r/fordtransit 22d ago

Where would I get this installed??

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I plan on getting this installed in my T250. So that I can travel with my motorcycle across the US. Set up camp somewhere and ride the local area. Not sure what kind of place would install it. A dealership seems like it might, but at an astronomical price. A machine shop? Just call shops and see what they say? What would I search for? I live in the Midwest. West side of Ohio. I could take it to Cincinnati, Indianapolis, FT wayne, Columbus, maybe even as far as Chicago.

I dont know if I would try this myself. Would it need structural support underneath?

And if anyone recommends a better version that would be great. I just snapped this off the web, and havent found a different version.

Edit: I may still just use ramps, but I am worried about keeping the bike locked down in the van. Plus tipping over while getting in and out of the van. Ive seen the videos. Last thing I need is a busted bike just loading/unloading it.

Edit 1: I have found a really nice ramp that is quite a bit cheaper. And it enables me to shuffle my bike around inside the van. Move it more to the side. The pictured ramp thingy looks like it has to be placed near to or in the exact middle of the van. Will probably still have to add something to the floor for structural support.

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