Ironhorse Trailers, Inc. Owner`s Manual
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1. Ibs Weight of 2nd bike if carried lbs Total weight of loaded trailer lbs 888 793 6184 931 668 8860 ironhorsetrailers com info ironhorsetrailers com Getting Ready to Tow Your lronhorse Trailer Hitches Already have a hitch on your vehicle You ll need a drawbar with a 2 diameter ball and the correct drop or rise for the top of the ball to be 16 above the ground see diagrams below 2 Ball Drawbar with RISE Q Drawbar with DROP 2 Hitch pin Ii T rE Hn pin Y is Height of ball H 16 inches top of ball to ground Hise R Height of hitch receiver A Height of hitch receiver A If you don t have a hitch get one installed with the correct drawbar To calculate what type of draw bar you need see examples below For vehicles requiring a DROP drawbar Example Height of ball H 4 Height of hitch receiver A 20 16 4 H 12 20 A 12 8 DROP D For vehicle requiring a RISE drawbar Example Height of ball H 4 Height of hitch receiver A 8 16 4 tH 12 12 8 A 4 RISE R Electrical Connectors lronhorse trailers with electric brakes need a round 7 pin trailer receptacle and a brake actuator lronhorse trailers with no electric brakes use a flat 4 pin receptacle 7 to 4 pin adapters are available2. 7 Pin Wiring Diagram To make diagram clearer the white ground wires from each component are not shown These white ground wires terminate on the metal frame Refer to above table for 4 pin wire colors Ironhorse Wire Colors RH Marker lights Electric brakes RH Marker light White na Black Break away battery 3 um NP ud Yellow w brown stripe E R H Turn stop Green w brown stripe HL E R H Tail marker ara 7 pin u rLIlmxc connector CI y pe M U lronhorse T L H Tail marker idi io 1a T i L H Turn stop j n Yellow I Green See opposite page for LH Marker lights Electric brakes LH Marker light detailed wiring diagram of Breakaway System US 888 793 6184 931 668 8860 ironhorsetrailers com info ironhorsetrailers com Getting Ready to Tow Your lronhorse Trailer If your ironhorse trailer has electrically 2 operated brakes and a breakaway system it will have a 7 pin wiring connector Trailers without these features have the more common 4 pin connector Familiarize yourself with these components and how they function Clockwise to lower jack Locking handle Front jack connector Breakaway cable Get familiar with how the front jack swivels up into the stowed or towing position Make sure the locking handle pins engage fully in the lock pin holes Locking handle pulled out Front jack pivoting up Jack wheel fully r
3. 7 to 4 or 5 pin adapter 7 pin receptacle If your vehicle is already equipped with a 7 or 4 pin receptacle check your owner s manual that the correct fuses are in place and operational Factory Tow Packages Check with a Trailer Hitch Install or RV Center to ensure that your vehicle s factory tow package can be configured and is compatible with the Ironhorse trailer you have purchased We recommend that a Trailer Hitch Install or RV Center sets up the electric brake controller and checks its operation Breakaway and Security systems If your Ironhorse trailer has a breakaway system it automatically engages the trailer brakes should trailer become detached from tow vehicle a small battery will charge each time trailer is used Electrical cont All your lights must work to be legal and safe The weakest link are the connectors they can corrode and need occasional attention to keep the system working When cleaning the connectors be careful not to short them out Electric brakes also run through this connector Have an observer confirm your brake lights blinkers and running lights are working properly each time you hook up Your tow vehicle must have the correct plug at the rear and must be connected to the correct tow vehicle circuits for the vehicle to correctly tow the trailer Trailers equipped with brakes have a 7 way round plug and all other trailers have a flat 4 way plug It is very important that there be a
4. lronhorse Trailers Inc 2013 lronhorse Trailers Inc Owner s Manual for One Bike lwo BikelOne tiko R WideBody Endosed Uratlers For your safety please read carefully and keep with trailer FOR OUR CUSTOMERS Congratulations You have chosen an Ironhorse Trailer the motorcycle trailer that set the high bar for bike haulers Not only is your lronhorse beautiful to look at you will find it is a joy to tow easy to move by hand and kind to your wallet at the gas pump We strive for the highest quality possible but our trailers and the parts that go into them are built by people and we all know that people sometimes make mistakes That s why your trailer has a four year warranty just in case So if you have a problem don t hesitate to call us Our objective is to make sure every customer is a happy customer Should you have a problem with your trailer even after the warranty expires call us first we may be able to save you time and money and we do of course carry replacement parts in our inventory Thanks again for choosing an Ironhorse Trailer and please stop by if you re ever in the neighborhood One of the things we hope makes us stand out from other trailer manufacturers is that when a customer brings his trailer to visit we ll go over it and do a check and clean up We wish you many happy days of towing your bikes to the beautiful places to ride and many happy hours in the saddle enjoying the beaut
5. Roll your motorcycle front wheel into the Wheel Chock The front tire will be wedged by the front stop and the rear cradle These will hold the motorcycle upright in the Chock 1 4 of 3 With an assistant check to see there is approx 1 8 space or gap between the bottom front of the cradle and the floor of the trailer or garage See diagram below right 4 If the space or gap is not correct have an assistant rock the front wheel backwards or forwards to obtain correct clearance 5 When you have correct adjustment secure front stop with pin Detent pin in front 1 8 1 4 space or gap hole Using front hole gives 1 2 hole fine tuning Motorcycle Tie Down Instructions Make sure both rear anchor points are approximately 45 IN FRONT of the tie down attachment points on motorcycle see diagram below Main securing force applied Front wheel 2 by REAR tie downs secured in Wheel Chock 1 Ride or push motorcycle to secure front wheel in Wheel Chock 2 Use two inch ratchet style tie downs to tie down your motorcycle as shown above The lower ends of the tie downs should be attached to D rings in the floor The upper ends should be attached to the motorcycle s frame OR to points NEAR the frame on fixtures rigidly attached to it like upper shock mounts passenger peg brackets bag guards etc NEVER attach these two tie downs to the swing arm of your motorcycle Once these two tie downs are p
