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MotoTote MTX m3 Motorcycle Carrier

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Securely transports dirt bikes and scooters to new tracks, trails and roads. Built of heavy-duty steel with a structurally sound modular design, the MotoTote m3 custom fits your bike with your vehicle. Includes loading ramp and front tire mount to make loading and unloading easy on you.

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Carries motorcycles and scooters of up to 500 lbs./227 kg. with a max wheelbase of 65”/165 cm.
Accommodates up to 4.75”/120 mm wide front tires and 6”/150 mm rear tires
Works with all standard 2” hitch receivers.
Included loading ramp eases placement of bike to MotoTote.
Adjustable diameter front tire mount holds bike upright while loading and attaching tie downs.
Zero Wobble hitch mount eliminates lateral movement in transport.
Streamlined (aviation inspired) assembly connects all parts to a single oversized beam for maximal strength and structural integrity.
Low profile provides clearance for bikes with low fairings, eliminating scratches and gouges.
Modular platform accommodates interchangeable attachments (lights, etc.)
Size is customizable for bike wheelbase.
Orientation is reversible for driver or passenger side loading.
Adjustable distance from bumper customizes fit for virtually any vehicle - tight to the bumper or outside of a spare tire.

Materials:

Heavy duty steel holds maximum weight.
Black powder coat provides weather resistance.
Premium grade hardware won’t degrade with time.

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MTX (current) Carriers: User Manual or Online Instructions

This includes 2009 and newer MTX m3 and MTX Sport motorcycle carriers

Number of questions: 35

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Your mtx m3 product description and documentation link claims a 500lb motorcycle capacity. But your specifications and a recent July 2016 question answe states a 450lb capacity. Another documentation section says carriers made after may 2015 will have a 509lb capacity. So what is correct? And will my order be for the 500lb mtx m3 carrier? Thanks.

Rghunter September 26, 2016 7:23 PM

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UPDATE: The weight limit of the MTX3 is 500 lbs.

Marvin at MotoTote September 10, 2020 9:17 AM

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The weight limit of the current version is 450 lbs. but if you get the upgraded hardware kit HW15 it raises the limit to 500 lbs. By 2017 all MotoTotes will come with the upgraded hardware. Please excuse the unclear documentation. We will be correcting this in the future.

Marvin at MotoTote September 26, 2016 7:41 PM

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Can you still tow a trailer with the MTX m3?

ChrisD July 16, 2016 11:09 AM

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You can tow a small trailer by putting a hitch ball in the vertical hole at the end of the square tube. This hole is covered up if you assemble the MotoTote with the tire track at the furthest position from the vehicle. To expose the hole you will need to move the track one hole towards the vehicle.

Marvin at MotoTote July 16, 2016 11:13 AM

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Can you install a hitchball on the bar right side up to attach a small tow dolly behing the bike carrier?

Davidfoote July 12, 2016 7:39 PM

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Yes! There is a pre-drilled hole for a small hitch ball on the end of the square tube which is normally covered up by the MTX Platform (the big cross beam). To expose the hole you just move the MTX Platform one notch toward the vehicle.

Marvin at MotoTote July 18, 2016 9:49 PM

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Can the m3 handle a Yamaha TW200? The rear tire is an 8" tire

MD July 12, 2016 7:37 PM

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The tires are probably a little too wide for the m3 so we recommend the MotoTote Sport for that bike.

Marvin at MotoTote July 18, 2016 9:48 PM

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do you make this for two bikes? I have two electric bikes weighing 125# each.

epnevada July 12, 2016 7:36 PM

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We do not make a two bike carrier at this time.

Marvin at MotoTote July 18, 2016 9:50 PM

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I am trying to determine if my volvo 2013 xc60 would be able to use one of your carriers? I would install the volvo hitch if I had to but am open to other options. thanks for your help!

johnh July 12, 2016 7:34 PM

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The MotoTote will work with any vehicle that has a class 3 receiver IF you stay within the tongue weight capacity of the vehicle which we consider to be 10% of the towing capacity. So the IF affects the weight of bike that you can carry on your particular vehicle. If the towing capacity of your vehicle is 3500 pounds then you could put 350 pounds on the hitch. The MotoTote weighs 60 pounds so that would leave you a net capacity of 290 pounds for the bike.

