oldride Posted March 24, 2016 Report Share Posted March 24, 2016 I'm new on this forum however I've been lurking around for a while. I was looking for a way to haul my CAN-Am Spyder on a truck bed DW did not want a toy hauler. So it was up to me to find a way to get it all together. I saw a post for sale by Martin down in Florida for his VolVo 610. After talking to him I took a leap of faith rode the bike from Louisiana to Fl. When I got there the truck was like he told me, after a short test drive I bought the truck loaded the bike on back and headed back home. Sure the truck has a lot of miles but i believe it will do us just fine. We hope to retire in 2 years so I have time to work on some small things. I will attach a pic shortly. But the truck is already in hdt bed and trucks called Ole Copper Head. 2011 CAN-AM Spyder Rt SE5, 2010 Alpine 5th wheel, 1998 Vovlo VNL610 Hopefully 2 years 6 month till full time retirement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevy3500 Posted March 24, 2016 Report Share Posted March 24, 2016 ENJOY! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad Heiser Posted March 24, 2016 Report Share Posted March 24, 2016 Congratulations. 2000 Kenworth T2000 w/ Cummins N14 and autoshift 2017 DRV Mobile Suite 40KSSB4 with factory mods, dealer mods and personal mods - now in the RV graveyard 2022 DRV Full House MX450 with customized floor plan 2018 Polaris RZR Turbo S (fits in the garage) 2016 Smart Car (fits in the garage or gets flat towed behind the DRV when the RZR is in the garage)My First Solar Install ThreadMy Second Solar Install Thread & Photos and Documents Related to the buildMy MX450's solar, battery and inverter system - my biggest system yet! chadheiser.com West Coast HDT Rally Website Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffw Posted March 24, 2016 Report Share Posted March 24, 2016 Congrats! 2007 Volvo 780 Volvo D12D, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronbo Posted March 24, 2016 Report Share Posted March 24, 2016 Congrats and welcome to the forum. Now we want to see the Spyder loaded on the deck. Ron C. 2013 Dynamax Trilogy 3850 D3 2000 Kenworth T2000 Optimus Prime Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dblr Posted March 24, 2016 Report Share Posted March 24, 2016 Nice and congrats!!!!!!!!! 2017 River Stone Legacy 38MB 2001 T2000 Kenworth 2009 Smart Passion ET Junior hitch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmzero Posted March 24, 2016 Report Share Posted March 24, 2016 Congrats and welcome to the forum. Now we want to see the Spyder loaded on the deck. Agreed. "Willy Mammoth" - Volvo 730, Sold Heartland Cyclone 4000 Toy HaulerT-Minus 26 years and counting to being a full timer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldride Posted March 24, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 24, 2016 I have to build in between the bed and cab in order to load spyder length wise.. I'm working on a set of ramps that will be 3 sections 25" wide and 14 ' long. They will hinge and fold to about 53". Plan to use as side boards if all goes well. Still some head scratching to do on that. 2011 CAN-AM Spyder Rt SE5, 2010 Alpine 5th wheel, 1998 Vovlo VNL610 Hopefully 2 years 6 month till full time retirement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkoenig24 Posted March 24, 2016 Report Share Posted March 24, 2016 Hope to see you at an HDT Rally, CONGRATULATIONS! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
remoandiris Posted March 24, 2016 Report Share Posted March 24, 2016 I saw a post for sale by Martin down in Florida for his VolVo 610. After talking to him I took a leap of faith rode the bike from Louisiana to Fl. When I got there the truck was like he told me, after a short test drive I bought the truck loaded the bike on back and headed back home. Nice color truck. Sent you a PM. