If you’re a fan of minimalist camping, then a motorcycle trailer may be exactly what you’re looking for. These trailers are more like rigid tents than proper camper vans but can be pulled with nothing more than your motorcycle. If you put a few supplies in a saddlebag, you’ll have everything you need for a weekend (or longer) adventure. Here is a look at the five best motorcycle camping trailers.
1. Spitfire XT
The Spitfire XT is affordable, coming in at just $6,000, and weighs 298 lbs. It has enough capacity to store 350 pounds of gear and is 6.5 feet long and 3.5 wide. While it’s not exactly the best choice for two people to sleep in, it’s more than enough for a single person. If you need a bit of extra headroom, the poles can be raised up to give a little bit more space.
2. Bunkhouse Queen
If you need a trailer that can house both you and your passenger, the Bunkhouse Queen is a good choice. At 9 feet long and 4 feet wide, it can sleep two people comfortably and weighs just 285 lbs. The Bunkhouse Queen is designed to be fast and easy to set up, and its base price is around $4,600. Additional options can be chosen that will increase the price, but also the convenience.
3. Moby1 C2
The Moby1 C2 is taller and larger than other options on this list. At 6.6 feet long and 4 feet wide, the Moby1 C2 is a hefty 320 lbs. The base price is $6,500. However, this base price includes a door that locks, slider windows, and other features that pop-up units do not provide. You can even include a stove and a work area if you want to maintain a mobile business while on the go. The Moby1 C2 is a solid option for a freelancer or digital nomad.
4. Time Out Camper
The Time Out Camper is a pop-up trailer that pulls easily behind your motorcycle but is a bit longer than some of the other options. At 8.6 feet long and 4 feet wide, the Time Out Camper may be harder to pull around a turn but gives more interior space in return. The base price starts at $2,900 and reaches up to $4,300, although median prices fall around $3,395.
5. Slipstream Camper
The Slipstream Camper is the barebones choice for motorcycle camping trailers. It looks more like a cargo hold than a trailer, and in fact, can be used for that. The tent can be removed to reveal 38 cubic feet of cargo space. There is room enough for a single person in the tent, and a compartment underneath the bed provides more storage space. The price starts at $2,995.
A short romp to the countryside can be just what you need to wash away the dust and grit of office life, and motorcycle camping trailers make it easier than ever to do just that.