Marvin at MotoTote July 18, 2016 9:46 PM

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I recently received my MTX m3 but I'm having a real problem tieing my Vespa LX150 scooter down - I bought some Canyon Dancer tie downs for the handle bars but I can't tie the back end down with out having the straps rub/crush/rip off the plastic and painted surfaces of the back end of my scooter - if the back tie down bar was wider it would work OK - Can I buy another front tie down bar (the wide tie down bar) to replace the narrow one that came with my MotoTote? - I was going to make my own out of a round pipe but the one that came with my bike rack has a nice bend which will help with clearance when I go up or down a ramp with my RV. Thanks

Gene L July 12, 2016 7:32 PM

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Yes, you can use an additional front tie-down arm (click) on the back if you need wider spacing of the tie-down loops. This is a popular option for people with similar issues.

Marvin at MotoTote July 18, 2016 9:42 PM

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I read in a review the following: "be aware that the main square tubing that goes into the receiver is drilled for one half inch holes, not five eights". Is that correct? The receiver on my 2015 Winnebago uses a 5/8" pin and I wouldn't want to drill any holes to make this work.

Migol July 12, 2016 7:31 PM

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That is correct because we use a special bolt called the MotoTote Zero-Wobble Bolt (click) to eliminate play at the receiver. The head of the bolt is the same size as a standard hitch pin (5/8") but the shaft is 7/16" diameter. Here's how it works (click).

Marvin at MotoTote July 18, 2016 9:41 PM

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Hi, I have a 1972 yamaha xs2 650 and it weighs about 450, should i go with the more heavy duty model? , thanks

GARY July 12, 2016 7:28 PM

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The MotoTote m3 will work fine for bikes weighing up to 450 lbs. so there would be no reason to go to the MotoTote Sport unless you intend to haul heavier bikes in the future.

Marvin at MotoTote July 18, 2016 9:39 PM

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I have a Honda 230 dirt bike with a wheel base of 80", will it fit on this carrier?

michael July 12, 2016 7:25 PM

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Hi Michael, Are you sure it's 80 inches? That would be a LOT. Wheelbase is measured from axle to axle. The MTX m3 will accommodate a wheelbase of up to 65 inches. Please contact us if you need further assistance.

Marvin at MotoTote July 18, 2016 9:38 PM

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Hi there, like your design....am looking for a carrier for an 06 Toyota RAV4. It's going to carry an 09 KTM 530 XCW weighing about 247/50 dry, so wet it'll top the "250 lb" carrier. Suggest I opt for the heavier one? rated at 400 lbs? I also have a concern about this weight on 4 bolted frame mount Class 3 rec hitch. Seems that would be a LOT of stress on the aft 2 bolts(particularly)on the hitch and frame. Experience here? Otherwise, I guess I'm back looking for a light trailer(space restricted!) :-/ Thx! Sorry Marvin, I was eyeing the Addabike carrier too-which is where I got the 250 lb max model-and there ABHD max wt of 400 lbs.? Anyway, I await your answer! Thx.

Roger July 12, 2016 7:24 PM

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In this case you should be more concerned with the vehicle capacity. Take the total towing capacity and divide by 10 - This is the weight you can put on the hitch. A quick Google search shows 2000 lbs. towing capacity for the RAV4 so you can put up to 200 lbs. on the hitch of which 60 lbs. leaving a net capacity for the bike of 140 lbs.

Marvin at MotoTote July 18, 2016 9:51 PM

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Do you have any scratched units that sell for less? Thank you

Troy July 12, 2016 7:21 PM

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Yes we do from time to time. Just keep an eye on the Deals page.

Marvin at MotoTote July 18, 2016 9:37 PM

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I have a 2009 Triumph T-100 and a 2005 Honda CRF250X. Can you please recommend a Mototote trailer that can be used to haul either bike? Thanks very much

Jay July 12, 2016 7:19 PM

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The MTX Sport will work for either bike. Dimensionally the MTX m3 works but the Triumph is over its weight limit of 450 lbs.

Marvin at MotoTote July 18, 2016 9:36 PM

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What is the best carrier for a Cbr250 honda? Bike weights about 370.

MW July 12, 2016 7:17 PM

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The MTX m3 will work fine because the rear tire of the CBR250 is less than 6 inches wide and the bike weighs less than 450 lbs.

Marvin at MotoTote July 18, 2016 9:36 PM

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Can I hitch a trailer to the back of this if I am hauling a 325 pound motorcycle? The weight of the loaded trailer would be aprox. 1400 pounds with a tongue weight of about 75 pounds.

Dan July 12, 2016 7:15 PM

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Hi Dan,

You can pull a trailer as long as you don't exceed weight on hitch capacity of the hitch AND vehicle or weight capacity of the MotoTote. We consider vehicle weight on hitch capacity as 10% of total towing capacity. For example if vehicle can tow 5000 lbs then weight on hitch cannot exceed 500 lbs.