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GlennWest Posted March 24, 2016 Report Share Posted March 24, 2016 I was curious who bought that truck. I almost did. Was talked out of it here. 2003 Teton Grand Freedom towed with 2006 Freightliner Century 120 across the beautiful USA welding pipe.https://photos.app.goo.gl/O32ZjgzSzgK7LAyt1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alie&Jim's Carrilite Posted March 24, 2016 Report Share Posted March 24, 2016 I was curious who bought that truck. I almost did. Was talked out of it here. And now you have an Autoshift and a bed you like. Alie & Jim + 8 paws 2017 DRV Memphis BART- 1998 Volvo 610 Lil'ole 6cyl Cummins Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GlennWest Posted March 25, 2016 Report Share Posted March 25, 2016 I know. That truck was 5k too. Not complaining, just curious. Actually it is an ultrashift. 2003 Teton Grand Freedom towed with 2006 Freightliner Century 120 across the beautiful USA welding pipe.https://photos.app.goo.gl/O32ZjgzSzgK7LAyt1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan0043 Posted March 25, 2016 Report Share Posted March 25, 2016 I'm new on this forum however I've been lurking around for a while. I was looking for a way to haul my CAN-Am Spyder on a truck bed DW did not want a toy hauler. So it was up to me to find a way to get it all together. I saw a post for sale by Martin down in Florida for his VolVo 610. After talking to him I took a leap of faith rode the bike from Louisiana to Fl. When I got there the truck was like he told me, after a short test drive I bought the truck loaded the bike on back and headed back home. Sure the truck has a lot of miles but i believe it will do us just fine. We hope to retire in 2 years so I have time to work on some small things. I will attach a pic shortly. But the truck is already in hdt bed and trucks called Ole Copper Head. Hi oldride, Welcome to the forum. Nice looking truck. I load my RZR sideways on the deck of my truck. Drive it right up the ramps in low gear. Enjoy your new ride, Al 2012 Volvo VNL 630 w/ I-Shift; D13 engine; " Veeger " Redwood, model 3401R ; 5th Wheel Trailer, " Dead Wood " 2006 Smart Car " Killer Frog " Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim & Wilma Posted March 25, 2016 Report Share Posted March 25, 2016 Congrats on your 610 and let the fun begin! Jim & Wilma 2006 Travel Supreme 36RLQSO 2009 Volvo VNL730, D13, I-shift, ET, Herrin Hauler bed, "Ruby" 2017 Smart Class of 2017 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Mayer Posted March 25, 2016 Report Share Posted March 25, 2016 I'm not sure why the Spyder cannot be side loaded. I've seen them loaded this way before. Is there a reason not to do that? Congrats on the truck. You should plan to come to the Hutchinson Rally. Jack & Danielle Mayer #60376 Lifetime Member Living on the road since 2000PLEASE no PM's. Email me. jackdanmayer AT gmail 2016 DRV Houston 44' 5er (we still have it) 2022 New Horizons 43' 5er 2016 Itasca 27N 28' motorhome 2019 Volvo 860, D13 455/1850, 236" wb, I-Shift, battery-based APU No truck at the moment - we use one of our demo units 2016 smart Passion, piggyback on the truck -------------------------------------------------------------------------See our website for info on New Horizons 5th wheels, HDTs as tow vehicles, communications on the road, and use of solar powerwww.jackdanmayer.com Principal in RVH Lifestyles. RVH-Lifestyles.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazyCooter Posted March 25, 2016 Report Share Posted March 25, 2016 They are over 8.5' long, but since it's just tires that overhang might be able to get away with it. 1999 Peterbilt 385 C12 430/1650 13spd 2006 Dodge 3500 DRW 4x4 2010 Hitchhiker Champagne 36 LKRSB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Gell Posted March 25, 2016 Report Share Posted March 25, 2016 That's a very nice looking truck, oldride! Congratulations and welcome to the Dark Side. Jim 2001 Volvo 770, Detroit 60 Series, Gen 2 Autoshift Passenger assist elevator to enter cab - for when we need it, or sell it? '05 Travel Supreme Select 40 RLQSO 5th wheel 2016 smart car We started full timing on December 1st 2014 Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness - Mark Twain Not all that wander are lost - J. R. R. Tolkien Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Mayer Posted March 25, 2016 Report Share Posted March 25, 2016 They are over 8.5' long, but since it's just tires that overhang might be able to get away with it. Our smarts are also