i would like to know how heavy is the rack? and is it possible to just mount one of the carriers instead of putting two just to save wait?
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Hi Bryan - the rack is about 49 lbs. assembled. You do not need to install both carriers, but the main assembly, because it was designed to be so strong is the heaviest part. Thanks!
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The rack is a little less than 50 lbs. the two racks come together so you can't detach one. Unless you were referring to the 2 rack extension that expands the rack from a 2 bike system to a 4 bike system; that one is detachable.
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It's pretty heavy. But its very sturdy. Doesn't shake at all, unless of course your on a bumpy road. its possible to mount only one of the carriers but you would have about a foot of the rack protruding plus it you wouldn't be saving that much weight. this is the best bike rack or there.
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Yes, you can mount an adjustable carrier rack, but you may need additional hardware. Most smaller bikes require longer arms to reach down to the pre-drilled holes in the seat stays, so look for a brand that sells compatible arms. Otherwise, you could buy a seat post adapter or seat post-mounted rack, but this typically reduces the load your rack can carry down to ~25lbs.
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Sorry, I have not tried that. Although, even with one bike on the rack, it is pretty heavy.
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I have not mounted mine; HOWEVER, I have two units and I have used the mounting rods to connect the two units back to back, which provides support. *IF* all your heavy pieces are on the bottom and you use the top only for light pieces, you'll probably be okay. *BUT* if you plan to put heavy bins on the top rack, you'll want to anchor the unit.
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You can transport it.. but will require some tools but it is built really really strong. I don't think this would be something to use as a portable hanger rack. It's more of a permanent rack. There's other products out there to use as a portable that sets up quick and breaks down quick
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Thomas, I carry two Honda Ruckus which weigh 200 pounds each on mine and still tow my 20FT boat off the hitch. Very sturdy rack so far. If you put the rack on a car the weight of two scooters and the rack is too much unless you have air shocks. I use it on an RV with air shocks.
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Hi Carol, With all of the attachments and the rack, it weighs about 26.5 lbs. Because I typically only transport a single bike, I remove the attachments for the second bike. Also, I do not leave the bike rack on my car. I install it and remove before and after each bike trip. It only takes me a minute or to do this. I am very satisfied with this purchase. If you buy this rack, I would suggest buying the Anti-Wobble Thread Hitch pin along with appropriately sized Master Lock.
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you will have to purchase the rack moutable equipment to make it that way. it does not come to you as rack mountable.
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I'd call rack attack..they know good answers....Call 1.888.399.RACK (7225) also look at the 1upUSA....They have less complicated carrier and easier to operate....wish I had gotten theirs really..http://www.1upusa.com/
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The rack is very sturdy and well-made. As long as you balance the load, you should be OK. I recommend the rack and would buy again if I had the need.
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The rack is a pretty substantial piece of equipment. I have not weighed mine but I would guess it is in the 40# range. The goose neck design allows you to position the rack up to the hitch and then lift it into position. My wife has never installed ours but I am sure she could if she was inclined to. She is also petite and middle aged. I like ours because we drive 400 miles one way to our beach location and I never worry about the bikes or the rack.
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The rack weighs slightly less than the shipping weight. There is little packaging weight.
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best way I can think of if you have the space is to bolt both racks back to back (2 on the front and two on the back. Then secure using plumbers tape or something that can be attached to the wall or ceiling. Lose a little space in one place but save the space of that the other rack would have used
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Patricia, the stats say it is 30 lbs, which is about right. It is large and awkwardly shaped is likely why some are claiming it to be so heavy. Fitting it into a hitch can be a challenge, simply because it has to be inserted straight in. I ususally line it up and give it a bump with my foot to get it started. From there I can let go of it and I step under the cradle arm and take the weight off with my shoulder as I guide it the rest of the way into the hitch. It's not the difficult and the rack is very strong and as such, I would expect it to be heavy.
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I bought one a year ago. I have had 4 bikes on it. What you do is load two bikes, each bike facing a different direction, then you put the second rack on, but not all the way in until you load the 3rd. bike on. Tighten down the thumb screw then load the 4th. bike. It works for me.
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I did not assemble my unit myself. So I do not know the answer. My friend did it for me because it arrived while I was gone. He said it was very simple. But simple can be a relative term. I do know that the rack on one side is meant to be lower than the rack on the other side. They are not the same height, in case that is hopeful.
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I would say yes. I purchased this rack because it was the only one I could find that could carry 4 bikes and beach cruisers wide tires. I've been pretty happy with it other than its heavy and if you use it on a hatch back, you cannot open the door without taking the bikes off.