full suspension bike rack

Christopher · **Posted:** Sun Dec 14, 2008 10:04 pm

I just picked up a new mtb and my old rack wont work with a full suspension frame. Does anybody have any suggestions? this is what i got

http://www.ironhorsebikes.com/images/bikes/photos/yakuzakumicho-0.jpg

jeepmedic · **Posted:** Sun Dec 14, 2008 11:02 pm

Try this....works very well. One end attaches to the seat post, the other to the stem area.

http://www.etrailer.com/pc-brab~TH982.htm

Christopher · **Posted:** Sun Dec 14, 2008 11:20 pm

yeah I thought about that but I read they dont work well with the 1.5 inch head tube. Would like to find something that clamps on the wheels or something.

jeepmedic · **Posted:** Sun Dec 14, 2008 11:31 pm

Good point. Didn't think about that with the 1.5HT. I would check your local bike shop...

2006 KJ · **Posted:** Sun Dec 14, 2008 11:32 pm

just make what you need.. wouldnt be hard if you have the bike and rack at your disposal.

jeepmedic · **Posted:** Sun Dec 14, 2008 11:33 pm

Try this....I have a thing for Thule..Have used Thule for years with no problems..

http://www.thuleracks.com/product.asp?dept_id=8&sku=990

LI_KJ · **Posted:** Mon Dec 15, 2008 12:30 am

I've got the T2. A bit pricey, but the thing is burly and easily holds my 50lb DH bike. No more lifting heavy bikes to the roof rack, no more taking tires off. It has the cheesy SKS locks for security, good enough if you are going to run into the store real quick(plus get a locking hitch pin). Plus it folds down to access the rear gate, and you can add on a piece for 2 more bikes.
http://www.thuleracks.com/product.asp?dept_id=8&sku=916

kjmurphy · **Posted:** Mon Dec 15, 2008 11:44 am

You could always put it on the roof. If you have the stock crossbars, a company called rocky mounts has racks that fit them well. Ive had mine for almost two years with no trouble. But if your shorter than 6' it might be a struggle to get that ironhorse up on the roof.

Christopher · **Posted:** Mon Dec 15, 2008 12:10 pm

Well thanks guys. those thules look like they would work good but are pricey.

jeepmedic · **Posted:** Tue Dec 16, 2008 11:29 am

I have a complete roof set up with Thule load bars and Rocky Mount bike trays. Works awesome....but with a lift it is a pain in the :twisted:

to get it all up there !

Christopher · **Posted:** Tue Dec 16, 2008 12:35 pm

the problem with that is my bike has 20mm through axle so its not easy or fast to take the front wheel off. So I definatley need one that is setup for both wheels staying on.

LI_KJ · **Posted:** Tue Dec 16, 2008 3:50 pm

You could get an adapter called a fork up that allows you to remove the 20 mm thru axle to
mount on a fork locking roof rack. About 30 dollars. But still a pain to take the wheel off all the time. The Thule hitch racks will last forever and are made of burly steel.

WolverineFW · **Posted:** Wed Dec 17, 2008 2:02 am

LI_KJ wrote:

I've got the T2. A bit pricey, but the thing is burly and easily holds my 50lb DH bike. No more lifting heavy bikes to the roof rack, no more taking tires off. It has the cheesy SKS locks for security, good enough if you are going to run into the store real quick(plus get a locking hitch pin). Plus it folds down to access the rear gate, and you can add on a piece for 2 more bikes.
http://www.thuleracks.com/product.asp?dept_id=8&sku=916

I have this rack as well. You can load and unload bikes in 30 seconds. No taking the front tire on and off. No heaving the bikes onto the roof. No worrying about overhead clearance.

I definitely say it is worth the extra cash.

jeremesh · **Posted:** Wed Dec 17, 2008 7:54 am

get a hitch hauler and get the bicycle attachments.

Christopher · **Posted:** Wed Dec 17, 2008 6:57 pm

all good ideas, thinking I will go with the T2. will post a pic when I get it.

Jeepjeepster · **Posted:** Wed Dec 17, 2008 7:15 pm

jeremesh wrote:

get a hitch hauler and get the bicycle attachments.

Ive used that before and its 'ok.'

After getting the thule spare tire rack Ill never go back..

nightdrv · **Posted:** Sat Jan 03, 2009 6:35 pm

jeepmedic wrote:

Try this....I have a thing for Thule..Have used Thule for years with no problems..

http://www.thuleracks.com/product.asp?dept_id=8&sku=990

I use this same rack almost every week - no complaints

mtbyak · **Posted:** Mon Jan 05, 2009 12:28 pm

I have the Swagman which is almost the same as the Thule but about 1/2 the price.

http://www.swagman.net/product_platform1.html

I also have the extra 2 bike add-on as well.

Have used Swagman racks for years & never had any problems & great customer support.

Topper 1 · **Posted:** Tue Jan 06, 2009 1:21 am

My Yakima High Roller system works great. The reach issue is solved with a short 24" step ladder.

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