To calculate weight on hitch you add weight of the MotoTote (60 lbs) plus bike (325 in your case) plus 10% of trailer weight (140 lbs) for a total of 525 lbs. So in your case you'd need to "attribute" 140 lbs as weight of trailer tongue even though it may actually be 75 lbs. as you said.

For more information please contact us

Marvin at MotoTote July 18, 2016 9:35 PM

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Are these MTX m3 carriers complient for fitting to a bus?

PhilH July 12, 2016 7:14 PM

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Yes as long as tongue weight capacity of the vehicle is not exceeded.

Marvin at MotoTote July 18, 2016 9:34 PM

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Is the MX M3 recommended for use on Motor Homes? Also is there a longer ramp available? Thanks, Wayne

Wayne July 12, 2016 7:12 PM

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Hi Wayne, Yes the MTX m3 is recommended for use on a motor home and we have many customers that do just that!

As far as we know, our loading ramp is the longest on the market for a hitch mounted motorcycle carrier - it is 57 inches long.

At this time we do not offer a longer ramp...

Marvin at MotoTote July 18, 2016 9:34 PM

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How much does your MotoTote MTX M3 Motorcycle Carrier weigh?

Sandy Morford July 12, 2016 7:10 PM

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The MotoTote MTX m3 weights 58 lbs. Please see the MTX3 Spec Sheet for more details.

Marvin at MotoTote July 18, 2016 9:33 PM

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Hi, I am interested in the MTX M3 carrier. I have a 2012 Jeep Wrangler with the gate mounted spare (Stock size). I noticed the the FAQ that it won't be an issue, but wanted to make sure before I order. Also, I see that Discount Ramps has a lower shipped price, but don't want to jeopardize any warranty by not ordering direct. Can you advise? Thank you! Dale

Dale Barzdines July 12, 2016 7:08 PM

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Hi Dale, That is correct - in most cases it is not an issue. The center line of the bike will be 19 inches horizontally from the hitch pin hole. Vertically the bike tire "foot prints" will be even with the top of the receiver tube. Please see the MTX3 Spec Sheet for more details.

If, after you receive your MotoTote there is a problem with clearance, you can always order the longer receiver tube.

You will get the same warranty protection whether you buy a new MotoTote directly from MotoTote.com or from one of our authorized dealers.

Marvin at MotoTote July 18, 2016 9:32 PM

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is there a class II receiver on the carrier so that you could two a trailer behind it, similar to the Versahauler?

Brian July 12, 2016 7:06 PM

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There is a hole drilled in the end of the square tube for a hitch ball. The hole diameter accommodates the smaller sized hitch ball for towing a small trailer.

Marvin at MotoTote July 18, 2016 9:32 PM

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Do you sell also Carriers for Trike small electric Bikes total Wt.350 LBS ?

F. Krane July 12, 2016 7:04 PM

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At this time we offer just the MotoTote Sport and MotoTote m3 for two-wheeled motorcycles and scooters...

Marvin at MotoTote July 18, 2016 9:31 PM

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I am in need of a carrier to carry 2 gas scooters at one time also that can be modified to have an extended hitch receiver attachment?

Marion July 12, 2016 7:02 PM

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Hi Marion, We get that question a lot - thanks for asking. You could haul two bikes but you'd need a longer square tube - the one that goes into the hitch. Keep in mind weight capacity would now be shared between the two bikes so it would half the weight limit per bike. For example, if your hitch capacity is 500 lbs. you would need to subtract from that the weight of the double MotoTote: If it weighed 110 lbs. that would leave a net capacity of 390 lbs which would then be split between the two bikes - In this example 195 lbs per bike. We have not done any testing for this so you would be on your own and there would be no warranty coverage. Also, you could add a hitch receiver at the end of the square tube but any weight you add needs to be included in the total and calculated as above. By the time you put two bikes on there I doubt you'd have much weight capacity left for whatever you intend to attach to the added receiver.

Marvin at MotoTote July 18, 2016 9:30 PM

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I have a Vespa GTV 250 with a curb weight of about 400 lbs. Hitch rating 500 lbs. Will the M3 work for me and do I have the capability to center the scooter for weight and location of engine?

