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888.793.6184 • 931.668.8860 • ironhorsetrailers.com • [email protected]

888.793.6184 • 931.668.8860 • ironhorsetrailers.com • [email protected]

A FEW IMPORTANT WORDS ABOUT WIND!

In high winds, the streamlined shape of an Ironhorse Trailer can be a mixed blessing.  

On one hand, strong winds don’t affect Ironhorse Trailers much more than they do 

a streamlined modern auto, and considerably less than a slab sided SUV or truck.  

But that wind worthiness is deceptive.  If you continue on your way in cross winds, 

chances are you’ll be fine.  But there’s also a chance that the top will lift and flap 

around.  So to be on the safe side, if the wind is gusting at greater than 40 mph, stop 

and hole up.   But if you get caught in those kind of winds a long way from cover, take 

a couple of straps and loop them over the gas spring support arms and under the 

pulley support arm on each corner support.  Then continue at a little slower pace until 

you find cover or the wind slows down.

DISCLAIMER

Ironhorse Trailers is not responsible for any damage or injury caused by the use 

or misuse of the Ironhorse Trailer.  The examples given in the manual are general 

guidelines for illustration purposes only and cannot cover every possible combination 

of vehicle, hitch and trailer or every loading situation.  Have your particular vehicle 

inspected by an authorized trailer or hitch installation/repair facility before towing 

heavy loads.   You are solely responsible for the safe loading, unloading and operation 

of your tow vehicle, trailered vehicle and trailer.

TABlE OF CONTENTS

                          

Subject 

Page(s)

Introduction and welcome letter...............................................1
Table of contents .....................................................................2
Important safety information ....................................................3 - 5

Certifications and warning labels

 .............................................6

Ironhorse Trailers, Inc. Limited Warranty .................................7
Trailer features and components .............................................8 - 9
Tow vehicle requirements ........................................................10
Hitch details and electrics ........................................................11
Engager Break-Away system ..................................................12

Trailer specifications

 ................................................................13 

Wiring diagram ........................................................................13
Getting ready to tow ................................................................14
Loading your Ironhorse trailer..................................................15
Motorcycle tie-down instructions .............................................16
Trike and Spyder® loading and tie-down instructions .............17
Proper Care of Tires ................................................................18
Wheel and bearing maintenance .............................................19
Additional maintenance and care ............................................20
Painting reccommendations ....................................................20
Maintenance Record ...............................................................21

This Owner’s Manual contains important 

safety information and instructions. 

Please read and study this manual 

carefully BEFORE loading or 

towing your trailer.

Following all safety precautions 
and instructions can save a life!

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Summary of Contents for One bike

Page 1: ...Ironhorse Trailers Inc Owner s Manual For One Bike Two Bike One Trike WideBody Enclosed Trailers Ironhorse Trailers Inc 2013 For your safety please read carefully and keep with trailer ...

Page 2: ...ou have a problem don t hesitate to call us Our objective is to make sure every customer is a happy customer Should you have a problem with your trailer even after the warranty expires call us first we may be able to save you time and money and we do of course carry replacement parts in our inventory Thanks again for choosing an Ironhorse Trailer and please stop by if you re ever in the neighborho...

Page 3: ...iven in the manual are general guidelines for illustration purposes only and cannot cover every possible combination of vehicle hitch and trailer or every loading situation Have your particular vehicle inspected by an authorized trailer or hitch installation repair facility before towing heavy loads You are solely responsible for the safe loading unloading and operation of your tow vehicle trailer...

Page 4: ...n opening or closing the tailgate Damaged or loose D rings can break allowing cargo to shift the trailer s center of gravity resulting in loss of control Never crawl underneath your trailer when coupling or changing a tire You risk severe injury or death When installing your wheel chocks and d rings or changing a tire be sure your trailer is hooked to a tow vehicle Gas springs can lose their lifti...

Page 5: ...n charges incurred to obtain warranty service WARRANTOR S OBLIGATION Warrantor shall elect to remedy defects in materials and workmanship caused by Warrantor by repair replacement or refund if replacement or repair is not possible All defective products shall be delivered to Warrantor s address listed above unless prior written approval is obtained from Warrantor Warrantor may at its option select...

Page 6: ...r each time the door is opened Counter balance cable pulley Safety chains Electric brake breakaway battery not all models Rear stabilizer securing pin Marker light Weather strip Marker light Lock pins These engage in tailgate when flip top is down Strap to lower flip top Raise and lower the top only from the center of the rear never from only one side Holes for tailgate latch rods Access cover for...

Page 7: ...model One bike Two bike one trike WideBody Hitch class I II II II Empty weight 850 lbs 1050 lbs 1300 lbs Axle capacity 2000 lbs 3500 lbs 3500 lbs Unloaded tongue weight 60 lbs 80 lbs 100 lbs Overall width 6 8 8 4 8 6 Suggested types of tow vehicle Sub compact compact cars X Mid size cars X X Mid size pick ups and SUVs X X X Minivans X X X Full size cars X X X Full size pick ups and SUVs X X X Full...

Page 8: ...bumper The Engager Break Away Wiring Break Away box 7 pin connector Break Away cable Break Away switch Splices or connectors Blue Blue White Black Electric brake Red 12 volt feed Ironhorse Trailer Specifications One bike Two bike one trike WideBody Total length 15 4 15 4 16 0 Body length 12 6 12 6 13 6 Outside width at fenders 6 8 8 4 8 6 Inside width at wheel well 5 0 6 8 6 8 Tailgate opening wid...

Page 9: ... out Front jack pivoting up Jack wheel fully retracted with the jack handle Clockwise to lower jack Loading Your Ironhorse Trailer Get familiar with how the front jack swivels up into the stowed or towing position Make sure the locking handle pins engage fully in the lock pin holes Your Ironhorse trailer is equipped with rear stabilizers When operated correctly these enable the trailer to be loade...

Page 10: ... Ironhorse Wheel Chocks are only designed to hold your motorcycle without tie downs when the trailer is stationary and level On 1500 Honda Goldwing DO NOT use the rear bag guards to tie down the motorcycle Doing so will pull the guards off NEVER transport a motorcycle using only front tie downs When using power tools make sure you follow the manufacturer s directions always wear eye protection Dif...

Page 11: ...el One bike Two bike one trike WideBody Lug nut torque Aluminum wheel 70 85 ft lbs 70 85 ft lbs 80 100 ft lbs Wheel Size rim size 14 inch 14 inch 15 inch Bolt Pattern 5 x 41 2 0 offset 5 x 41 2 0 offset 5 x 41 2 0 offset These instructions along with a detailed diagram are located on page 52 of the Dexter Axle Operation Maintenance Service Manual included as part of your Owner s Package Remove the...

Page 12: ...Brakes Before connecting the trailer harness to your tow vehicle test the breakaway box for a proper charge Then connect the trailer harness to your tow vehicle and pull the breakaway pin to test the automatic braking action The breakaway cable must be connected to the tow vehicle in direct line with the breakaway switch NOT to any part of the hitch or chains Refer to the Engager Break Away Box in...

Page 13: ...Ironhorse Trailers Inc 5638 Manchester Highway Morrison TN 37357 USA 888 793 6184 931 668 8860 ironhorsetrailers com info ironhorsetrailers com ...

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