Okay, so I wanted to share this project I’ve been working on – building a cargo trailer for my motorcycle. I love taking my bike out on long trips, but honestly, storage is always a pain. I mean, where do you put all your stuff, right? So, I decided to take matters into my own hands and build a trailer.
First, I started by thinking about what kind of trailer I wanted. There are those enclosed ones, you know, with walls and a roof, like a tiny little garage on wheels. Then there are the flatbed types, which are basically just a platform. I went back and forth on this for a while. The enclosed trailers seemed more secure, but the open ones are simpler and maybe more versatile. Eventually, I decided to go with a simple flatbed design because I figured it would be easier for a first-time trailer builder like me.
Next up was figuring out the size. I didn’t want anything too massive that would be a nightmare to tow. After looking around online and measuring my bike, I settled on a size around 6 feet by 12 feet. It seemed like a good balance – enough space for my gear but not too unwieldy. I did see some trailers designed for multiple bikes, but since I’m just hauling my own stuff, a smaller size was perfect.
Once I had the basic design in mind, I started gathering materials. I’m not gonna lie, this was a bit of a learning curve. I spent a lot of time at the hardware store, probably looking lost in the aisles. But, hey, you gotta start somewhere, right?
Then came the actual building part. Now, I’m no expert welder, but I managed to put the frame together. It wasn’t pretty, but it was solid. I used a lot of bolts, too, just to be extra sure. I spent a good few weekends in my garage, just measuring, cutting, and putting things together. My hands were definitely dirty, I can tell you that!
- Measured and cut the metal for the frame.
- Welded and bolted the frame together. (It was a struggle, but I did it!)
- Attached the axle and wheels.
- Built the platform on top of the frame.
The most satisfying part was probably attaching the wheels and seeing it start to look like an actual trailer. It was like, “Wow, I actually built this!” Of course, there were some hiccups along the way. I definitely made some mistakes and had to redo a few things. But each time, I learned something new.
Finally, after weeks of work, it was done. I hooked it up to my motorcycle, loaded up some gear, and took it for a test run. It was a bit wobbly at first, but I made some adjustments, and it towed like a dream. I even took it on a short weekend trip, and it held up great! There is nothing like hitting the open road, knowing you can carry all you need. All thanks to the trailer I made with my own two hands!
So, yeah, that’s my motorcycle cargo trailer story. It was a lot of work, but totally worth it. Now, I’ve got all the storage space I need for my trips, and I can’t wait to hit the road again!
