Tie-downs?

**96xr400** · 10th July 2007, 13:20

i gotta buy some tie downs and see 25/37mm Aerofast, Gorilla's, seen some at supercheapauto can't remember brand
what do i want brand/size? where do i buy 'em? (they 4 older bike, i don't want cack, and don't need supa-dupa, what's reasonable?)
i see some have karabiners - never had them before, why use them?
ta

ps. in the forum is there an easy way of finding old threads I started? thanks

**Macktheknife** · 10th July 2007, 13:45

Originally Posted by 96xr400

i gotta buy some tie downs and see 25/37mm Aerofast, Gorilla's, seen some at supercheapauto can't remember brand
what do i want brand/size? where do i buy 'em? (they 4 older bike, i don't want cack, and don't need supa-dupa, what's reasonable?)
i see some have karabiners - never had them before, why use them?
ta

ps. in the forum is there an easy way of finding old threads I started? thanks

As for finding old threads, use the advanced search function and put your own name in.

As for tie-downs, heaps available, I prefer to use ratchet ones myself, pick them up for around $25 from Repco, supercheap etc. Have not seen carabiner ones but not my preference anyway.

**yod** · 10th July 2007, 13:49

i got a pair of ratchet jobbies from supercheap a couple of weeks ago for my RF since I was going on the ferry with it

450kg load capacity on each and $32.99 for both - how good are they? was a gentle crossing so hard to say but they seem pretty sturdy, didnt slip at all and easy to attach/remove

**mazz1972** · 10th July 2007, 15:15

We have got the Aerofast motorcycle tie downs from the Warehouse, and similar from Supercheap.....generally about $40 a pair. I wouldn't recommend the really cheap ones as the strapping is thin.

We don't use ratchet ones but it seems to be personal preference.

Caribiner hooks....the fully enclosed hook wouldn't come unhooked if there was a big jolt.....just a bit safer than open hooks. We use the caribiner hooks.

http://www.aerofast.co.nz/motorcycle.html

**Blackbird** · 10th July 2007, 15:46

Some non-ratchet tie-downs can slip so that's why I prefer ratchet type for peace of mind. There are some good deals at Bunnings too.

**scott411** · 10th July 2007, 15:58

Aerofast are avaialbe at most bike shops, we sell them for 36.95 for a 2 pack with carabina's, they are better in my opinion,

best thing is they are NZ made, a rarity these days

**cheese** · 10th July 2007, 16:54

I got some aerofast ones from the warehouse. Good as. Make sure that after you pull them tight that you then loop a knot around them incase they slip. oh, and get a shock saver.

**warewolf** · 10th July 2007, 18:36

My preference is Aerofast carabiner jobs. The crabs mean they don't fall out of the tie-down points while you are fiddling with the bike end, plus added security over bumps.

They also have the hooks in the short end at the top; it is easier to pass the webbing loop through the bike than it is to pass the metal hook. You can change the location of the hook but it is a pain... better to buy them that way, it doesn't cost any extra.

**thehovel** · 10th July 2007, 20:18

I only use ratchet tie downs see pick (hopefully)

**Delphinus** · 10th July 2007, 20:32

Originally Posted by thehovel

I only use ratchet tie downs see pick (hopefully)

I take it you don't lane split with that arrangement?

**Buddy L** · 10th July 2007, 21:26

i use the aero fast tie downs, just make sure that you do a couple of half hiches under the gripping teeth, as they do tend to slip. just for added safty.

My self and Dad were heading to one of Greg Powers rides and the bikes were on the trailer. using aero fast tie downs. when one of the wheels stripped the studs on the hub. trailer slid down the road, and the bikes were still tied down, perfectly. no damage

**96xr400** · 11th July 2007, 07:06

i bought some aerofast, good to know they're a good brand. i got from warehouse didn't have carabiners
cheers

**Brian d marge** · 11th July 2007, 13:27

Whats wrong with old fashioned Rope ... I have had this current lenght for about 5 years now Just as quick to tie down ( there is a way ) and quicker to release .

Stephen

**B0000M** · 11th July 2007, 16:17

Originally Posted by Brian d'marge

Whats wrong with old fashioned Rope ... I have had this current lenght for about 5 years now Just as quick to tie down ( there is a way ) and quicker to release .

Stephen

probably nothing wrong with it if you trust your knots, which i certainly dont trust my own, and a decent rope probably costs more than some decent tie downs anyway