Modern Buddy

Has any body here used an Ultra-Tow Aluminum Receiver-Mounted Motorcycle Carrier? I just got one from Northern Tool, and hope I made the right choice. Plan on using about twice a year to take the Buddy’s in for service. About 80 miles one way.

I have no personal experience with them, but some have said that anytime you tow a lot of weight on your receiver hitch, you are wearing out your trucks' springs faster.

On the other hand, the Buddy is pretty lightweight, compared to a motorcycle, so maybe it's not so much of an issue.

I personally would rather use a trailer for more stability. Since I have no where to store one, I just rent a motorcycle trailer at $25/day from UHaul. I think I've rented one 3 times in 4 years, so I'm coming out ahead so far.

Depends on your car and hitch ratings honestly. We had a 2011 Subaru with a class 3 hitch. It was on its edge of tongue weight with the buddy. About 260 lbs dry. And my carrier was all aluminum too.

If your car and hitch are up to snuff, I say they rock. Just tie it down well. And drive slow. Recheck your straps periodically, they stretch. nothing scarier than hitting highway potholes at 65 mph with my blackjack strapped to the back. Gulp.