Fit a bike inside a Honda Element?
07-16-2008, 12:31 PM
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Fit a bike inside a Honda Element?
A possible deal just came up for a Honda Element.
I'd like to use it to haul the bike to and from track days.
Do you think I can fit the bike inside the cabin with the tail gate closed? The RC51 is just under 7' tip to tip at the tires.
I'd like to use it to haul the bike to and from track days.
Do you think I can fit the bike inside the cabin with the tail gate closed? The RC51 is just under 7' tip to tip at the tires.
07-16-2008, 01:19 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Tank Boy c/o wera forums »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">No, not unless you take the front wheel off. There is only about 43" from the back of the front seats to the tail gate. Perfect for a mini or 125 but not for a big bike.</TD></TR></TABLE>
07-16-2008, 02:06 PM
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Re: (Jasper_db1)
Just read this on WERA:
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by andy342;975880 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">A new GSX-R1000 fits in the back of a Honda Element, with stands and spare parts. You do of course have to take out the rear seats.</TD></TR></TABLE>
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by andy342;975880 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">A new GSX-R1000 fits in the back of a Honda Element, with stands and spare parts. You do of course have to take out the rear seats.</TD></TR></TABLE>
07-16-2008, 02:14 PM
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Re: (Jasper_db1)
Wouldn't a small trailer be cheaper than a Honda Element?
For the hassle it would be to load a bike into an Element, it doesn't seem worth it. Even a 4-banger pickup would be easier/cheaper
For the hassle it would be to load a bike into an Element, it doesn't seem worth it. Even a 4-banger pickup would be easier/cheaper
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07-16-2008, 03:17 PM
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Re: Fit a bike inside a Honda Element? (__oversea)
All the trailers I've seen here have been licensed (plated). I'm not sure about insurance though.
07-17-2008, 06:41 AM
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Re: Fit a bike inside a Honda Element? (Jasper_db1)
Maybe if you left the rear hatch open?
I always liked the element - towing a small trailer would probably be easier.
I always liked the element - towing a small trailer would probably be easier.
07-17-2008, 06:41 AM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by AdeJong 03 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">i feel like ive seen a picture on this very forum of a bike in an element
a ducati?</TD></TR></TABLE>
I thought it was an R sexor?
a ducati?</TD></TR></TABLE>
I thought it was an R sexor?
07-17-2008, 11:28 AM
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Re: (AdeJong 03)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by AdeJong 03 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">i feel like ive seen a picture on this very forum of a bike in an element
a ducati?</TD></TR></TABLE>
.Ash put his yellow 748 in a mini-van if I remember correctly.
a ducati?</TD></TR></TABLE>
.Ash put his yellow 748 in a mini-van if I remember correctly.
10-21-2008, 04:11 PM
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Re: (mookie)
Kind of late for the party. Just wanted to share
http://www.elementownersclub.c...t=129
Modified by IslandSi at 6:33 PM 10/21/2008
http://www.elementownersclub.c...t=129
Modified by IslandSi at 6:33 PM 10/21/2008
10-21-2008, 07:31 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Meanie5470 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">are there things to strap it down to inside an element?</TD></TR></TABLE>
Yep, there are a couple tie downs in the back and the front. You can also use the seat mounts in the center of the E to hook straps to.
Also don't forget about the "Oh ****!" handles.
Yep, there are a couple tie downs in the back and the front. You can also use the seat mounts in the center of the E to hook straps to.
Also don't forget about the "Oh ****!" handles.
10-22-2008, 09:22 AM
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Re: (mikochu)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by mikochu »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I've seen pics of a 600rr in an Element...rear facing forward. I can't find pics, though. Actually, I'm too lazy to look. 
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ha haaaaaaaaaaaaaaa. Me to the rescue!!!
</TD></TR></TABLE>ha haaaaaaaaaaaaaaa. Me to the rescue!!!
Ur crazy if you have the patients to do that 
10-23-2008, 09:34 PM
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It wouldn't work if you did it like the one in the post I put up?
Tailgate down, put down a ramp/board, roll bike up, stick tire between front seats, strap bike down, pack up ramp/board, close up....go ride
Tailgate down, put down a ramp/board, roll bike up, stick tire between front seats, strap bike down, pack up ramp/board, close up....go ride
