How easy does the mount remove? I'm considering for the bike share bikes in NYC and ideally it'd attach/release in seconds.
1160385
Really easy. No tools necessary. It has a knob/lever on the underside. Just loosen and flip up the lever to remove the mount. I love this light. Expensive, but worth it. The light is bright, and it's easy to remove!
1160386
The mount has a fairly good attach / release mechanism. Can be dine in seconds. Slodr the light out, then unscrew the mount. I damaged a mount and got a replacement easily. Handy to know if you are at risk of losing it.
1160387
If you were to install a mount on both bikes, then you could attach/release the light in literally 1 second. Otherwise, taking off and on the mount to transfer it from one bike to the other might take a few minutes and require a tool. It may also cause to the mount device/screw to wear out early. To keep the mount firmly secured so that it doesn't swivel and cause the light to droop to low, wrap a thin piece of rubber--like a small piece of an old inner-tube--around the handlebar spot where the mount will be secured. Then, it will fit snugly.
1160388
Really easy it just uses a thumb screw to turn on the bottom, I have to say this light goes forever and is brighter than my full size Mag light.
1782899
I am not sure what a quick release is but I have a 24 speed Trek and I just screwed the bolts into the rear wheel area. It was quick and secure and I felt comfortable when riding the bike.
1069497
Doesnt seem any easier to actually break up compared to most bikes. The easiest thing to disconnect would be the seat and maybe the front wheel. I almost had my seat stolen once. After that I made a point to run the chain through the seat when I locked it up.
1064037
Mine is similar to the 2nd image with the bike. The design has obviously changed over the years since I bought mine because the one in the first picture has the black device which has to be pulled to release holder from the rack. Mine did not. Any design with the releasable pull is better because it is more apt to not be knocked off of the rail when you are either picking up or rehanging your bike on the rail.
1369745
Yes, it is fairly easy to get your bike off the trainer and go out, maybe a 3-5 minute affair. The rear hub gets squeezed in place and held on the trainer so once that's loosened the bike can drop down. From there, remove the clamp for the adjustable tensioner from your handle bars (or where ever you chose to attach it) and you're good to go!
449349
Very.... Essentially the push of a button... The quick release skewer is junk, and I'll be bitchin' about it and demanding a replacement, but the mounting and solid axle setup is solid.... Feel free to contact me with anymore questions you might have... I'm a bike mechanic with 30 years experience, and a borderline activist, so will answer questions with everyday biking in mind.... Be safe, have fun, and support cycling!!!
1424692
It is very easy to attach and detach. The connector on the trailer itself just slides onto the hitch and is secured with a steel pin.Even if you don't want to keep the hitch on your rear axle, installing or removing the hitch is also very easy, if you have a quick release. You can find tons of how-to videos on youtube showing how it's done. Just search for "how to install bike trailer hitch". You basically open the quick release, remove the axle, add the hitch and put everything back. You just have to be careful that no parts fall out of the axle. The whole procedure will take you less than three minutes, even if you haven't done it before. Watch one of the youtube videos and you'll see how easy it is. It is very easy to attach and detach. The connector on the trailer itself just slides onto the hitch and is secured with a steel pin.Even if you don't want to keep the hitch on your rear axle, installing or removing the hitch is also very easy, if you have a quick release. You can find tons of how-to videos on youtube showing how it's done. Just search for "how to install bike trailer hitch". You basically open the quick release, remove the axle, add the hitch and put everything back. You just have to be careful that no parts fall out of the axle. The whole procedure will... » Read More It is very easy to attach and detach. The connector on the trailer itself just slides onto the hitch and is secured with a steel pin.Even if you don't want to keep the hitch on your rear axle, installing or removing the hitch is also very easy, if you have a quick release. You can find tons of how-to videos on youtube showing how it's done. Just search for "how to install bike trailer hitch". You basically open the quick release, remove the axle, add the hitch and put everything back. You just have to be careful that no parts fall out of the axle. The whole procedure will take you less than three minutes, even if you haven't done it before. Watch one of the youtube videos and you'll see how easy it is. « Show Less
429381
Mine is the simplest and similar to another poster's method. I just use a bike lock and put it thru the handle, then attach it to whatever is close and available. Yes, this is very minimal and is just somewhat of a minor deterrent, but much better than nothing.
1721299
It comes off the same way the side cases do. When you turn the key counter clockwise, the handle pops up and the hooks holding it on the rack pop open. To reattach, you just place it back on the rack and close the handle and it locks back on the bike.
1174455
pretty easy. Although I don't remove mine regularly. I also have one on my motorcycle. I don't ride in rain so it doesn't get wet, but it seems to take the vibration of a bike handle just fine.
2107550
The top bar folds down by removing a pin. Then the whole thing can be tipped towards your vehicle and pinned in place. We take our bikes camping and leave them at the campsite and just tip the rack up. You gotta remember it's there so you don't run into things! At home, it's so easy to remove and ire-nstall I just take it off every time we use it.
2098666
I take it off! it's very easy and I want it to be secure. When I leave it on is typically when my bike is on it. The front has rack has the ability to have a padlock keep somebody from removing the bike easily. Usually do this after a race when I am stopping to get something to eat. Although the bike and the rack under these circumstances aren't totally secure, it dissuades somebody from fooling around. Hope this helps. Bob
310014
I have 2 bikes one with and one without or older. It worked on the older but always seemed a bit precarious because it doesn't seat real well although they send a rod that you can use to replace your existing part with giving you the quick release. I just didn't bother doing it because I really wanted to use it on my newer bike.
540364
Pretty easy to remove, only a few minutes for each rack (I don't leave mine on the car either). However, these things "howl" at about 45mph and are awful at 60/65 mph (at least on my car).
2045652
Mighty Mounts have a thumb screw that can be loosened to take the mount off. It takes about 5 minutes to take the mounts off factory bars.
2098670
Take it off between uses. Suction does not last forever so you wouldn't want to lose it. This bike mount rocks!!! Takes only a few seconds to install and half that to take off. Comes with spare arts as well
757754
The hooks you see at the back hooks onto the handlebars and the bottom of the hook attachment rests against the bike frame. It is very easy to take off, so my daughter has a little cable with a lock to keep it from being stolen.