Hauling Two Motorcycles:
Deck Width, Weight, and Configuration
Two standard motorcycles loaded side by side require a trailer with enough usable deck width for both machines and clearance between them for strapping. A deck that is 76 inches or wider accommodates two standard bikes without crowding. The combined weight of two touring bikes or two heavier cruisers can approach 1,500 to 2,000 pounds or more, which affects both the trailer's required payload rating and the tow vehicle's capacity.
For enclosed two-bike hauls, the 7x14 enclosed trailer from Big Rentals provides the floor space and interior width to accommodate two standard motorcycles with room for gear. For open two-bike hauls, a tandem axle utility trailer with sufficient deck width handles the load with better stability than a single-axle unit at the combined weight of two machines. Providing the number of bikes and their makes and models when arranging the rental allows Big Rentals to confirm the right configuration in Garland before the rental is reserved.