20ft trailer

[jenk61]

I currently have an 18ft trailer and was looking to upgrade. I have a 1000-5 and my son has a Can-Am Commander 1000xtp. A couple of friends also have another 1000-5 and a Can-Am Defender. I was looking for a trailer that I could haul two at a time. I think according to my measurements that they will fit on a 20ft trailer unless I'm missing something. Does anyone use a 20ft trailer? Any thoughts good or bad?

 

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[HBarlow]

Why guess or estimate?

Measure your Honda and son's Can-Am, add at least 2' in front, between, and behind the 2nd unit. My guess is you need 24' - 26' at least.

 

[Hondasxs]

20ft shown.
Compair against talon measurements.
Has 1ft to spare.

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[Ridinfool]

My P1K-5 is right at 10-0 long, don’t know about a commander, 20-0 trailer may work but would be tight , 24-0 will give you plenty of space for 2 buggy’s and possibly even some extra cargo, gas cans, coolers, extra tires ect. My 2 cents…
If your gonna upgrade might as well go a bit bigger just in case. I’d rather have extra space than not enough.
The #1 rule of trailers is…
No matter how big of a trailer you get, you’ll always wish you got the bigger one.

 

[Smitty335]

My P1K-5 is right at 10-0 long, don’t know about a commander, 20-0 trailer may work but would be tight , 24-0 will give you plenty of space for 2 buggy’s and possibly even some extra cargo, gas cans, coolers, extra tires ect. My 2 cents…
If your gonna upgrade might as well go a bit bigger just in case. I’d rather have extra space than not enough.
The #1 rule of trailers is…
No matter how big of a trailer you get, you’ll always wish you got the bigger one.

No doubt!

 

[CID]

Yep, iffn you have room to park it, go big. Richard's pic shows @HBarlow was spot on with 2 + 2 + 2. 👍

Apologies to those tired of seeing it but here's my 10' Talon on a 14' trailer.


Add a bed extender and there isn't much room to spare. Extra length also gives you working room for tongue weight adjustments.

 

[Neohio]

700 + 1000 on a 22ft trailer.

 

[jenk61]

Why guess or estimate?

Measure your Honda and son's Can-Am, add at least 2' in front, between, and behind the 2nd unit. My guess is you need 24' - 26' at least.

I currently have an 18ft trailer and was looking to upgrade. I have a 1000-5 and my son has a Can-Am Commander 1000xtp. A couple of friends also have another 1000-5 and a Can-Am Defender. I was looking for a trailer that I could haul two at a time. I think according to my measurements that they will fit on a 20ft trailer unless I'm missing something. Does anyone use a 20ft trailer? Any thoughts good or bad?

I did measure, but without putting them on the trailer it's easy to overlook something.

 

[Smitty335]

I did measure, but without putting them on the trailer it's easy to overlook something.

If you don't have tight areas, I would go 24 ft.

 

[JMynes]

Wheel nets for tie down allows for a shorter trailer.

 

[ToddACimer]

Wish I had a 22 but 20 works for us. Over 14k miles on the trailer in the last 2.5 years. Most with the 2 machines

 

[ChadD]

If your gonna upgrade might as well go a bit bigger just in case. I’d rather have extra than not enough.
The #1 rule is…
No matter how big, you’ll always wish you got the bigger one.

TWSS

 

[Vikes79]

Does your trailer have stake pockets? If so maybe make some extensions for the sides if you’re handy with a welder and load the Honda sideways on your 18’ trailer?

I see this done to utvs a lot in my area…

 

[jenk61]

Does your trailer have stake pockets? If so maybe make some extensions for the sides if you’re handy with a welder and load the Honda sideways on your 18’ trailer?

I see this done to utvs a lot in my area…

I believe that 8.5ft is the legal limit in Illinois. I would be overwidth in my state. 🙁

 

[pappyo]

Another Option: NO ramps needed

Aluma with the Power Tilt option. ( 2021 Pictured ) with toolbox on the 2ft. Stationary deck.
Tilt deck is 18ft. & there is a 2ft. Stationary deck in the front

Tungbox ( holds battery & lift controls ) <> Air Dam Is Aluma option

Side Steps <> Side Rails <> Spare Mount <> Winch Plate ( all home mfg. add on's ).

Purchased Feb 2020 <> just before price increases
You may get Sticker SHOCK Aluminum trailers have gone UP 25%.
R
trailer replaced was 11yr. Old Aluma 18ft non-tilt <> sold for $350.00 less for paid when new.

 

[jenk61]

700 + 1000 on a 22ft trailer.

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Wish I had a 22 but 20 works for us. Over 14k miles on the trailer in the last 2.5 years. Most with the 2 machines

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Thanks guys, this is what I was wanting to see. I think maybe the 22ft would be the better option.

 

[Neohio]

Thanks guys, this is what I was wanting to see. I think maybe the 22ft would be the better option.

It costs less to go bigger now than later.
20' 4000
22' 4500
24' 5000
Pricing is for example.
sell 20'(used) for 3000, +1500 to go 22'. If that makes sense?

 

[CID]

I believe that 8.5ft is the legal limit in Illinois. I would be overwidth in my state. 🙁

8-1/2 feet is the legal limit nationwide.

 

[Vikes79]

I believe that 8.5ft is the legal limit in Illinois. I would be overwidth in my state. 🙁

Yeah your right. Just cause you see it all the time in SD doesn’t mean it’s legal everywhere else.

 

[Vikes79]

Another Option: NO ramps needed

Aluma with the Power Tilt option. ( 2021 Pictured ) with toolbox on the 2ft. Stationary deck.
Tilt deck is 18ft. & there is a 2ft. Stationary deck in the front

Tungbox ( holds battery & lift controls ) <> Air Dam Is Aluma option

Side Steps <> Side Rails <> Spare Mount <> Winch Plate ( all home mfg. add on's ).

Purchased Feb 2020 <> just before price increases
You may get Sticker SHOCK Aluminum trailers have gone UP 25%.
R
trailer replaced was 11yr. Old Aluma 18ft non-tilt <> sold for $350.00 less for paid when new.

HAVE a Like NEW 2019 8214HST Aluma Gravity Tilt 14ft.with 5200 lbs Axle <> Going to part with here in Upstate N.Y
PM I if interested for pic &.

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Tilt decks are nice till you need to load two pieces of equipment safely. Especially with the ones that have a front apron that needs to have a portion of the load over to keep the tail from falling.

I have a aluminum 18’ plus 2’ dove tail with ramps. I have to back on my pioneer when hauling it plus my dad’s Kawasucky Mule to keep the bumpers from rubbing in the middle.

I wish I had the 20’ plus 2’ dovetail version of my trailer at times.