Since my 4d is almost here, I am revisiting this thread. Tom, if you're still checking here, where would you recommend one getting a bike hauler from? My bike is the 08 KLR, which is around 400# or so. Do you think license plate relocation and aux magnetic trailer lights would be necessary to keep it legal? My hitch is frame-mounted and also mounts to the center, so it should be plenty strong. Rated for 500# tongue weight. Oh, what about upper strapping? Maybe strapped to a roof rack, or is there a better way? And finally, do some carriers come with ramps - lifting the KLR onto the carrier is not an option, unless some of the boys are around, and even then it'd be awkward...

Thanks
Phil