seats down obviously...wondering if l should just buy my trailer now

It will fit, but I'd recommend draining the gas tank so there is no leak when you lay the bike on its side, make sure to put down some old towels/blankets to protect your SUV and bring some rope incase you need to tie down the tail gate. You can rent a trailer from U-haul, but unless you need to take the bike someplace to ride you do not need a trailer just for this pick up. You could also rent a pickup from Enterprise car rental.