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.

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Tank Boy c/o wera forums &raquo;</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>

 

Thanks man.

 

Just read this on WERA:

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by andy342;975880 &raquo;</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>

 

element could easily pull a small trailer w/ bike

 

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

 

I'd tow a trailer with my TSX.

 

in CA law: trailer need to be license and insured?

 

All the trailers I've seen here have been licensed (plated). I'm not sure about insurance though.

 

i feel like ive seen a picture on this very forum of a bike in an element

a ducati?

 

take out the front passenger seat maybe?

 

Maybe if you left the rear hatch open?

I always liked the element - towing a small trailer would probably be easier.

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by AdeJong 03 &raquo;</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?

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by AdeJong 03 &raquo;</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.

 

and a bunch of dudes stole a bike in that ridiculous security video

 

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

 

Yeah I've seen multiple pics of bikes inside Elements.

 

are there things to strap it down to inside an element?

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Meanie5470 &raquo;</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.

 

Go for it and take pics. Should be cool.

 

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.

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by mikochu &raquo;</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. </TD></TR></TABLE>
ha haaaaaaaaaaaaaaa. Me to the rescue!!!

 

what a pain in the *** that would be Ur crazy if you have the patients to do that

 

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

 

I think I want an Element now lol. Hmm... maybe an 08 SC for my 08 CBR