Barry July 12, 2016 7:01 PM

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Yes the MotoTote MTX m3 will work based on those numbers with the important caveat below. Here's the math: Vespa weighs 400 lbs. plus MotoTote 60 lbs. for a total of 460 lbs. This is 40 lbs. under your 500 lbs. hitch rating. In addition to the capacity of the hitch, you would need the vehicle capacity. I mention this because the vehicle capacity is distinct from the capacity of the hitch itself. So it is possible to have a 500 lbs. capacity hitch on a vehicle that is not rated to carry that much weight. Just imagine welding that 500 lbs. hitch onto the back of a tiny Smart Car (with all due respect to Smart Cars - I like 'em). To verify this capacity, look in the vehicle user manual, find the total towing capacity and divide it by 10. This will be the weight that can be put on the back end of the vehicle safely - in other words the trailer tongue weight that the vehicle must support. For example, if the manufacturer says the vehicle can tow a 5000 lbs. trailer then that means that 10% of that 5000 lbs. potentially might be on the tongue (depending on how the trailer is loaded). So it's unlikely a manufacturer would claim that towing capacity if the vehicle couldn't support the weight of the trailer tongue. Happy MotoToting!

Marvin at MotoTote July 18, 2016 9:30 PM

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looking not sure you can do better got quoted 700 dollars at nice rack not sure you can do better m3 model price in Australian and shipping thanks?

Ian Barclay July 12, 2016 6:57 PM

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Hi Ian, The best place to buy a MotoTote in Australia is NiceRack.com.au because of shipping. You can see shipping cost by adding the item to the shopping cart then use the "Calculate Shipping" section in the shopping cart.

Marvin at MotoTote July 18, 2016 9:28 PM

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Where are the motor totes made? Thanks, David

David July 12, 2016 6:53 PM

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Hi David, We conceive, design, develop, and market the MotoTote products here in the US. At this time the actual fabrication of the MTX carriers is done by our exclusive partner in China under our direction. If we did not do this the product would not exist in it's present form (with all the bells and whistles) because it would be so expensive that no one would buy it. Other products in our line such as the light kits are built in the USA. Was this answer helpful?

Marvin at MotoTote July 18, 2016 9:27 PM

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I need something that will carry two scooters. Can this me modified to carry another scooter at the same time?

Connie July 12, 2016 6:49 PM

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You could but you'd need a longer square tube - the one that goes into the hitch. Keep in mind weight capacity would now be shared between the two bikes so it would half the weight limit per bike. For example, if your hitch capacity is 500 lbs. you would need to subtract from that the weight of the double MotoTote: If it weighed 110 lbs. that would leave a net capacity of 390 lbs which would then be split between the two bikes - In this example 195 lbs per bike. We have not done any testing for this so you would be on your own and there would be no warranty coverage.

Marvin at MotoTote July 18, 2016 9:27 PM

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I am looking to carry at least 2 bikes, so i was wondering if i bought 2 of these if that would be compatible or be able to work?

mike July 12, 2016 6:47 PM

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Marvin at MotoTote July 18, 2016 9:37 PM

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I have a 2004 Dodge Sprinter 2500 and want to haul a Honda Reflex 250 Scooter (375 pounds, 61 inch wheel base). Which of the mototote models is the best match?

July 12, 2016 6:36 PM

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The MTX m3 would be the best choice for the Dodge Sprinter/Honda Reflex. Here is a link to the spec sheet for the m3. As you can see it will accommodate scooters of up to 450 lbs with wheelbase of up to 65 inches. The m3 was designed with this type of scooter in mind.

Marvin at MotoTote July 12, 2016 6:38 PM

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1. How much does it weigh?

2. What does the loading ramp look like?

3. I have an electric bike -- will it work?

kathy July 12, 2016 6:21 PM

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Hi Kathy,

1. Weight of MTX m3 with loading ramp is 60 lbs.

2. The loading ramp is the tube and rod part sitting parallel to the solid tire track in this picture.

3. Yes it will work with an electric bike assuming weights and dimensions are within MTX m3 spec. Please refer to spec sheet here.

Marvin at MotoTote July 12, 2016 6:28 PM

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I have a 1966 Honda Dream that weights 350 pounds and with an overall length of about 77 inches and wheel base of 51 inches. Would the MTX m3 work out ok in terms of the dimensions?

Elynne S July 12, 2016 6:13 PM

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Yes, the MTX m3 will work assuming the rear tire is not wider than 6 inches.

Marvin at MotoTote July 12, 2016 6:44 PM

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I have a MotoTote from around 2008 that wobbles a lot. I was hoping to solve the problem by purchasing the anti wobble bolt. However, something doesn't seem right. The hole in the MotoTote seems to be drilled at exactly 5/8 inch (the same as the hole in the receiver), it doesn't appear to be drilled slightly smaller, which is what I expected after reading the description of the anti wobble bolt. So I was wondering if the anti wobble bolt will work for me? Can you please advise me? I would really like to get rid of the wobble! Thanks!

