truck)They know the answer .
@Openroadoutfitters
12 жыл бұрын
Hi Pigryder - I've had no issues with water in the camper whether it is stowed or set up. The hard top completely overhangs the body. Even when it is set up I've sprayed water at it directly to clean it and it remains dry. Feel free to contact me when you're ready to put one behind your Wing!
@Openroadoutfitters
12 жыл бұрын
@cmgowler1 - good question. It is at this angle only when the suspension is unloaded. when the rider sits on the bike, it levels out.
@cmgowler1
12 жыл бұрын
For those who've not traveled in Canada, the rider doesn't clarify / represent well the highway conditions throughout our vast country (Canada). I have traveled from Mexico to Alaska, west coast to east coast, for the most part in Canada; in my opinion, our Canadian highways are likely the best in the world, given our cold climate, perma-frost further north, frost heaves created by a harsh winter each year - we maintain our paved highways likely better than any other country in the world.
@cmgowler1
12 жыл бұрын
@ezwryder Right, I didnt take it personally at all - just wanted to give a balanced view of what our Canadian roads are like, for the most part. I think its a pretty amazing thing to be able to drive or ride on high grade, well-maintained highways all the way from the Alberta/Montana border right to Dawson CIty, Yukon Territory, a distance easily in excess of 3500 kms - thats a long way! Hey, why don't you put 12 or 13 inch wheels on your trailers? I like your product.
@baltsosser
4 жыл бұрын
Having spent time traveling on Canadian roads I have to tip my hat to the road crews that maintain them. They were very well designed and the surface I found to be flawless in 2017 for thousands of miles. A friend and I went a long way up 97 North well past Prince George to New Hazelton.
@Openroadoutfitters
12 жыл бұрын
When we got together for the interview, Jim seemed to have no issues at all pulling away with the camper in tow. He rides solo, so I can't say whether there would be more of an issue. I've ridden an R1150RT with a camper and did not feel first gear was a significant issue.
@Openroadoutfitters
12 жыл бұрын
@cmgowler1 I don't think he meant anything personally by that. We love you guys. I'm sure there were plenty of miles of Alaskan roads that were just as rough, but it didn't come out in the conversation.
@cmgowler1
12 жыл бұрын
I was also curious why the rider didn't match his ground to hitch / ball height with the trailer and bike? In the video there is quite a noticeable angle or slant to the trailer when it is attached to the bike. Does this cause any issues with uneven tire wear, road handling or maneuverability?
@allenlipscomb9534
4 жыл бұрын
What is the smallest bike that could be used to pull your camper? I have an Suzuki Boulevard C-50, 805 cc.
@Openroadoutfitters
4 жыл бұрын
A C-50 would probably pull the camper, the issue would be whether you have enough stopping power.
@cmgowler1
12 жыл бұрын
Firstly, there is no such thing as a "Swiss-Canadian." In Canada, we who are actually Canadian refer to ourselves as "Canadian." You may originally be from Switzerland and have become a Canadian, in which case, if you are a Canadian citizen, you've just insulted yourself and generalized 35 million people by calling them "weak & brainwashed", an unusually arrogant statement. Secondly, if you did your research you'd realize Canada is among the wealthiest countries in the Western Hemisphere.(cont')
@albion2742
11 жыл бұрын
How many rear tires did you use up in the 11000 miles
@taramarie1213
9 жыл бұрын
thanks for this review, answered 2 of my questions: #1 how does it handle ? #2 can a BMW RT tow 1 ?
@Openroadoutfitters
12 жыл бұрын
@cmgowler1 - I'm a dealer so although I give input on the designs, I don't do the engineering or manufacturing. Actually the Time Out line of campers that I sell now offers a 12" wheel.
@fj9fl61
12 жыл бұрын
i wonder,would your 1800 bmw pull an eco trailer manufactured in australia,i'd be very interested to know,if you are willing and able to purchase one of these trailers in the u s,please respond either way to my question,thanks.
@Openroadoutfitters
12 жыл бұрын
@GeekingScooter - I'm guessing you are one of the unfortunate folks who got burned by them? I am very aware of their methods of operation and I'm sorry more folks are not. I find it interesting that you aren't allowed to post comments on their videos on KZitem. That says it all to me. The products I sell are designed, manufactured, and supported in the USA. Trailers, campers, hitches, wiring, swivels are all 100% US made.
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