Transporting My VFR

I am planning on doing a lot of weekend getaways and want to go to some rallies, track days and do some camping this year. Of course I do not want to leave my VFR behind. I am considering getting a used Conversion type Van (Ford Econoline 150) and want to carry my bike inside the Van. I am curious if anyone is doing this? I can get a ramp for the rear so I can load the bike on the Van that would fold or slide inside on the Van floor. I found a PitStop/Trailer Stop for inside the van that supports the bike in an upright position that mounts to the floor http://www.condor-lift.com . I figure that the bike can be on one side (also plan to put rails on the wall for strapping the bike down) of the Van and a bench type seat can be on the opposite wall that will fold out to a bed. This is a good compromise for me if my girlfriend comes because she can drive the Van while I ride and if I get tired I can ride in the Van with my true love - my VFR. This would also be good for camping since most of the ladies I date do not like tent camping. I have never owned a Van and know very little about Vans. Any ideas and suggestions would be appreciated. Is the Ford Econoline a good Van for the type of use I am planning?

 

Chev Astros and GMC Safari vans will work as well,little smaller and easier on fuel with the 4.3L V6.You can mount a tie down bracket off the front seat mounting bolts,works A1 to hold bike secure with the wheel chock you described,barn style doors on the back are better than the style with the hatch glass on the GM vans

 

Nice, love a good plan, only exception I see is I'll be using one of those service box vans like the plumbers use, more than likely the ones I've seen that I like are GMC or Chevy

 

Sounds like you are on the right track. I don't see why it would not work.

Not sure if this is in your budget, but it sounds like a weekend warrior type RV would fit you perfect. They have some that are like motorhomes nowadays with a compartment in the back specifically for hauling toys. You would also have some very nice ammenities that the van would not have. Just a thought.

 

My '93 Ford E-150 has had a lot of bikes in it over the years. The latest was my "new" '02 VFR. It fit poifict!!!


Rex