Alpha Sport Folding Motorcycle Trailer – Stand-Up Storage Design

Let me start with my rating. I was going to give it 4 stars, due to a few issues I found. But to be fair, I was expecting most of them, and there's no way I'd have justified paying thousands more for something made in the US (which might have had the same or similar issues anyway), so thought it'd be unfair to rate it lower. Plus with the excellent customer service from The USA Trailer Store, I'll be able to fix everything to my high standards (thanks guys). I also want to add that other than those minor issues, the quality of the trailer in general, and the design, are excellent. For the price, this is the best single ride-up/foldable motorcycle trailer(with suspension) that you can buy, period (more on that below). Let me make a comment about scratches and scuffs. No matter which brand of trailer you buy, or the cost, it's going to have them (especially from overseas). Even my cousin's top Kendon premium trailer (made in the USA), had lots of them, so it'd be unfair to penalize dealers for that (I didn't). It's simply not their fault. Plus it's easily fixed with a spray paint can of Rustoleum code# 7779830 gloss black. Now, important comments to help others with my extensive research. I considered the Kendon alternative (which is more expensive when equally equipped), mainly due to the fact it has caster wheels. But glad I didn't get it, thanks to my cousin, who owns one, and made me aware of several drawbacks to them. First, it can only be moved sideways, since the middle caster is fixed, so the trailer doesn't roll back when pushed up. Second, none of the casters have brakes. And finally, the casters are quite high, so you have to push the entire weight of the trailer up from about 45-deg. It'd be like adding an inch to your motorcycle center stand. You could injure your lower back when doing it by yourself, so not for me. The AlphaSport is much easier to push up, and can do it myself without issue. So unless you absolutely need the casters to move it around (I don't), I'd go with the AlphaSport instead. Plus it already comes with aluminum wheels, radial tires, and LED lights. By the way, when moving the trailer around, do it with the tail down; it's super easy that way. And if you need the trailer vertical when stored (like I do), just place 2 pieces of lumber (I used 2x8s) under the rear tube frame, and problem solved (it's rock solid like that). And always check all fasteners on your new trailer, to make sure everything is tight. Hope this helps. Looking forward to using the trailer in the spring. JC

Loaded up ready to go, fits nice good and solid !!

Just received my trailer. Easy to assemble. Can't wait to use it. Still waiting for the VIN number. Keeping it in storage till I get it registered and insured.

Is perfect for loading & hauling my goldwing from Ohio to sturgis, Montana, Florida, Washington, Idaho, Alabama, Wyoming, Tennessee, North Carolina. Tow behind a Honda Ridgeline and pulls great. Have had no issues with any mechanical or loading ramps. Wheelchoc is great and adjustable for wheel size. Highly recommend. When folded for storage, will stand on rear tube frame with s hook in wall to safety chain to prevent falling.