Over the past few weeks I built a one-wheeled trailer. Based on H20Riders (thanks Kries!) that I saw at Moonshine. I used a 4.80-8 wheel/tire combo along with an axle/hub/bearings, a plastic "Job Box" and wiring all purchased from my local Tractor Supply. I pillaged a bicycle for a shock, found some tapered steering bearings for the swingarm and utilized steel bits that we had lying about the shop.
I used a GL1500 drive shaft U-joint that was "opened up" with a die-grinder to allow a greater range of motion.
My hitch is a Classic Industries hitch that I added the "receiver" and gussets to. I used a 5pin plug that I wired in to the tail light and the trailer has all LED lighting, including corner markers.
Though I have not weighed it, I would guess that the finish weight is about 85-90 lbs.
I hooked it up and towed it to the BRG last week; it worked very well. 80+mph on I40 through the Smokies!! I still need to adjust my suspension settings (felt like a big girl was riding on back!) but I think once that is addressed it will be fine.
UPDATE: Pictures of build below.
I used a GL1500 drive shaft U-joint that was "opened up" with a die-grinder to allow a greater range of motion.
My hitch is a Classic Industries hitch that I added the "receiver" and gussets to. I used a 5pin plug that I wired in to the tail light and the trailer has all LED lighting, including corner markers.
Though I have not weighed it, I would guess that the finish weight is about 85-90 lbs.
I hooked it up and towed it to the BRG last week; it worked very well. 80+mph on I40 through the Smokies!! I still need to adjust my suspension settings (felt like a big girl was riding on back!) but I think once that is addressed it will be fine.
UPDATE: Pictures of build below.
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