I've been using Pingel removable chocks for hauling our two H-Ds for years with absolutely NO problems. One Ultra, one V-Rod. How you use your straps is as important as the chocks used, IMO.
Having said that, however, I've been thinking about upgrading to something a little more secure (like a Bike Pro or Condor). I'm thinking that in a situation in which our bikes are getting tossed around (like in the situation of having to make an aversive move), the Pingels 'might' give up on me.
Ran wrote: I've been using Pingel removable chocks for hauling our two H-Ds for years with absolutely NO problems. One Ultra, one V-Rod. How you use your straps is as important as the chocks used, IMO.
Having said that, however, I've been thinking about upgrading to something a little more secure (like a Bike Pro or Condor). I'm thinking that in a situation in which our bikes are getting tossed around (like in the situation of having to make an aversive move), the Pingels 'might' give up on me.
Totally agree about the straps being as important as the chocks. Also is the placement and postion of the tie down locations.
But trust me, once you use the bike Pro or Condor you won't go back.
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2008 F-450 King Ranch 4X4
Ran wrote: I've been using Pingel removable chocks for hauling our two H-Ds for years with absolutely NO problems. One Ultra, one V-Rod. How you use your straps is as important as the chocks used, IMO.
Having said that, however, I've been thinking about upgrading to something a little more secure (like a Bike Pro or Condor). I'm thinking that in a situation in which our bikes are getting tossed around (like in the situation of having to make an aversive move), the Pingels 'might' give up on me.
Totally agree about the straps being as important as the chocks. Also is the placement and postion of the tie down locations.
But trust me, once you use the bike Pro or Condor you won't go back.
I have used Pingel's for years, we transport bikes thousands of miles
each year with no problems at all. Like others have said it's all in the tie downs and set up's. Done right the bikes will never move a
1/4".
I mount my chocks with ratchet tie down straps. I have two Harbor Freight locking-style chocks. I put a rubber mat under them and use two straps from the rear and loop another strap from the front. I can position them just about anywhere depending on the size of the bikes.
Pingel chocks are great,,If you know how to tie down the front end of a Harley or a Dirt Bike you will never,, I say never,, have trouble using Pingel Chocks,,,The chock is is to keep the bike from going forward or up....period......The tie downs are what keep the bike from leaning over..There are many good products for chocking bikes but you need to know how to use your tie downs..If you compress your front springs until you feel no side movement at the handlebars,,,thats about where you want them..Idont care what the motorcycle maker says I've been hauling Race Bikes and Show Bikes like this for 40 years, using Pingels...
You need to spend more time worrying about PROPER tie down Anchors,,that's where you need the strength,,
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