6. XXXXXX XXXXXX ADDITIONAL SPARE XXXXXX XXXXXX paces roy C AUTI O N z Proper operation of the rear stabilizer system is critical LOWER STABILIZERS to your safety as well as the BEFORE USING RAMP safety of your tow vehicle TO LOAD OR UNLOAD and trailer This label is located on the rearmost RAISE STABILIZERS chassis cross member on all BEFORE MOVING TRAILER enclosed lronhorse Trailers Necessary precautions for all enclosed Ironhorse Trailers This label is located on the top of the tongue CAUTION DO NOT LOWER RAMP WHEN WIND EXCEEDS 20 MPH FACE TRAILER INTO SLOWER WINDS BEFORE LOWERING RAMP IRONHORSE TRAILERS INC LIMITED WARRANTY IRONHORSE TRAILERS INC 5638 Manchester Highway Morrison TN 37357 Warrantor warrants to the ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER and any subsequent purchaser Purchaser for a period of FOUR 4 YEARS from the date of purchase by Original Purchaser that its Ironhorse Trailer Product shall be free of defects in material and workmanship attributable to the Warrantor Upon the discovery of any such defect in material or workmanship during the warranty period IRONHORSE TRAILERS INC shall repair or exchange the product at its principal place of business lronhorse Trailers obligation under this warranty is strictly limited to the repair or replacement of defects of the Product Paint applied to the original fiberglass body is not covered under this warranty lronhorse does not assume or aut
7. AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING LOSS OF TIME INCONVENIENCE LOSS OF USE TOWING FEES TELEPHONE CALLS OR COST OF MEALS FOR ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply to you Inquiries regarding these warranties should be sent to Dexter Axle P O Box 250 Elkhart Indiana 46515 USA iG 888 793 6184 931 668 8860 ironhorsetrailers com info ironhorsetrailers com Additional Care and Maintenance Instructions Fiberglass Exterior Wash your trailer thoroughly when you get it and put a good coat of UV blocking wax on it Repeat the wax job a couple of times per year If you leave your trailer in the sun and it eventually dulls you can bring it back to near new condition by buffing it with a fiberglass boat rubbing compound If your white Ironhorse receives body damage take it to a boat repair shop or a body shop that specializes in Corvette repair Painted Exterior Wait until thirty 30 days to apply wax to your painted lronhorse After the initial waxing we recommend that you wax your trailer once every six months If you incur body damage to a painted trailer find an auto collision shop with Corvette experience Plastic Gravel Shield used on the f
8. bearing maintenance eeeeesees 19 Additional maintenance and care seeeseeeseesse 20 Painting reccommendations cccsscceecceeeceeeeceeecseesseenaees 20 Maintenance Record PPP TEE 21 888 793 6184 931 668 8860 ironhorsetrailers com info ironhorsetrailers com This Owner s Manual contains important safety information and instructions Please read and study this manual carefully BEFORE loading or towing your trailer Following all safety precautions and instructions can save a life A ERES Uu XO SuSE WOKS XOU T WONT In high winds the streamlined shape of an Ironhorse Trailer can be a mixed blessing On one hand strong winds don t affect Ironhorse Trailers much more than they do a streamlined modern auto and considerably less than a slab sided SUV or truck But that wind worthiness is deceptive If you continue on your way in cross winds chances are you ll be fine But there s also a chance that the top will lift and flap around So to be on the safe side if the wind is gusting at greater than 40 mph stop and hole up But if you get caught in those kind of winds a long way from cover take a couple of straps and loop them over the gas spring support arms and under the pulley support arm on each corner support Then continue at a little slower pace until you find cover or the wind slows down DISCLAIMER Ironhorse Trailers is not responsible for a
9. date of first sale of the trailer incorporating such components EXCLUSIVE REMEDY Dexter Axle will at its option repair or replace the affected components of any defective axle repair or replace the entire defective axle or refund the then current list price of the axle In all cases a reasonable time period must be allowed for warranty repairs to be completed Allowance will only be made for installation costs specifically approved by Dexter Axle WHAT YOU MUST DO In order to make a claim under theses warranties You must be the original purchaser of the vehicle in which the TorflexR Axles were originally installed You must promptly notify us within the warranty period of any defect and provide us with any substantiation that we may reasonably request The axles or suspensions must have been installed and maintained in accordance with good industry practice and any specific Dexter Axle recommendations including those specified in Dexter Axle s publication Operation Maintenance Service Manual EXCLUSIONS These warranties do not extend to or do not cover defects caused by The connecting of brake wiring to the trailer wiring or trailer wiring to the towing vehicle wiring The attachment of the running gear to the frame Hub imbalance or any damage caused thereby Parts not supplied by Dexter Axle Any damage whatever caused by or related to any alteration of the axle including welding supplemental brackets to the axle Normal wear and tear A
10. ground wire from your tow vehicle s connector to its frame Hitches safety chains or ball couplers will not provide an adequate ground for your trailer If an auxiliary battery is added to your trailer a fuse should be installed between the battery and the trailer 4 Way Plug Wire color Function Green R H Turn and Stop Light L H Turn and Stop Light Running Lights Yellow Brown White Ground 7 Way Plug Pin label Function Ironhorse color wire color 1 White White 2 Blue Electric brakes Black 3 Green 4 Black 5 Red 6 Brown 7 Yellow Ground Running Lights Brown striped Breakaway Battery Red L H Turn and Stop Light R H Turn and Stop Light Auxillary None Yellow Green Electric Brake Axle Breakaway Battery Your vehicle must be equipped with an electric brake actuator for your electric trailer brakes to operate Refer to your Dexter Axle Operation Maintenance Service Manual for general maintenance DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPEN BATTERY BOX Electric Brakes Before each trip be sure to check and test the battery and breakaway box for proper charge and operation Before connecting the electrical system to the tow vehicle press the test button on your breakaway box A green light will indicate the battery is charged The breakaway cable must be connected to the tow vehicle NOT to the coupler ball or the safety chains PLEASE NOTE ATTACHING AND DETACHING THE TRAILER WIRING HARNESS WITH THE V
