Some folks over in the Tensa4 Hammock Stand thread asked for some pics of how I have used my motorcycle in conjunction with a one tree hang. Here are some pictures from a quick setup in my backyard showing how I do it. It's a low and wonky hang, but it gets the job done for a night and then you can move on. Typically these days I have my Tensa4 stand with me on the bike, so one tree hangs (or picnic table, etc) are really just for 'emergency hangs'. It's been a few years since I have done this out on the road.
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The strap is attached to the front engine guard on the opposite side of the kickstand, and continues up and over the handlebars to give it a little bit of height.
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The strap continues over the bike, and is almost exactly in line with the kickstand, which gives it as much stability as possible.
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Keep in mind, my bike is pretty heavy. 750 lbs dry weight, 800 plus with fuel and all my crap loaded. This took a good bit of experimenting before I was comfortable with it, not necessarily for fear of the bike tipping over; it's pretty stable. Mostly just trying to get the strap as high as possible while keeping it on a strong and stable mount.
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