Motorbike in Multivan??

[Transporter]

As an added bonus, the Multivans are now available with the 2.0TSI engine of the Audi Q5. This seems to be the valvelift engine with 150kw/350NM. With an ECU tune (180kw/450NM) the Multivan would almost be GTI quick .... .... just don't expect to take bends at the same speed ....

EDIT: I've seen VW claims of 9s 0-100km/h in stock mode, so 7s tuned (which is the same as a GTI) should be easy .....

Damn! Sharkie, I've promised to my T5 that it will be with me till the T6 arrives or longer. I hope that they'll have the 4Motion version as well.

[Motexion]

Try allsafe-group.com as they have the rails commonly used to secure spring bars as well as lugs so you can attach tiedowns.
ctc David Bailey on 0415 078 100.

[Silvertfox]

I've got a Vito, similar but different I guess. I've used the Pit Bull system and can fit two bikes in it.They are special units but very simple to use with no additional ties downs required.

[Baytown]

G'day Silver Fox. Great set up in the Merc. I've just been to the Pit Bull web site, what a fantastic product! I'm going to look into one for my K1200S. Certainly beats tie downs, and the K12's Hossack front end is difficult to tie down without marking the finish.
Good on you.

Ken

[krismart]

I've been looking into the Pit Bull Trailer Restraints for my current setup. Just be aware that if your bike isn't listed on the website they can custom make the pins if you give them a few measurements. I have had to order a new rear axle nut so the pins can go into the rear axle and then I can give them the correct measurements. Would you attach one in the back of a Multivan? Have you added a further plate underneath in the Vito Silvertfox for extra strength?

[krismart]

I've got a Vito, similar but different I guess. I've use the Pit Bull system and can fit two bikes in it.They are special units but very simple to use with no additional ties downs required.

Do you know the measurement between the floor and the roof in the back of your Vito? I also have a 690 Duke R and am looking at a Multivan which I think has 1317mm. It would have to go in without the mirrors but am wondering about loading through the back door. You look like you have a reasonable amount of clearance still.

[Silvertfox]

Do you know the measurement between the floor and the roof in the back of your Vito? I also have a 690 Duke R and am looking at a Multivan which I think has 1317mm. It would have to go in without the mirrors but am wondering about loading through the back door. You look like you have a reasonable amount of clearance still.

I am not sure of the dimensions, but I have to remove the standard mirrors to get into the back. The rear opening is quite a bit smaller than the internal dimensions.

With regards to strengthening the floor, the Pit Bull kit came with large washers to be installed under the floor. I have a timber floor in the Vito and the Pit Bull plate is on top of that with the supplied washers underneath. The load is spread quite well and I can't see any issues with the strength as installed. Adding a plate underneath would improve the strength, it's a matter of personal preference in the end.

[Kevo]

These vans fit bikes easily!

[krismart]

These vans fit bikes easily!

Don't think you'll be needing to tie the bikes down. Nothing's moving there!!

[Baytown]

My 2007 LWB Van with our 1947 Indian Chief in the rear and towing the 10 x 6 tandem with the 2010 Can Am Spyder Trike in the trailer. Wagga to Nth of Innisfail with only a turbo hose clamp failure which I managed to replace in some little town with an agricultural hose clamp!

The van has just repeated the task with my BMW K1200S in the back. Faultless and plently of room for an 8 ft long bike in the LWB.

Best wishes all.

Ken

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