11. with wheel blocks 7 Line up your bike or trike to the center of the trailer and ride 9 The rear stabilizers are NOT jacks they should NEVER be used or drive on in one smooth steady motion The front wheel chock to raise the wheels off the ground Both rear stabilizers MUST will secure your bike in the upright position allowing you to safely be raised before towing Failure to raise the stabilizers prior to dismount and secure your bike towing will cause significant damage to the trailer 8 Lower front jack to take pressure off stabilizers A Make sure rear stabilizers are fully retracted before towing A Pp Ub 888 793 6184 931 668 8860 ironhorsetrailers com info ironhorsetrailers com Adjusting Wheel Chock The Wheel Chock can be easily adjusted to suit a wide variety of wheel tire diameters see diagram below CAUTION Ironhorse Wheel Chocks may not work with tail dragger tire hugger front fenders Putting this type of motorcycle into an Ironhorse Wheel Chock may cause damage to the fender Check your motorcycle carefully Make sure no portion of the front fender is lower than 6 from where the front tire touches the road www Different wheel FS Ww tire diameters Adjustable front wheel stop Cradle M S 2 IN E et X P4 NES E Trailer floor Frame 7 1 Insert the detent pin into the main body of the Wheel Chock securing the front wheel stop with one hole exposed see diagram below 2
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13. ASER ACKNOWLEDGES RECEIPT OF THE IRONHORSE TRAILERS SAFETY WARNING INFORMATION AND IRONHORSE TRAILERS OWNERS MANUAL ATTACHED TO AND MADE PART OF THIS WARRANTY IMPORTANT Complete the warranty card enclosed with your manual owners package and mail it within 15 days of purchase to Ironhorse Trailers 5638 Manchester Highway Morrison TN 37110 USA 888 793 6184 931 668 8860 ironhorsetrailers com info ironhorsetrailers com Trailer Features and Components Study this diagram and your trailer to familiarize yourself with the different components and their correct function Marker light Weather strip Main body of trailer Electric brake breakaway battery not all models Hitch lever Coupler ms Safety chains Elelctric hook up Rolling front jack Marker light Trailer wheel and tire Wheel blocks Marker light Rear stabilizer Rear stabilizer securing pin available as accessory Tailgate deadbolt latch rod 888 793 6184 931 668 8860 ironhorsetrailers com info ironhorsetrailers com Flip up top Make sure the pins on the lip of the top are in their corresponding tailgate holes before latching the tailgate Lock pins NL S dll engage in tailgate when flip top is down _ TT Strap to lower flip top Raise and lower the top only from the center of the rear never from only one side ee Gas struts and hinge linkages Interior light Will only work when trailer is hit
14. EHICLE RUNNING CAN CAUSE FUSES IN YOUR VEHICLE TO BLOW 888 793 6184 931 668 8860 ironhorsetrailers com info ironhorsetrailers com Breakaway System not on all Ironhorse models Ironhorse Trailers equipped with electric brakes also have The 2 Test by pulling firmly on the cable of Break Away Switch Battery Engager Break Away system installed This is designed to bring will activate brakes Note DO NOT use this kit as a parking brake the trailer to a stop by activating the electric brakes should the 3 Once tested Break Away cable should be secured to the vehicle trailer become disconnected from the tow vehicle while in motion bumper or frame The cable can be attached in many different The following instructions must be precisely followed to ensure ways Two of the most common are illustrated Note plunger proper operation of the Break Away system _ should always be facing the rear of tow vehicle directly behind Operating Instructions where you secure the cable to your tow vehicle Any other angle Unit must be charged before testing or use may cause Break Away switch failure 1 Test your Break Away Kit before each outing The trailer plug should be disconnected from the tow vehicle when using the Push to Test battery feature Otherwise you will be testing the charge of your tow vehicle s battery The LED test light will only work with a full 12 volts the lower the voltage the dimmer the LEDs will illuminate B
15. OR TO USE Recommended Tire Pressures Air pressure taken when tire is COLD Use only ST Special Trailer tires Ironhorse trailer model Two bike one trike WideBody Empty 35 PSI 45 PSI 55 PSI Loaded 45 PSI 50 PSI 65 PSI Tire Sizes Ironhorse trailer model Two bike one trike WideBody Tires must Special Trailer type S1205 75R14C S1205 75R14C S1225 75R15D Proper care of tires Infrequent use is the number one enemy of trailer tires and heat is enemy number two The good news is that according to all reports Ironhorse Trailers behave well even during catastrophic tire failure Infrequent use Storing parking the trailer for long periods of time leads to a tire condition commonly called dry rot Some dry rot is visible narrow random cracks in the surface of your tires But you can t tell how deep the cracks are and hence how dangerous they are While most people understand that unused tires eventually develop dry rot not everybody understands that infrequently used tires dry rot quickly Raising your tires off the ground or putting wood blocks between your tires and asphalt or concrete may slow down dry rot although it won t entirely prevent it If you do not use your trailer on a regular basis replace the tires at least every 3 years irrespective of tread wear Heat As tires and the air inside them get hot the harder that air searches for a weak spot So what makes tires get hotter Black asphalt and 100 plus d
16. all dirt bike 6 Adjust your speed to match the roughness of the road and the outside temperature Slow down if the road is extremely rough or if it is extremely hot outside Slow down even more if both conditions apply 7 Every time you stop feel the treads of your trailer tires and your tow vehicle tires If your trailer tires are hotter than your tow vehicle tires slow down 13 888 793 6184 931 668 8860 ironhorsetrailers com info ironhorsetrailers com Wheels and Bearings You must maintain inspect and properly lubricate the trailer wheel procedure refer to Dexter amp Axle Operation Maintenance Service bearings Wheel lug nuts should be tightened with a torque wrench Manual included as part of your Owner s Package Recheck any and checked after 100 miles of initial towing and then every 3 000 wheel that has been removed and replaced after towing the first miles Refer to the chart below for proper torque Lube and 100 miles Do not drive a loaded trailer with a missing lug nut or check the condition of the bearings every 12 000 miles For this damaged lug bolt A hot bearing needs immediate attention Wheel Information and Lug Nut Torque Lug nut torque Aluminum wheel 70 85 ft lbs 70 85 ft Ibs 80 100 ft Ibs Wheel Size rim size 14 inch 14 inch 15 inch Bolt Pattern 5 x 41 2 0 offset 5x 41 2 O offset 5 x 41 2 0 offset Dexter Axle E Z Lube Lubrication These instructions along with a deta
