Figuring out the Best Wheel chock for Your Motorcycle

Did you recently purchase a trailer for your motorcycle? Well now you need to purchase the part that will lock it in place, the ‘Wheel Chock’. It is quite a bit more secure then a kickstand and can also be secured in your garage. Motorcycle wheel chocks are mounted securely on a trailer or trucked. The chock cages the front wheel and straps in bike. There are many motorcycle wheel chocks out in the market today. But, what should you look for in a wheel chock?

Does it fit your trailer or truck bed?

Take out the measuring tape and see if the chock and the bike can all fit. Look for how it is mounted before purchasing to avoid unnecessary hassle.

Does it fit your bike?

There are many all in one chocks, but to be safe I would find a wheel chock that is specifically designed for your motorcycle. For example you would not want to buy a dirt bike wheel chock for a Kawasaki Ninja 250r. A bit of wiggle room width wise is common with the all in ones.

Can one person mount it?

Find one that can be mounted by a single person. There are many chocks that can, and also many that cannot. They are usually advertised as such.

Cost vs. Quality

As always, going cheap may cause more damage financially in the long run. Cheap chocks may not be as durable and give way to the force of the bike. Spend enough to not have to worry.

Hopefully now you know the answer to the question, “How do trailers keep motorcycles so secure?” Well, with a wheel chock. There are differences between wheel chocks. Choosing the right one is critical to insure that your bike ends up coming home in one piece. Now that you know what to search for in a motorcycle wheel chock, time to find your chock, and then hit up the racetrack. Stay safe.