Initially, the Alpha moped, like any other, is not intended for transporting goods. But many owners of this motorcycle tune the moped and install a trailer or stroller on the scooter, which you can buy, but it’s cheaper to do it yourself. Of course, it is easier and safer to order cargo transportation from Avtotrans in Kharkov to transport the cargo you need. The article discusses how to make a rear and side trailer for an Alpha moped with your own hands , as well as a review of the factory version of the stroller.
Characteristics of motorcycle trailers
Two wheel motor trailer
Two-wheeled motorcycle trailers pull quite a lot of cargo and can hold large volumes of things (400-500 liters). The carrying capacity is about 150, and the permissible load is 300 kilograms. They do not affect motor vehicles at low speeds or in a stationary position. A motorcycle train leaves behind three tracks. As for appearance, the motorcycle trailer resembles a tow unit for a passenger car in a reduced form. In terms of dimensions, it is large, exceeding the width of a motorcycle. It has three degrees of freedom and a number of negative qualities:
- The trailer jerks (destabilizes) the motorcycle when one of the wheels gets into a hole.
- The width of the unit does not allow it to leak through the traffic jam.
- Inconvenient to store.
Single wheel motorcycle trailer
Single-wheeled motorcycle trailers are much more interesting in this regard. Due to the low center of gravity, two degrees of freedom have virtually no effect on the controllability of the vehicle. Being one with the motorcycle, when turning, they lean along with it. The motorized trailer follows the track of the main vehicle, so the behavior of the motorized train is no different from motorized vehicles without a trailer. The braking distance increases, but the rear of the motorcycle does not rise due to the overturning moment.
Teardrop Shape Single Wheel Trailer
The unicycle is shaped like a drop. It is smaller than a motorcycle, making it easy to get out of traffic jams. It is spacious in volume – 230 liters. The width of the doorway is 60–80 centimeters, it is equipped with a removable drawbar, so it is conveniently stored. Load capacity often reaches 40–50 kilograms. When riding with a one-wheeler, you still have the feeling of riding a motorcycle. This type of motorcycle train looks more attractive. The disadvantages include: instability when attaching and detaching, and the motorcycle is more difficult to lift from the stand.
Sidecar trailer for Alpha moped
Let's start our publication with a photo report on how to make a sidecar on the Alfa moto . To save money, the moped trailer is made from scraps of pipes and profiles, and if desired, it can be made more neat and practical. The hub for the one-wheel trailer was taken from a VAZ car and welded with reinforced gussets. As you can see, the wheel is also Zhiguli. The side wheelchair trailer for the Alpha moped itself is simple in design and making it with your own hands will not be particularly difficult. There will be more problems with where to attach this stroller to the moped.
In this version, a reinforcing frame is welded to the Alpha frame (see photo).
This frame is attached at three points:
- Under the fuel tank where the bars are attached from the factory.
- At the bottom of the moped, where the central stand is installed. To attach the trailer, you need to remove the step and weld a plate, and a piece of pipe to the plate.
- We screw the stroller to the shock absorber mounting location.
To prevent the steering wheel from moving, homemade rods were made from tubes. M12 nuts are welded into them for screwing in the rod studs. By turning the studs you can adjust the moped trailer.
This side trailer for the Alfa was made in a hurry and will undoubtedly be improved over time. It can carry cargo up to 500 kg. To transport small-sized cargo, it is possible to make a wooden box (as in the example of a homemade wheelchair trailer).
Delivery of materials for a homemade stroller can be carried out by Avtotrans.
Recommendations for choosing a motorcycle trailer
To choose the right trailer, pay attention to:
- Number of wheels. The main factor, as it determines the behavior and appearance of the motorized train.
- Internal volume. It is selected depending on the purpose of the future motorized train. If the dressage is planned to be few and far between, most likely a large-volume unit will not be useful.
- Dimensions. The motorcycle trailer must match the tractor. The width should not protrude beyond the corresponding dimensions of the motorcycle by more than 20 centimeters in each direction.
Two-wheeled trailer protruding beyond the dimensions of the motorcycle - Manufacturing form. This is also important. It affects not only the appearance and compatibility of the trailer with the motorcycle, but also the aerodynamics.
- Unit color. When a motorcycle trailer repeats the silhouette and color of the main vehicle, passing people take notice.
One color motorcycle train - Certification. A motorcycle trailer is considered a vehicle and often requires registration. Although there is debate about this among motorcyclists.
Rear trailer for Alpha moped
This version of the moped trailer has a number of advantages compared to the previous stroller:
- Box with tarpaulin installed
- Ability to detach from Alpha
- Aesthetically pleasing
First, let's look at an amateur drawing of a homemade rear trailer for a moped .
We make the trailer frame from pipes and angles. The ears on the sides are where the wheels are installed.
To install the towing mechanism, you can use car towbars, but they are too expensive and bulky. The front ball joint from a Zhiguli car is used here. You can choose another suitable hinge.
We manufacture and weld the drawbar to the trailer frame.
Painted metal frame of a moped trailer.
Wooden beams and plywood were used to assemble the box. It is not forbidden to make it from metal, which is more expensive, but also more reliable.
We upholster the frame with 6 mm plywood and paint it.
We install stops and turns, and, if desired, hooks for attaching the tarpaulin. Wheels from a construction truck were installed on the trailer and the bearings were replaced with domestic ones.
