A bikes shape is a unique Tie-Down challenge.  It is like securing a triangle on one of its points.

4 Securement Points

4 securement points is the minimum required by law.  2 in the front and 2 in the rear, each at a 45° angle to the bike as required by law. Modeling software and extensive testing has consistently proven that 4 straps used in this way is the bare minimum recommended.

The objective here is to show how to prevent your vehicle from shifting side to side and back to front.

Prevention of movement from side to side and back to front is achieved with Tie-Downs in 4 opposite corners creating equal tensioned balance.  It’s easy to remember, we call it the Steadymate X.  Prevention of movement up and down in transit is the final step.  This is explained below.

45° Angle

Proper securement is a 45° angle from the bike to the floor at all 4 securement points.  With this, you have now completed the task of securing your vehicle from the forces of all 3 directions; side to side, front to back and up and down.

Proper securement is a 45° angle from the bike to the floor at all 4 securement points.  With this, you have now completed the task of securing your vehicle from the forces of all 3 directions; side to side, front to back and up and down.