Is there an extension kit for carrying 4 bikes?
1024482
No. Unless your bikes combined weigh <100# or your hitch supports >100#, it will be too heavy.
491003
I have a small Master lock I bought at Home Depot to lock it shut at the zippers. I have my three bikes chained together inside. You'd literally have to tear it up from the ground and carry all three bikes at once or come prepared with cutting tools. There is also an opening through the back if you wanted to chain the bikes to a fence or pole behind the unit.
755347
Sorry, I have not tried that. Although, even with one bike on the rack, it is pretty heavy.
233456
No reason that I can think of. It might be a space saver too if you alternate hanging multiple bikes between the front or rear wheels. I consider this method with my five bike setup, but didn't go with it because it might be harder for others to get their bikes in and out of the hook.
1897741
yes,it can hold them all,but depending on the frame design on the smaller bikes,they can be a little tricky to strap down.
1540858
It comes with 3 clamp arms for first 3 bikes, and one short arm that attaches 3rd bike to 4th bike. This is a great bike rack!
1500510
Yes. However, be aware that when the rack is loaded, with more than 2 or 3 bikes, it may not be easy to get the rack up and down with only one person. I emailed Allen about this question, and, technically, the rack is not designed to swing up and down 'fully loaded'. I've done it successfully with 3 or 4 bikes ... but needed help and struggled a bit getting the pin back in after swinging the rack back up. All told, this is an excellent rack and while you may like the more expensive ones for some reason, they all basically work the same. And the quality of this product (and the responsiveness of their customer service) is great. Yes. However, be aware that when the rack is loaded, with more than 2 or 3 bikes, it may not be easy to get the rack up and down with only one person. I emailed Allen about this question, and, technically, the rack is not designed to swing up and down 'fully loaded'. I've done it successfully with 3 or 4 bikes ... but needed help and struggled a bit getting the pin back in after swinging the rack back up. All told, this is an excellent rack and while you may like the more expensive ones for some reason, they all basically work the same. And the quality of this product (and the... » Read More Yes. However, be aware that when the rack is loaded, with more than 2 or 3 bikes, it may not be easy to get the rack up and down with only one person. I emailed Allen about this question, and, technically, the rack is not designed to swing up and down 'fully loaded'. I've done it successfully with 3 or 4 bikes ... but needed help and struggled a bit getting the pin back in after swinging the rack back up. All told, this is an excellent rack and while you may like the more expensive ones for some reason, they all basically work the same. And the quality of this product (and the responsiveness of their customer service) is great. « Show Less
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Directions didn't come with mine either. We had a problem with the weight of the bikes on the rack. It caused it to lean towards the ground. The metal was not as thick as needed to carry 4 bikes. I would try around a couple of blocks before you go too far with this. We couldn't even use for all 4 bikes on our way home from vacation. Hope this helps.
1943184
There are no straps that come with the rack. Technically, you don't need them, as the adjustable stabilizer bars work well. That said, I use about four bungee straps with the four bikes just in case.
2052236
I am very satisfied with the rack... It serves it's purpose.. I believe there is always a solution to the request you are asking .. I unfortunately do not have the knowledge or know how to accomplish that.. But I can state that I have four bikes(2) on each arm and have had no problems.. My wife would like me to anchor the rack to the wall in case it might crush our daughter .. I again have no knowledge to know how ... THULE The name you know ..!!
879392
We have 4 bike on ours and it is not to bad. Our bikes are light. It would depend on how you hang them.
360564
we transported 5 bikes for summer vacation via 2010 honda pilot. (we had 2 adult and 3 kids bikes) not sure that answers your question, but i will say the rack was great and worked perfectly for us.
1195894
The specifications for this hitch state "35 lbs per bike". 4 bikes @ 80 lbs each would more than double the recommended weight-load. However, I frequently load my Swagman with (2) Mountain bikes and (2) Cruisers which are over the "35 lbs" limit and it has held up nicely. Not sure you would be able to load 4 bikes @ 80 lbs, though.
1030056
You would have to get an adapter. And I am not sure I would recomment that as this thing flops around pretty good as is. An adapter would magnify the bounce and may cause a failure. That is not specific to this model. 5 bikes are heavy on any carrier. This is a nice rack, but there is a pretty significant amount of bouncing that takes place on bumpy roads.
1172321
Yes. We have hybrids, mountain and road bikes - even kids bikes on ours! The hooks move so you can adjust to what you need. Best purchase for bike storage!
2077240
Im not sure, I think you can buy different attachments that wrap around the frame of the bike.
674931
I can tell you it will hold 4 ordinary bikes. The newer E-Mountain bikes which I purchased this for, it has issues with securing. The unit is very heavy and cumbersome. If you are not use to holding weight up and aligning, you may need two people. The unit is built very well.