17. ched to tow vehicle with vehicle s lights on Counter balance cable pulley Holes for tailgate latch rods Access cover for elecrical wiring Tailgate counter balance cables bs Inspect the cable for wear each time the door is opened 6 Tailgate loading ramp Always stand clear of the door when opening Even counterbalanced the tailgate is heavy so use appropriate lifting techniques to open and close the door The tailgate can be slippery when wet Interior of One Bike Two Bike One Trike Trailer Interior of WideBody Trailer Wiring harness NOT to be used as handles or for tie downs 888 793 6184 931 668 8860 ironhorsetrailers com info ironhorsetrailers com Tow Vehicle Requirements For trouble free towing it is essential that your tow vehicle is correctly matched to the lIronhorse trailer you have purchased Match the GVWR of your trailer to the maximum trailer weight allowed for your tow vehicle See the Tow Vehicle Guidelines table below Match the hitch weight carrying capacity of your tow vehicle with the loaded tongue weight of your trailer Match the size of the brake controller to the number of braking wheels on your trailer Match the electrical wiring of your tow vehicle to the wiring on your trailer Be sure to check that your tow vehicle has a ground wire running from the receptacle to the frame Match the ball size to the coupler size We use a two inch ball Never t
18. e page 888 793 6184 931 668 8860 ironhorsetrailers com info ironhorsetrailers com Loading Your lronhorse Trailer Rear Stabilizers Your lronhorse trailer is equipped with rear stabilizers When fitting flush against the vertical wall of the trailer operated correctly these enable the trailer to be loaded and The rear stabilizers are NOT jacks they are stabilizers Block tires unloaded when not hiched to a tow vehicle This feature allows the before using rear stabilizers Not blocking the tires may result in trailer to be used as a free standing garage These rear stabilzers failure of the stabilizers property damage and personal injury Both can be accessed when the tailgate ramp is lowered The stabilizers rear drop stabilizers must be lowered before using the loading ramp if are secured with locking pins A series of holes in the stabilizer the trailer is not attached to a tow vehicle Both rear drop stabilizers enables you to adjust the depth you lower them by The locking must be raised before towing Failure to raise the stabilizers prior to pins should pass all the way through the stabilizer towing will cause significant damage to the trailer c Stabilizer securing pin Wheel blocks Rear stabilizer available as an accessory 1 Park trailer on level ground 4 Lower rear stabilers 2 Use jack to elevate front 5 Raise front jack SLIGHTLY to put tension on jack and stabiliers 3 Lower tailgte ramp 6 Block both wheels
19. e tailgate counterbalance spring and cable can inflict serious injury if it breaks or is incorrectly adjusted so always stand well clear of the door when opening and inspect the cable for wear each time the door is opened Do not attempt to service the spring and cable door system yourself Call a professional The tailgate loading ramp is heaviest when fully open Take care when opening or closing the tailgate Damaged or loose D rings can break allowing cargo to shift the trailer s center of gravity resulting in loss of control 9 Never crawl underneath your trailer when coupling or changing a tire You risk severe injury or death When installing your wheel chocks and d rings or changing a tire be sure your trailer is hooked to a tow vehicle gt Gas springs can lose their lifting capability with age and cold weather and can cause the top to fall resulting in serious injury gt Do not transport people inside the trailer it puts their lives at risk and may be illegal Do not transport flammable explosive poisonous or other dangerous materials in your trailer gt Do not walk or crawl on the roof or top of any Ironhorse Trailer Be aware that the loading ramp and floor can be slippery when wet gt Never transport a motorcycle on the kick stand or center stand An improperly coupled trailer can result in death or serious injury 9 Periodic maintenance will lengthen wheel bearing life Refer to the instructions in the O
20. egree temperatures trailers loaded near or beyond the design weight excessive speed rough roads and especially under inflated tires are a recipe for trouble Under inflation When tires roll the sidewalls flex and the flimsier the sidewall the more they flex building up heat in the tire carcass That s why Special Trailer STxxx tires must be used for trailers instead of Passenger Tires Pxxx Special Trailer tires have much stronger sidewalls with less flex less heat build up The heavier the load at a given level of inflation the more the sidewalls flex Likewise the heavier the load the rougher the road and the faster you drive with given levels of initial inflation and outside temperatures the more the tires flex and the hotter they get often resulting in failure Maximum recommended towing speed for trailers with ST tires is 65mph Seven steps to blow out free trailering 4 If your trailer tires are over three years old and your trailer stays parked for weeks at a time replace them 2 If you park your trailer for more than 30 days put wood blocks between the tires and the concrete or asphalt 4 Adjust your initial inflation tire pressure to match your load and the outside temperature 3 If your trailer has been parked for more than 30 days check tire pressure before driving it 5 Adjust your speed to match the load in your trailer for example 10 15 mph slower for two big motorcycles than one sm
21. eneral Maintenance Electric Brakes Before connecting the trailer harness to your tow vehicle test the breakaway box for a proper charge Then connect the trailer harness to your tow vehicle and pull the breakaway pin to test the automatic braking action The breakaway cable must be connected to the tow vehicle in direct line with the breakaway switch NOT to any part of the hitch or chains Refer to the Engager Break Away Box information in your Owner s Package Ironhorse Trailers Wheel Chock If your trailer did not come with an Ironhorse Wheel Chock s and you wish to instal one refer to Ironhorse Installation Instruction sheet If you need replacement parts for your trailer please call us We ll send you the parts with instructions for installation if applicable and bill you for the cost of the parts plus a nominal shipping and handling fee Instructions for Painting Your Ironhorse Flip Top Trailer If you purchased a white gelcoat Ironhorse and want to have it painted find a qualified professional painter The best paint jobs are done by professional automotive repair shops or shops that work on Corvettes Any shop you are considering should have a paint booth and bake oven and it should be CLEAN no dust dirt and debris A good paint job is expensive so look carefully check references and look at samples of paint jobs done by the shops you are considering We strongly recommend invisible gravel shield to protect the front and