Andrew H July 12, 2016 6:05 PM

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The hole was probably drilled out because it should be 7/16". You can drill another hole next to it (at least an inch away) for use with the MotoTote Zero-Wobble bolt.

Marvin at MotoTote July 12, 2016 6:17 PM

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Hi, I just wanted to inquire if the Mototote MTX M3 carrier is the right product i need... I want to load a Vespa LXV150 scooter (253 lbs) on the back of my 2009 Jeep Rubicon unlimited (has a rear spare tire). I plan to get a 2 inch Class III hitch receiver as required. Haven't seen pics in the internet with a scooter loaded on it so I wasn't sure.. I mostly see dirt bikes. Are the tie down ratchet straps included? What else will I need? Thanks.

Stephen July 12, 2016 6:00 PM

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The m3 is designed for scooters as well as dirt bikes. To haul a 253 lbs scooter you will need a (vehicle) tongue weight capacity of 313 lbs. which is the total weight of scooter + MotoTote (60 lbs). So you will need to check the tongue weight capacity of the Jeep. If it's the 4 door Jeep you might be OK but I think the 2 door may be too light on towing. Tongue weight capacity is usually 10% of towing capacity. The only thing not included is tie down straps. You will need 4 (2 pairs).

Marvin at MotoTote July 12, 2016 6:02 PM

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How does the fore and aft adjustment work? I would want to move the carrier closer to the vehicle, however, the receiver cannot go in any further on my car due to the spare tire behind the hitch. I see many holes on the square tube, do you just relocate the bike channel further up the square tube? The instructions do not show any adjustment options.

BroHeim September 10, 2020 9:09 AM

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The furthest out position is the "default" position. This puts the center line of the bike 20 inches out from the hitch pin hole on the vehicle's hitch. The bike can be moved closer to the vehicle in approximately 2 inch increments by moving the MotoTote further into the hitch and/or bolting the tire track to the square tube at a position closer to the vehicle. Many holes = many options.

Marvin at MotoTote September 10, 2020 9:33 AM

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Can these be used on the front receiver hitch of a Mercedes Sprinter 4x4 - 2500? I will be getting an Aluminess front receiver hitch that has a max tongue weight of 350 lbs. I will be adding a small dirt bike for a shuttle vehicle. Ideally an older Honda XR500R that weighs just under 270lbs.

SL December 27, 2017 3:40 PM

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Yes you can put the MotoTote on a hitch on the front of a vehicle. This is a popular option for users who need to tow a trailer. The only complaint we've heard is "bug splatter". This of course would depend on location and season.

Marvin at MotoTote September 10, 2020 9:39 AM

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I read a post that says the following: "be aware that the main square tubing that goes into the receiver is drilled for one half inch holes, not five eights". Would the MTX3 work with a CURT Class 3 Trailer Hitch #13002?

Joe December 15, 2016 10:37 AM

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RPM

Sacramento, CA

Ideal Carrier for my RV

9/28/2020

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I purchased the MTX m3 to mount on the rear of my RV to carry a small motorcycle on trips. I chose the m3 for 2 primary reasons. First was the light weight of the carrier (58lbs) which helped to reduce the tongue weight on the hitch and the second was that I could purchase an extension tube that gave me the extra couple of inches I needed to get the bike past the spare tire mount. Moto Tote was only carrier that I found that has the optional extender tube. A bonus benefit was the pre drilled holes on the cross bar for the light kit that I purchased made installing the lights easy.

Yes, Moto Tote carriers are more expensive than most other racks but the build quality, which reduces weight and flexibility to customize the rack make it money well spent.

Avid Dirt Biker

California

9/25/2020

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Great product, great service, great technical support. I own a 2020 KTM 500 XCF-W

David

Mototote MTX3

9/22/2020

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Good Quality
Fair price

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so popular took a while to get in stock.

I will be using this on a Class C RV to haul my Scooter. I searched everywhere to know all the motorcycle carriers out there. I picked this one for the good reviews I found, and the great customer service. I am very happy with my order, and paid a fair price.
Thank you Mototote.

Wayne Gold

JUST GREAT !

8/1/2020

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I live in England and have just taken delivery of my new carrier and wow. It is stable and easy to use and when driving with my bike attached, you wouldn't even know it is there. Delivery was the best - less than a week over the pond ! Thanks very much

Daniel

Quebec Can

7/4/2020

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Ordered from Canada and received it after only 7 days!