overlength (overwidth). I don't know of anyone that has had an issue with that. I personally would side-load, since it is easier. But that is up to you. Jack & Danielle Mayer #60376 Lifetime Member Living on the road since 2000PLEASE no PM's. Email me. jackdanmayer AT gmail 2016 DRV Houston 44' 5er (we still have it) 2022 New Horizons 43' 5er 2016 Itasca 27N 28' motorhome 2019 Volvo 860, D13 455/1850, 236" wb, I-Shift, battery-based APU No truck at the moment - we use one of our demo units 2016 smart Passion, piggyback on the truck -------------------------------------------------------------------------See our website for info on New Horizons 5th wheels, HDTs as tow vehicles, communications on the road, and use of solar powerwww.jackdanmayer.com Principal in RVH Lifestyles. RVH-Lifestyles.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazyCooter Posted March 25, 2016 Report Share Posted March 25, 2016 Our smarts are also overlength (overwidth). I don't know of anyone that has had an issue with that. I personally would side-load, since it is easier. But that is up to you. I would do the same! Personal preference though.. 1999 Peterbilt 385 C12 430/1650 13spd 2006 Dodge 3500 DRW 4x4 2010 Hitchhiker Champagne 36 LKRSB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickS Posted March 25, 2016 Report Share Posted March 25, 2016 Well you guys with those fancy SC's.....May be over width but my old 2006 SC is still legal width on the truck. Rick & Carey,Excel W41GKE Wild Cargo Toyhauler Volvo 730, D13, I-shift, 500/1850Brabus Smart Car Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldride Posted March 29, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 29, 2016 Main reason for loading from rear is to use ramps as sideboards. Never know may have a Smart uner the Snyder . 2011 CAN-AM Spyder Rt SE5, 2010 Alpine 5th wheel, 1998 Vovlo VNL610 Hopefully 2 years 6 month till full time retirement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adept99 Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 We have a Smart, a Street Glide, and a CanAm Spyder. Normally, I expect to carry the Smart on the truck and and the bikes in the toyhauler. However, under certain circumstances, being able to carry the Harley or the Spyder on the truck could be pretty handy. So we will have (shortly) 3 ramps 12" x 14' that fold and are secured to the side of the truck bed with RIVnuts when loading / unloading. That will reduce the breakover angle enough to load the Spyder without dragging. I'll ride the ramps to load & unload. Since I have the other two ramps to use for my feet (and balance) I can also load the Street Glide the same way. Ramps will fit either side of the bed, so it's at least possible to ride "up and over" instead of "up and back down" Paul Paul & Paula + Daisy the amazing wiggle worm dog... 2001 Volvo 770 Autoshift, Singled, w/ Aluminum Bed - Toy Draggin 2013 395AMP XLR Thunderbolt Toy Hauler 2013 Smart Passion 2012 CanAm Spyder RT 2013 Harley Davidson Street Glide Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Mayer Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 That is a good way to do it Paul. My next truck will be like that as well...... Jack & Danielle Mayer #60376 Lifetime Member Living on the road since 2000PLEASE no PM's. Email me. jackdanmayer AT gmail 2016 DRV Houston 44' 5er (we still have it) 2022 New Horizons 43' 5er 2016 Itasca 27N 28' motorhome 2019 Volvo 860, D13 455/1850, 236" wb, I-Shift, battery-based APU No truck at the moment - we use one of our demo units 2016 smart Passion, piggyback on the truck -------------------------------------------------------------------------See our website for info on New Horizons 5th wheels, HDTs as tow vehicles, communications on the road, and use of solar powerwww.jackdanmayer.com Principal in RVH Lifestyles. RVH-Lifestyles.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Dawg Posted April 9, 2016 Report Share Posted April 9, 2016 Any Pics of the Spyder loaded yet? 2003 Newmar Mountainaire Class A Gasser 2005 Jeep Unlimited Dream would be a HDT carrying a Can Am Spyder Ozzy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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