Does anyone have any idea why this wobbles quite often? The rack is completely level, all bolts are in the correct spot-- all bolts tightened perfectly... yet, the rack wobbles, even if i poked the rack with my finger; it wobbles ... Anyone have a similiar situation? Does anyone have any idea why this wobbles quite often? The rack is completely level, all bolts are in the correct spot-- all bolts tightened perfectly... yet, the rack wobbles, even if i poked... » Read More Does anyone have any idea why this wobbles quite often? The rack is completely level, all bolts are in the correct spot-- all bolts tightened perfectly... yet, the rack wobbles, even if i poked the rack with my finger; it wobbles ... Anyone have a similiar situation? « Show Less
1533787
I do not have any wobble in my PPR200X. It is set up on a 1/2 rubber mat over a carpeted floor which may be why it doesn't wobble.
1144068
Never had a problem, perhaps you tightened some of the bolts too early and caused it to be out of shape a bit.
2061597
The upper part of the rails slide off - you have to push the buttons on the side of the rails - like you will to adjust the height after you have put it together. It is unfortunate there are no instructions with the rack. Hope it helps!
88344
I do have a little wobble of my yakima rack, maybe 1/2 to 3/4 inch (?) at the most. I do not find it an issue for me. I have had 2 bikes on the rack for a trip of 8 hours straight one way and did not have any issue with the rack feeling like it was bouncing back and forth. The pin has stayed in place and I have not felt as though I have needed to re-tighten the bolt. The moveable wheel base on the rack, I do retighten from time to time. I got a yakima hitchlock to use on the bolt (although you do have to play with it a little to get it to lock). I feel better about leaving the rack on the car unattended and not getting stolen, but I also feel like it is one added safety feature to keep the bolt from coming off. And an FYI, I have had problem with getting the arm to 'lock' good when it is on my bike and have had it release as soon as I am taking off in the driveway. I have been able to avoid that issue with using a bike lock around my mid bike to the rack that holds the arms that slide up and down. With using that, I have had no other issue and have never had a bike come loose while on the road. If you have more play than what I described, I can only suggest going to a local bike shop to see if they can help you troubleshoot the issue. I hope this helps.
1598900
Mine is also wobbly! I am having problems with it; am sure I put it together correctly but it is not very sturdy. Has anyone else found this and what did you do?
1320508
The top part of the rack is steady, but I've noticed it's a little wobbly if I've got it piled high. Still can hold them without problems.
250856
No it is not normal. The seat sits firmly on the rack provided. Either the suspension is broken or the seat material is too soft.
996834
It doesn't wobble in the hitch, but there is some discernible play at the hing. Not anything that would prevent me from recommending this rack, but worth noting.
9236
In my experience, the rack wobbles very little. A well-designed knob tightens the shaft of the rack against the inside of the receiver. Then, a safety pin inserts into a hole through the receiver and into one side of the rack shaft. The locking mechanism is pretty clever. After the rack is installed and the knob tightened to your satisfaction, a key is used to disengage the tightening knob such that it rotates freely. That way, while the system is quite easy to install and to remove, it is not easy to steal because the knob simply rotates freely until the key is used to re-engage it with the tightening mechanism. Very simple design, very effective. My only concern with the design had been that the shaft doesn't sit very deep into the receiver at all. I was really worried that it almost seemed as it if couldn't possibly hold. Nonetheless, in use, it has worked very well and it never loosens or slips, even after long trips. I'm thoroughly satisfied. It's are superior to the previous system that I had been using.
2055184
It might move a little with a full load of bikes but I have never noticed. Never concerned about the stability of the rack. Great product.
1219700
I noticed one of the bolts became a little bit loose after a particularly strenuous work out. I removed all of the bolts, used a little Loctite and put the bolts back in and tightened them. No more bacing out bolts. I hope this helps.
1087676
This stand is very sturdy, stability isn't an issue, in fact the heavier the keyboard the more stable it should be. I haven't noticed any shaking and I do usually pound away (I'm more concerned with the keyboard being able to take it) but since you asked, I can get the stand to wobble left and right a bit if I push and deliberately try to get it to sway laterally but it has absolutely no movement up and down or front to back no matter how much force I use. It takes deliberate effort to make it move sideways, not something you would normally do, you could beat this stand with a sledgehammer and it wouldn't shake, I don't think you should have any concerns. This stand is very sturdy, stability isn't an issue, in fact the heavier the keyboard the more stable it should be. I haven't noticed any shaking and I do usually pound away (I'm more concerned with the keyboard being able to take it) but since you asked, I can get the stand to wobble left and right a bit if I push and deliberately try to get it to sway laterally but it has absolutely no movement up and down or front to back no matter how much force I use. It takes deliberate effort to make it move sideways, not something you would normally do, you could beat this stand with a sledgehammer... » Read More This stand is very sturdy, stability isn't an issue, in fact the heavier the keyboard the more stable it should be. I haven't noticed any shaking and I do usually pound away (I'm more concerned with the keyboard being able to take it) but since you asked, I can get the stand to wobble left and right a bit if I push and deliberately try to get it to sway laterally but it has absolutely no movement up and down or front to back no matter how much force I use. It takes deliberate effort to make it move sideways, not something you would normally do, you could beat this stand with a sledgehammer and it wouldn't shake, I don't think you should have any concerns. « Show Less
250855
Mine doesn't rock at all, so I don't think that is normal. I'm assuming you have the yellow piece with the red button attached so it is secured to the rack, but other than not am not sure what else you should do.
1880988
I bought this Rack and I am VERY DISSAPONTED! The hitch Lock will not work. everytime I turn key, it will only turn so far and it just springs back open. I think the lock is broke! It is ALWAYS OPEN. THen after 20 minutes of messing with it one of the Keys BROKE! Has anyone else had this proble with the lock being open instead of closed when off?
2275173
I have no wobbling issues. I actually love this thing. More than I expected. Especially with any weight in the bags under it.
1112036
The collar on the bolt should go through the hole in the receiver. The collar serves to push the rack against the side of the receiver. Thus eliminating the wobble. Mine has no wobble what so ever.
607769
It wobbles because all of the screws aren't as tight as they can be. I had to Tacky glue, lightly, the screw cover pegs. Just don't glue them before you've tightened ALL of the screws.
2132818
The equipment is not square so it wobbles when being used, especially when using the front of the tower. I.e. the dips and VKRs. I am smaller in weight so it's fine for me but my husband is 160lbs and its more unstable for him.