Best Enclosed Trailer for Hauling Motorcycles
Keep your bikes safe, dry, and out of sight on the road. Here is how to spec an enclosed cargo trailer built for hauling motorcycles.
April 27, 2026 · 6 min read
If you ride, you already know that getting the bike to the rally, the track, or the trailhead is half the job. An open trailer leaves your motorcycle exposed to rain, road grime, bugs, and every set of eyes at the rest stop. An enclosed cargo trailer keeps your bike clean, dry, and locked away from thieves, and it doubles as a changing room, a gear locker, and a dry place to wait out the weather. Here is how we help riders at Outlaw Supercenter spec an enclosed trailer that hauls bikes right.
How many bikes, and how big?
Start with an honest count of how many motorcycles you need to haul and whether you want walk-around room. A bike needs its length plus room to load it and strap it down, and you do not want to be climbing over one machine to secure another.
- 5x8 or 5x10 single axle: a tidy hauler for one motorcycle or a couple of dirt bikes with tight but workable space
- 6x12 tandem axle: one or two full-size bikes with room to walk around and strap down comfortably
- 7x14 tandem axle: two big touring bikes plus gear, or three sport bikes staged in a row
- 8.5x16 tandem axle: multiple bikes plus a workbench, spare parts, and full riding gear for a group
Single or tandem axle?
A single axle is fine for one lighter bike over short distances and it is easy to maneuver by hand. But if you are hauling heavy touring bikes, multiple machines, or covering real highway miles, go tandem. Tandem axles tow more steadily at speed, carry the weight with margin to spare, and give you the safety of a second axle if a tire lets go far from home. For most riders hauling anything serious, tandem is the right call.
The ramp is everything
Loading a motorcycle is where trailers earn their keep or make you sweat. A solid rear ramp door with a good load rating and spring assist lets you walk a heavy bike up without a fight. A steeper ramp on a low trailer can scrape a fairing or bottom out a long touring bike, so ramp angle matters. If you load a lot of long, low bikes, mention it to us and we will help you spec accordingly.
Tie-downs done right
A bike is only as safe as its anchor points. This is the option riders should never skip. Order E-track or D-rings so you have strong, adjustable anchor points exactly where you need them, not wherever a factory ring happened to land. A front wheel chock keeps the bike upright and stable so you can strap it down solo. With proper track, you can position tie-downs for any size bike and add or remove points as your load changes.
- E-track along the walls and floor for adjustable, heavy-duty tie-down points
- A front wheel chock to hold the bike upright while you strap it down
- Quality soft ties and ratchet straps rated for the weight of your machine
- A rubber or coated floor that grips tires and stands up to kickstands and boot traffic
Keep it cool and keep it dry
A closed trailer sitting in the sun gets hot, and heat plus trapped moisture is not kind to a bike over a long haul. Roof vents let air move through so heat and any fuel vapor escape and condensation does not build up. If you store gear or spend time inside changing, insulation and a couple of interior lights make the space far more pleasant.
Your bike is worth protecting on the road, not just in the garage. The right ramp, solid tie-down track, and a wheel chock are what turn a plain cargo box into a proper motorcycle hauler.
Security and the little extras
The biggest reason riders go enclosed is peace of mind. Your bikes are out of sight and locked up at the hotel, the rally, and the rest stop. Add interior lighting so you can load and unload after dark, a side man door so you can get in without dropping the ramp, and a Poly-Cor exterior color if you want it to look as good as what is inside. Interior wall panels and upgraded flooring keep the space clean and protect your finish from straps and boots.
Find yours at Outlaw Supercenter
We keep 200-plus enclosed trailers in stock from Diamond Cargo and Xtreme Cargo, and we can build a custom motorcycle hauler page by page with the axle, ramp, E-track, wheel chock prep, vents, and color you want. We finance all credit types, so the right trailer is within reach whether you are hauling one bike or a whole crew. Tell us how many bikes and how far you travel, and we will point you to the right rig. Come see us in Douglas or call (800) 281-5084.
Frequently Asked
What size enclosed trailer do I need to haul a motorcycle?+
One full-size bike with room to walk around and strap down fits well in a 6x12 tandem. Two touring bikes call for a 7x14, and a single lighter bike or a couple of dirt bikes can work in a 5x8 or 5x10 single axle.
Do I need a tandem axle to haul motorcycles?+
For heavy touring bikes, multiple machines, or real highway miles, yes. Tandem axles tow more steadily, carry the weight with margin, and give you a backup if a tire fails. A single axle only suits one lighter bike over short distances.
What is the best way to tie down a motorcycle in a trailer?+
Use a front wheel chock to hold the bike upright, then anchor it with quality straps to E-track or D-rings positioned at the bike. E-track lets you adjust anchor points for any size machine instead of relying on fixed factory rings.
Should a motorcycle trailer have roof vents?+
Yes. A closed trailer in the sun traps heat and moisture, which is hard on a bike over a long haul. Roof vents let air move through so heat and fuel vapor escape and condensation does not build up.
Can I order a custom motorcycle trailer from Outlaw Supercenter?+
Yes. We build custom haulers page by page with your choice of axle, ramp, E-track, vents, flooring, and exterior color, and we finance all credit types. Call (800) 281-5084 to spec one out.
Ready to roll?
200+ trailers in stock in Douglas, GA. Financing for all credit types.