22. ental equipment loss of time and inconvenience and loss of or damage to cargo LIMITATION AND DISCLAIMER Warrantor expressly limits the duration of all implied warranties of merchantability all implied warranties of fitness for a particular purpose and other implied warranties to the warranty period of two 2 years The Warrantor expressly disclaims all implied warranty of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose after expiration of the warranty period There is no warranty made beyond that contained in this Warranty No person has authority to enlarge amend or modify this Warranty DESIGN CHANGES Warrantor reserves the right to change the design of its Product at any time without notice and with no obligation to make corresponding changes in its previously manufactured Product LEGAL REMEDIES OF PURCHASER This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have rights which vary from state to state No action to enforce this Warranty shall start later than six 6 months after the discovery of a defect or after expiration of the Warranty Period IN THE EVENT THAT THE IRONHORSE TRAILER PRODUCT OR ANY PORTION THEREOF IS NOT INSTALLED OR USED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER S SPECIFICATIONS ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES AS DESCRIBED ABOVE EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED SHALL BE AND ARE HEREBY VOIDED ONLY UPON THE PROPER INSTALLATION AND USE OF THE PRODUCT SHALL THIS WARRANTY APPLY BY EXECUTING AND REGISTERING THIS WARRANTY PURCH
23. etracted with the jack handle U Hitching your trailer to your tow vehicle 1 Make sure stabilizers are in the UP position 2 Jack up coupler high enough to clear ball on tow vehicle and be sure the hitch ball lever is in a vertical open position 3 Either move the trailer to the tow vehicle or back up the tow vehicle to the trailer Position coupler directly over the ball on the tow vehicle Coupler positioned over ball Hitch ball lever Stabilizers in UP position Jack retracted in the stowed position Stabilizers in UP position 4 Lower the coupler onto the ball with the jack 5 Close the hitch ball lever 6 Retract front jack Pull locking handle and pivot jack up until locking handle snaps into the stowed position 7 Connect safety chains see diagram below and breakaway cable Make sure the ignition is OFF before connecting the electrical connector failure to do this could blow a fuse 8 Check operation of lights and check your trailer s tailgate is closed locked and secure 9 Remove exterior wheel blocks if used and stow them _ Safety chains crossed with open facing to rear Final Checks Check that the lights and turn signals on the trailer function correctly Check the electric brake controller is working and that the breakaway battery is charging look for yellow light For information on loading and securing your motorcycle se
24. fenders after painting Finally we use a softer trim on the top edge of painted trailers Call us for pricing or to order Here s the process we use for paint jobs copy this and provide it to your painter 1 Remove all trim pin striping rubber bumpers and lights 2 Prep and paint trailer If your painter wants to remove the top of a 1 or 2 bike lronhorse 3 Reinstall rubber bumpers lights trim and the top do it this way Bi A Remove the bolts that hold the front hinge to the floor B Disconnect the gas springs at the rear C Remove the bolts holding the hinge support arms to the upright frame member If your painter is installing invisible gravel shield the trailer must sit D Remove the entire unit consisting of the top for at least 72 hours prior to gravel shield installation Failure to and hinge mechanism allow the paint to breathe will result in bubbles in the gravel shield E Support the top on racks when it is off the trailer 888 793 6184 931 668 8860 ironhorsetrailers com info ironhorsetrailers com Maintenance Log We recommend you record your mileage every time you use your trailer and keep accurate records of maintenance performed Date Service performed Mileage Zl 888 793 6184 931 668 8860 ironhorsetrailers com info ironhorsetrailers com IRONHORSE TRAILERS INC Established 200 d p dm 5638 Manchester Highway Morrison TN 37357 USA
25. horize anyone to assume for them any other obligation This warranty is null and void if trailer is rented commercially THINGS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY Warrantor is not responsible for claims relating to the following 1 defacing scratches dents chips and tears on any surface not caused by Warrantor 2 routine maintenance 3 damage from unauthorized repairs abuse misuse or neglect 4 damage caused by improper hitch ball or tow vehicle hook up 5 damage caused to the trailer or its contents caused by failure to heed the safety warnings and cautions for safe operating and transporting 6 damage caused to a paint job by not following the manufacturer s recommendation of having a gravel shield installed 7 damage to the trailer or to any of its contents while being used as a rental vehicle 8 acts of God and 9 component parts covered by a separate Supplier Warranty such as warranties from the manufacturer of tires axles jacks locks couplers wheel chocks d rings etc These warranty claims must be presented to their respective component manufacturer for warranty service lronhorse Trailers Inc reserves the exclusive right to make the final determination of whether or not the Product has been abused or misused by the Purchaser PURCHASER S OBLIGATIONS Purchaser must complete sign and return the attached Limited Warranty within fifteen 15 days of original purchase to obtain warranty protection Any unregistered warranty will be c
