Powertye Soft-Tye 1.5"x18" Blue Tie-Down Assist - Harley & Indian V-Twin
About Powertye
Powertye builds American-made tie-down straps and transport hardware rated for motorcycle loading, where a failed strap is a destroyed bike.
The Powertye Soft-Tye tie-down assist offers a smart solution for securing your V-twin without damaging its finish. This 1.5-inch by 18-inch nylon loop wraps around frames and handlebars, providing a secure anchor point for your tie-down straps. It's designed to distribute pressure evenly and prevent hooks from scratching your paint or chrome during transport.
Why riders pick this
- Protects paint and chrome from tie-down hooks
- Distributes pressure evenly for secure transport
- Creates flexible anchor points on frame or bars
- Durable nylon construction built for repeated use
When trailering your Harley or Indian Motorcycle, protecting its finish is paramount. The Powertye Soft-Tye tie-down assist provides a soft, non-abrasive interface between your tie-down straps and your bike's delicate surfaces. This simple yet effective loop system ensures your V-twin stays secure without the risk of scuffs or dents from metal hooks.
Protect Your Investment During Transport
- Soft nylon loop prevents scratches and damage to paint and chrome
- Distributes tie-down pressure over a wider area for added security
- Creates secure anchor points on frames and handlebars without hooks
- Durable nylon construction for reliable, repeated use
Easy Integration with Your Existing Setup
These Soft-Tye loops are an essential addition to any V-twin owner's trailering kit. They work seamlessly with your existing tie-down straps, allowing you to create safe and stable attachment points even when factory hooks aren't available or suitable. Just loop them around a sturdy part of your bike and attach your strap, knowing your motorcycle is protected.
Specifications
- Brand: Powertye
- Manufacturer Part #: 42193
- Length: 3 in
- Width: 8 in
- Height: 1.45 in
- Weight: 0.31 lbs
Common questions
Do I need special tie-down hooks to use this assist?
No, the Soft-Tye is designed to loop around your frame, handlebars, or other secure points, eliminating the need for specific frame hooks and protecting your bike's finish.
Will this protect my bike's finish during trailering?
Absolutely. The soft nylon construction is designed to prevent scratching and marring that can occur when metal tie-down hooks come into direct contact with painted or chromed surfaces.
Is this a full tie-down strap?
No, this is a tie-down assist loop. It's used in conjunction with your existing tie-down straps to provide a safer, non-abrasive attachment point on your V-twin.
Ordering from Vtwinbikers
- Brand new, sourced through authorized US distribution — never used, never grey-market.
- Not sure it fits? Use Shop by Bike to filter by your year and model, or email us and we will confirm before you order.
- Harley-Davidson and Indian Motorcycle is all we do, so you are talking to people who ride what you ride.
| BRAND | Powertye |
| TYPE | Straps/Tie-Downs |
| SKU | 29-1077 |
| WEIGHT | 0.31 lb |