With such a homemade trailer for the Alpha moped, you can safely travel at a speed of 40 km/h and with a load of more than 100 kg without dangerous consequences for the life of the driver and mokick. Naturally, you should connect the turns and brake lights in accordance with the wiring diagram of the Alpha moped.
Buy a side trailer for an Alpha moped
For those who don’t want to bother with homemade trailers, there is a factory Chinese solution for a sidecar for Alpha. Alpha with a stroller is quite rare in Ukraine and Russia. The price, compared to a do-it-yourself stroller, is steep. But if you don’t spare the money to buy such a trailer, you will get a good side stroller for a moped with a shock absorber and the ability to detach it from the scooter. By the way, delivery of such a side trailer can be ordered from the Avtotrans company.
If you do not want to additionally load your moped with cargo in a trailer or you need to transport a large amount of something, use the services of the Avtotrans company https://autotrans-ua.com/gruzoperevozki-gazel.html for cargo transportation in Kharkov. We recommend!
I hope that now you can easily make a trailer for a moped with your own hands.
Types of devices for transporting a motorcycle to a car
Each motorcycle owner chooses the most optimal device option for his equipment, based on individual operating criteria. First of all, the equipment must be safe for transportation over long distances. The remaining criteria determine the shape and size of the fasteners.
Standard trailers for passenger cars
Professional motorcyclists often purchase pickup trucks or vans to transport motorcycle equipment. Such machines are convenient in all respects:
- reliable fixation of two-wheeled vehicles in the back of a car;
- safety during transportation;
- convenient loading.
A more common method of transportation is the use of trailers. The design of the trailed equipment allows you to place up to 3 motorcycles at once. The quantity depends on the size of the motorcycle. Trailers are purchased when there is a need for irregular transportation. There is a wide variety of options in shape and size. If we are talking about category B, then only light trailers are available to motorists. The weight of such equipment does not exceed 750 kg.
Fastenings for transporting motorcycles in a trailer allow you to securely fix the equipment. All kinds of brackets are used to mount the front fork. Elements can be part of the structure and screwed to the base during transportation.
Lifting straps are considered a popular device. With their help, the owner can firmly fix the wheels, steering wheel and frame of the equipment. It is important to provide for the presence of a lodgement. The device is attached to the bottom of the trailer. The element prevents lateral movement of motorcycle equipment in the body.
In addition, support stands are widely used on trailers. Their purpose is to prevent vehicles from tipping over during loading and unloading operations. The parts are mounted on the rear panel of the trailer. In addition, trailed equipment is equipped with wheel chocks. The elements are installed both under the rear wheel of the motorcycle and under the wheels of the trailer itself.
Cargo tricycles
A cargo tricycle is a motorized three-wheeled vehicle with a cargo compartment (body), designed for transporting a variety of small-volume cargo over short distances. The term “cargo trike” means: cargo scooters, motorcycles, scooters and mopeds, including motor vehicles of this type with a cabin.
The most famous and recognizable cargo scooter is the Soviet “Ant”. Today, Racer cargo scooters are presented in Russia under this brand. No less popular Chinese brands, which were among the first to appear on the domestic market back in the mid-2000s, and therefore are well remembered by customers, are cargo scooters Kinfan, Omaks, Foton, Orion and Lifan and some others.
Factory-built cargo mopeds are presented more modestly. As a rule, these are the Russian three-wheeled moped “ZiD” and the Chinese “Orion”. They are equipped with 50 cm³ four-stroke petrol engines. The domestic and Chinese cargo moped is the cheapest option for a compact three-wheeled “truck.” However, its capabilities are much more modest than those of a motorcycle with a body.
Buying a cargo motorcycle or scooter means purchasing a reliable and economical assistant for conducting business activities. A three-wheeled cargo scooter or moped will help save a significant part of the family budget required for transporting goods. On a personal plot, farm and even at an industrial enterprise, this type of transport is simply irreplaceable.
The price of a cargo tricycle depends, first of all, on the base vehicle and the manufacturer, on the power and engine volume, on the load capacity and the type of body, which is often a dump truck. For example, if you decide to buy a cargo tricycle with a cabin, then its cost will be significantly higher than that of a classic scooter-truck without a roof.
It is best to buy a cargo tricycle in winter, following the tired but unshakable principle - “prepare a cart in winter”, since in the spring-summer period cargo trikes are in high demand, and, as a result, there is a shortage of them, and accordingly, the price increases. However, due to a drop in demand, the assortment becomes less diverse in autumn or winter.
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Features of installing special mounts for transporting a motorcycle to a tow bar
The most optimal type of car for transporting motorcycle equipment is considered to be frame SUVs and pickups. The design feature of such machines is the high level of strength of the frame to which the platform is mounted.
If it is necessary to equip passenger vehicles, either the method of inserting a profile beam into the towbar square (50 by 50 mm) or changing the beam is used.
The first method is simpler and significantly saves time. Almost all models of transport platforms and mountings for vertical loading fit perfectly into the tow bar. All that remains is to fix the product, following a certain procedure.
Sometimes specialized fasteners have to be installed independently or to order. In this case, a welding machine is used during conversion. The main thing is to make high-quality seams so that the structure meets the proper level of strength.
It is convenient to transport motorcycles in several ways, the effectiveness of which is determined by the motorist independently. By adhering to strict transportation rules, each driver will be able to deliver motorcycle equipment safely to any destination.
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