26. iful views our vast land has to offer Travel safely Ed and Julie Heard 888 793 6184 931 668 8860 ironhorsetrailers com info ironhorsetrailers com TABLE OF CONTENTS Subject Page s Introduction and welcome letter essssssss 1 Table of contents cccccccceeceeeceeeceeceeeeeeeceeseeeaeeseeeseeeneesaeees 2 Important safety information cccccceceseeceeeceeeseeeeeeseeeeeeees 3 5 Certifications and warning labels esses 6 Ironhorse Trailers Inc Limited Warranty 7 Trailer features and components eeeeeeeeeeeee 8 9 Tow vehicle requirements cccecceeceeceeeeeeeeeeeeseeseeseeseeeaeees 10 Hitch details and electrics eeeeeseeeeeeeeeeese 11 Engager Break Away system cccceccseeeseeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeseeeneeens 12 Trailer specifications ccceccecceecceeceeeeeeseeteeeeeeeeeeaeeeeeteesaeeeaes 13 WIG QUOC QUI Aee A E E E 13 Getting ready to tOW eannnannnannennnnnnnnennnsnrnnrersnnnrnnrnrerererenrrerenne 14 Loading your lronhorse tralller ccccccsccsecsssesseeceeeeeeseeeees 15 Motorcycle tie down instructions eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee 16 Trike and Spyder loading and tie down instructions 17 Proper Care of Tires ccccsecccsecceeeceeteseeeseteneeeneeeeeeeeenseeteess 18 Wheel and
27. iled diagram are located on the fitting Pump grease into the fitting The old displaced grease page 52 of the Dexter Axle Operation Maintenance Service Manual will begin to flow back out the cap around the grease gun nozzle included as part of your Owner s Package When the new clean grease is observed remove the grease gun Remove the rubber plug from the end of the grease cap Place a wipe off any excess and replace the rubber plug in the cap standard grease gun onto the grease fitting located in the end of Rotate hub or drum while adding grease the spindle Make sure the grease gun nozzle is fully engaged on Note The E Z Lube feature is designed to allow immersion in water Dexter Axle Limited Warranty Full text located on page 79 of the Dexter Axle Operation Maintenance Service Manual WHAT PRODUCTS ARE COVERED All Dexter trailer axles suspensions and brake control systems LIMITED 2 YEAR WARRANTY Dexter Axle warrants to the original purchaser that its axles suspension systems and Predator Series TM E H hydraulic brake actuators shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two 2 years from the date of first sale of the trailer incorporating such components LIMITED 5 YEAR WARRANTY Dexter Axle warrants to the original purchaser that its Nev R LubeTN bearings and the suspension components only of it s TorflexR axles shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of five years from the
28. ing fishtailing and general instability see below Incorrect weight distribution in trailer 1 Ride Trike or Spyder in to secure front wheel in Wheel Chock Put vehicle in 1st gear and apply emergency brake if fitted 2 Use two inch ratchet style tie downs to tie down your Trike or Spyder as shown below The lower ends of the tie downs should be attached to D rings in the floor The upper ends should be attached to the Trike or Spyder frame OR to points NEAR the frame on fixtures rigidly attached to it like shock mounts passenger peg brackets bag guards etc Once these two MID tie downs are properly attached tightening them will pull the Trike or Spyder amp FORWARD and downward against the wheel chock s cradle partially compressing both the front amp rear Trike or Spyder suspension Attach 2 tie downs to rear of vehicle as steadys NOTE If using a Pingel style non locking wheek chock rear wheel blocks will be needed as shown in diagram 3 Only lightly tighten the front and rear tie downs The Wheel Chock and the mid tie downs secure the motorcycle Excessive tightening of front and rear tie downs will loosen the mid ones destabilizing the Trike or Spyder amp NEVER transport a Trike or Spyder using only front tie downs Ironhorse Wheel Chock Front steadying tie downs Mid point main tie downs Rear steadying tie downs Pingel style wheel chock Wheel blocks WARNING Read these
29. instructions carefully make sure you fully understand them Before loading a Trike or Spyder into your Ironhorse Trailer make sure the Chock is securely attached to the trailer floor Make sure the trailer is securely hitched to the tow vehicle or that the rear stabilizers are down and the wheels blocked Never drive away without securing your Trike or Spyder NEVER transport a Trike or Spyder using only front tie downs UZ 888 793 6184 931 668 8860 ironhorsetrailers com info ironhorsetrailers com Tires Refer to the tire pressure chart below for proper inflation Invest in a god quality tire pressure gauge Inspect tires before each trip and when you gas up Atire that is getting low will be hotter to the touch than the others Under inflated tires decrease your gas mileage and increase strain on the tow vehicle The most common causes of tire failure are overloading and under inflation Proper air pressure for your tires is printed on the tire Check air pressure while tires are cold Excessive wear and tire failure will result if recommended pressure is not maintained Improper tire pressure can result in a blowout and loss of control which can lead to death or serious injury If a tire has a bald spot bulge cuts that show cords or cracks replace the tire before towing PLEASE NOTE WHEN TRANSPORTING SHIPPING OUR TRAILERS WE REDUCE THE TIRE PRESSURE TO AVOID EXCESSIVE BOUNCING INFLATE TIRES TO THE PROPER PSI PRI
30. lignment Improper installation Use of an axle on a unit other that the unit to which it was originally mounted Unreasonable use including failure to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance as specified in Dexter Axle s publication Operation Maintenance Service Manual including required maintenance after Prolonged Storage Improper wheel nut torque Cosmetic finish or corrosion LIMITATIONS In all cases Dexter Axle reserves the right to fully satisfy its obligations under the Limited Warranties by refunding the then current list price of the defective axle or if the axle has been discontinued of the most nearly comparable current product Dexter Axle reserves the right to furnish a substitute or replacement component or product in the event an axle or any component of the axle is discontinued or is otherwise unavailable These warranties are non transferable GENERAL THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXCEPT THAT OF TITLE WHETHER WRITTEN ORAL OR IMPLIED IN FACT OR IN LAW INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANT ABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE These warranties give you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES HEREIN DEXTER AXLE HEREBY EXCLUDES INCIDENTAL
