How Do You Strap Down a Dirt Bike in a Truck Bed?

Strap Down a Dirt Bike in a Truck Bed

Transporting a dirt bike in the bed of your truck is sometimes necessary. Whether you’re heading to a race, or just moving the bike between different locations, strapping it down properly is essential for safe transport. A few simple steps and the right equipment will ensure your bike makes it to its destination in one piece.

The first step is to gather the necessary equipment. You’ll need four tie-down straps, with hooks on both ends, that are rated for the weight of your bike.

You’ll also need two ratchet straps with hooks on one end and cam buckles on the other. Additionally, you’ll need two large pieces of rubber or plastic to use as padding between your bike and the truck bed floor.

Once you have all the items you need, begin by placing one piece of padding at each corner of your truck bed. This will protect both your dirt bike and your truck from scratches and dents during transport. Next, position your dirt bike in the center of the bed so that it’s evenly centered front to back and side-to-side.

Now start attaching the tie-down straps by threading them through one frame eyelet at a time and connecting them to the tie-down points on either side of your truck bed walls or wheel wells. For maximum security, attach two tie-downs per eyelet—one connected to each side of your truck bed walls—and make sure they are tight enough so that there’s no slack when you pull on them..

Once all four tie-downs are attached, take the two ratchet straps and attach them from one end of each wheel axle to their respective tie-down points on either side of your truck bed walls or wheel wells. Be sure they’re tight enough so that there’s no slack when you pull on them.

After all six straps have been secured, check each connection point twice to make sure nothing is loose or has come undone during transportation. This will help prevent any unwanted surprises during transport!

Conclusion

Strapping down a dirt bike in a truck bed may seem like an intimidating task but with a few simple steps and some basic equipment it doesn’t have to be! By using four tie-downs per frame eyelet and attaching two ratchet straps from each wheel axle to their respective tie-down points, you can ensure safe transportation for both your dirt bike and your truck!

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Susan Delgado