31. ny damage or injury caused by the use or misuse of the Ironhorse Trailer The examples given in the manual are general guidelines for illustration purposes only and cannot cover every possible combination of vehicle hitch and trailer or every loading situation Have your particular vehicle inspected by an authorized trailer or hitch installation repair facility before towing heavy loads You are solely responsible for the safe loading unloading and operation of your tow vehicle trailered vehicle and trailer 888 793 6184 931 668 8860 ironhorsetrailers com info ironhorsetrailers com i EXON En Ko S3 Ul NTU SESS CERTA ANS SYN RE Su Y WARNS J Lh um mm mm um uu aX om ee ee ee ee Oe ee ee oe ee ee GO GO OG o o n o m wd DO NOT OPERATE THIS TRAILER BEFORE READING THE SAFETY INFORMATION AND WARNINGS SHOWN BELOW FAILURE TO PROPERLY OPERATE AND MAINTAIN THE TOWING VEHICLE AND TRAILER CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY LOAD CAPACITY WIDEBODY 2250 LBS 2 BIKE 1 TRIKE 2450 LBS 1 BIKE 1150 LBS LOAD CAPACITY REFERS TO THE MAXIMUM CARGO CAPACITY IT IS SAFE TO TRANSPORT IN AN IRONHORSE TRAILER DO NOT OVERLOAD eU NS OF PORAT Syr Sue WARNINGS amp INSTRUCTIONS The responsibility of properly positioning your bike trike or other cargo in the trailer is yours We make every effort to correctly position wheel chocks Pingels or other restraint systems but lengths can vary depending on options and add ons so always check the positioning
32. onsidered null and void after fifteen 15 days of original purchase Purchaser must notify the Warrantor at the above address of any defect within thirty 30 days after it is discovered Purchaser must pay all service towing and transportation charges incurred to obtain warranty service WARRANTOR S OBLIGATION Warrantor shall elect to remedy defects in materials and workmanship caused by Warrantor by repair replacement or refund if replacement or repair is not possible All defective products shall be delivered to Warrantor s address listed above unless prior written approval is obtained from Warrantor Warrantor may at its option select another qualified location for the repair to be completed Warrantor will not be obligated in any way to pay for any repairs made without its specific approval All costs incurred shipping of the trailer to and from Ironhorse s principle place of business for warranty service shall be borne by the Purchaser these include associated hotel vehicle rental and living expenses Warrantor shall remedy defects within a reasonable time not to exceed thirty 30 days after delivery by Purchaser DISCLAIMER OF CONSEQUENTIAL AND INCIDENTAL DAMAGES The Purchaser shall not be entitled to recover from Warrantor any consequential or incidental damages resulting from any defect in the Product Such damages include but are not limited to loss of use of trailer loss of revenue or other commercial loss subsequent use of r
33. ow your trailer with an improper size ball The ball should be lightly greased so the hitch rotates smoothly on it Match the width of your trailer to your tow vehicle If the overall width of your tow vehicle is considerably less than your trailer be aware of that and make the necessary allowances when driving Ua Tow Vehicle Guidelines Ironhorse trailer specifications Ironhorse trailer model Two bike one trike WideBody II II Hitch class I amp II Empty weight 850 Ibs 1050 Ibs 1300 Ibs Axle capacity 2000 Ibs 3500 Ibs 3500 Ibs Unloaded tongue weight 60 Ibs 80 Ibs 100 Ibs Overall width 0 9 8 4 8 6 Suggested types of tow vehice S SiS Sub compact amp compact cars Mid size cars Mid size pick ups and SUVs Minivans Full size cars Full size pick ups and SUVs X X X KK x X X X X x Full size vans The total weight of your trailer should be less than the maximum trailer weight allowed for your tow vehicle The actual GVW is the weight of the empty trailer plus the weight of the motorcycle s being carried Example a Two bike trailer weighs 1050 lbs empty one bike weighs 560 Ibs the second bike weighs 720 lbs 1050 560 720 2330 Ibs This is under the maximum axle capacity of 3500 Ibs You match this figure to the maximum trailer weight allowed for your vehicle Calculate your own loaded trailer weight Weight of empty trailer lbs Weight of 1st bike
34. reak Away battery Clevis in bumper The Engager Break Away Wiring A DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPEN BOX A Break Away box ____ White 7 pin connector Red 12 volt feed c 3 d LEE 0007 Black Pd Electric brake aM Splices or connectors Break Away cable Break Away switch 23 888 793 6184 931 668 8860 ironhorsetrailers com info ironhorsetrailers com_ Ironhorse Trailer Specifications Onebike Twobike onetrike WideBody Total length 15 4 15 4 16 0 Body length 12 9 12 6 19 5 Outside width at fenders 6 8 8 4 8 6 Inside width at wheel well 50 6 8 6 9 Tailgate opening width 4 4 Sar 76 Tailgate length 4 4 4 4 4 4 Interior height top down 52 Eo 53 Overall outside height 6 7 6 7 6 9 Deck floor height above ground 1 em 1 2 wS Empty weight 850 Ibs 1050 Ibs 1300 Ibs Unloaded tongue weight 60 Ibs 80 Ibs 100 Ibs Axle capacity 2000 Ibs 3500 Ibs 3500 Ibs Tire size ST205 75R14C ST205 75R14C ST225 75R15D Lighting and Brake Trouble Shooting Guide o o o o Funcion CT WieCoo SS XXXXX Electric brake Black 2 Blue R H Turn Stop R H Turn Stop Green 6 Brown L H Turn Stop L H Turn Stop Yellow 5 Red Ground Ground White 1 White L H Marker Tail L H Marker Tail Green w Brown stripe 3 Green R H Marker Tail R H Marker Tail Yellow w Brown stripe 3 Green XXXXX Breakaway battery Red 4 Black XXXXX Auxilary XXXXX 7 Yellow
35. ront of painted trailers Use white vinegar to remove bugs Do NOT use any abrasives rubbing compounds or car paint polish as it will scratch the gravel shield If needed you can use a plastic polish Regular waxing will deflect build up and remove small surface scratches Diamond Plate Water clean and air dry If you scratch or water stain the surface it will not come out Aluminum Rims Your aluminum rims are clear coated to protect the finish and provide ease in cleaning Use a gentle cleaning agent for your rims and never use a cleaner that contains lye or acid based solvents These cleaners will damage the finish of your rims Lug Nuts Check for correct torque every three months do not over torque Lock mechanisms Lubricate with regularly WD40 D Rings Damaged or loose D rings can break allowing cargo to shift the center of gravity and result in loss of control Be sure to check the D rings before every trip Coupler Check the coupler for fatigue damage cracks or missing parts before towing Coupler Lock For your safety it is strongly recommended that you use the coupler lock provided when your trailer is hooked to your tow vehicle Please note the keys provided with your coupler lock are the only keys that will work in that lock no replacements are available Hitch Ball The ball should be lightly greased so the hitch rotates smoothly on it Breakaway Battery Refer to the Dexter Axle Operation Maintenance Service Manual for G
36. roperly attached tightening them will pull the motorcycle FORWARD and downward against the wheel chock s cradle partially compressing both the front amp rear motorcycle suspension a OPTIONAL front tie downs 3 Front tie downs are not needed when using a Wheel Chock If you must use them for peace of mind 1 inch ratchet style are suitable 4 Only lightly tighten the front tie downs The Wheel Chock and the rear tie downs secure the motorcycle Excessive tightening of front tie downs will loosen the rear ones destabilizing the motorcycle NEVER transport a motorcycle using only front tie downs WARNING Read these instructions carefully and make sure you fully understand them This is important if you have never used a Ride in Step Off Wheel Chock before as it works in a different way to how you would normally secure a motorcycle Before loading a motorcycle into your Wheel Chock make sure the Chock is securely attached to the trailer floor Make sure the trailer is securely hitched to the tow vehicle or that the rear stabilizers are down and the wheels chocked NEVER drive away without tying down your motorcycle Ironhorse Wheel Chocks are only designed to hold your motorcycle without tie downs when the trailer is stationary and level On 1500 Honda Goldwing DO NOT use the rear bag guards to tie down the motorcycle Doing so will pull the guards off NEVER TRANSPORT A MOTORCYCLE USING ONLY FRONT TIE DOWNS When using po
37. uts tight Read and follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer of your tow vehicle and trailer hitch manufacturer as well as the instructions in this manual Please also follow the Operation and Service Manual provided by your trailer axle manufacturer Check your trailer it s contents and your tow vehicle carefully prior to and during every trip PREVENTION WORKS Drive defensively and drive with caution 888 793 6184 931 668 8860 ironhorsetrailers com info ironhorsetrailers com A CRU TFICATTONS AND WARNINGS A J Check your lronhorse Trailer for the certification and warning labels shown below If any are missing or incomplete please call us at 888 793 6184 for a replacement Gross Trailer Weight GTW is the weight of the trailer plus all cargo The Capacity Label Certification shown here is mandated by the US Government It is located on the top of the tongue of your trailer MANUFACTURED BY GVWR KG LB GAWR ALL KG LB PER AXLE WITH TIRE RIM AT KPA PS COLD SINGLE THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE US FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE VIN TYPE TRAILER MODEL FD 304 REV A The Tire and Loading Information Certification shown here is mandated by the US Government It is located on the passenger side of the tongue of your trailer TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION TIRE COLD L Dres ST 205 75R14C 345 KPA SOPS MANUAL FOR REAR
38. wer tools make sure you follow the manufacturer s directions always wear eye protection 888 793 6184 931 668 8860 ironhorsetrailers com info ironhorsetrailers com Trike or Spyder Loading and Tie Down Instructions Will it fit The diagrams below show the INTERNAL useable dimensions of an Ironhorse Trike and Ironhorse WideBody trailers Trike Tailgate width 70 WideBody Tailgate width 90 Trike Usable interior length 124 128 WideBody Usable interior length 131 Depends on design of front of Trike 62 Top closed Carefully measure the outside dimensions of your Trike or Spyder and compare with the diagrams above Remember Trikes carry more wieght behind the seat than an equivalent bike For the correct trailer weight distribution they have to be positioned further forwards in the trailer Loading The integral loading ramp and hinged roof make loading your Trike or Spyder a hassle free simple operation Built in rear stabilizers allow you to load and unload when not hitched to a tow vehicle When choosing this option always block the trailer wheels see diagram below Stabilizers down Wheel blocks in place As previously mentioned generally a Trike or Spyder has to be secured further forward in the trailer compared to a motorcycle to achieve the correct trailer weight distribution Having too much weight at the rear of the trailer un weights the tow vehicle s rear wheels caus
39. with the top open and with the top closed This is a lightweight streamlined trailer designed for easy towing at highway speeds NOT for off road use gt Both rear stabilizers must be LOWERED before using the loading ramp if the trailer is not attached to a tow vehicle Both rear stabilizers must be RAISED before towing Failure to do so will cause significant damage The rear stabilizers are NOT jacks they are stabilizers Using them and the front rolling jack to raise the tires off the ground may cause the top to malfunction the rolling jack to bend or both 9 NEVER tow a flip top trailer with the top in the raised position Close the top then close and latch the tailgate When wind speed exceeds 20 MPH always face a flip top trailer into the wind prior to raising the top Be mindful of weather conditions when towing if winds exceed 40 mph stop in a safe location and wait out the storm Raise and lower the top of a flip top only from the center of the rear never from only one side Make sure that the pins on the lip of the top are in their corresponding tailgate holes before latching the tailgate gt Check your vehicle Owner s Manual before towing to be sure vehicle has the necessary towing capability The recommended ball height of the towing vehicle is 16 to 17 from the ground The correct ball size for the coupler is a 2 ball NEVER SUBSTITUTE A SMALLER BALL Always use a coupler lock Th
40. wner s Manual A 888 793 6184 931 668 8860 ironhorsetrailers com info ironhorsetrailers com if LEX TR KO SE 3 ur ANTH SER CENTRAL SYN P Su WARNINGS EVERY TIME THE TRAILER IS USED Properly secure motorcycles and other items in the trailer check the load each time you stop Attach safety chains to the tow vehicle verify that the lights are working and check tire inflation and condition Raise the rear stabilizers close latch and lock the tailgate and remove exterior wheel chocks before towing If you are using a drive in step off wheel chock always pull bikes toward the chock with tie downs gt Verify that the front rolling jack and rear drop leg stabilizers are locked in the up position Verify that the trailer hitch is properly latched and lock it with a coupler lock 1 CX TA SAN TOWING Sy HE Su WARNINGS i LOSS OF CONTROL OF A TRAILER OR TRAILER AND TOW VEHICLE COMBINATION CAN RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY THE MOST COMMON CAUSES FOR LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE TRAILER ARE gt Driving too fast for conditions Failure to properly gauge unusual road conditions and slow accordingly for example ice snow rain wind gravel oil on the roadway deep holes or ruts etc Sudden sharp turns and or swerving Overloading the trailer Loading the trailer improperly unbalanced loading Trailer improperly coupled to the hitch gt Not maintaining proper tire pressure Not keeping lug n
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