I am thinking about getting this for my 2000 4runner. I want to get a medium sized dirt bike and want a secure way to carry it. Will this work?
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If you have a 2" receiver hitch; yes it works great. I carry a CRF250 on mine.
1966832
Definitely. Make sure you have a 2inch receiver hitch. Also, i use 4 tie-downs plus bungees for the wheels for extra measure. As for bike size, with a 4runner I wouldnt go over 450cc. For the price, this is a great way to haul a bike.
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yes just see specs for weight limit i think its 400 my ktm is 229 and i use it on a 2013 pilot and my sons jeep 2008 Note have to have a 2 inch hitch and also the limit is on tongue weight , thats why i didn't get the one that can take 2 bikes it was over 600lb tongue weight check your cars manual for that. with one you should be fine
842509
John, I bought that mount but it would not work on my 4Runner as there was not place to clamp it. I returned the product but the shipping to and from still cost me. Steve
167353
Sounds like a dumb answer, but I ended up having it supported from below, so I utilized superglue to attach it. (it is an offroad vehicle). It has held up fine. Since it is so short and lightweight, it worked.
1817043
I think he means secure as in secure from theft. I did read somewhere that there is an embedded nut on the light itself, so if you were to use some form of secure mount with what is probably a 1/4-20 thread bolt, then you can lock it in place. That's how I plan to attach mine, to a plate that is mounted under the handlebars and out of the way. Make it so that it's too much effort to steal.
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Absolutely!! This is a great system. I have traveled cross-country 4 or 5 times with my HD Road King Screamin' Eagle and it has held the bike solid in place! It's a good idea to check it periodically if you are traveling a long distance. I have had to ratchet the front wheel strap a few times just to tighten it up. My bike is 850-900 lbs.
1708834
I have a female bike, not a cruiser, a mountain bike, and mine fits fine. You do have to angle it just right and it sits on the rack at an angle, but it has never been a problem for me and I feel like my bike rides securely. I have even used it going down the interstate and never felt like it wasn't secure.
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Not sure why but here is what I found. It is hard to load and unload a 230 pd dirt bike with this carrier. My son and I could do it but felt better with a 3rd person. I would hate to try it with a bike much heavier. A scooter might work unless the wheel size is too small but not really sure on this. Amazon sells another carrier that tilts. We returned this one and have used that one for almost a year.
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Personally, I wouldn't risk it. I'm not an engineer, so I don't know how "overbuilt" this is and whether it would handle the extra weight. When I was researching this purchase, I remember seeing a few other carriers out there designed to carry heavier bikes. You also want to make sure the hitch on your vehicle is rated to carry that amount of weight. My vehicle's hitch is rated at 500 lbs which is the max of this carrier.
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Depending on what type of equipment you plan on putting on the rack. I placed it on my Acura RDX. It worked out great. I bought a 55gal lock box from Home Depot and primarily kept camping gear in it. Only trouble was having to take the box off prior to opening the trunk. Anything longer of a hitch would most likely loose the integrity of the hitch. It's worth the purchase!
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I'm liking my sportrack. Especially for the price. I wouldn't expect it to haul 40lb downhill bikes up miles of bumpy dirt roads but for hauling on pavement to the trailhead it works great. Only two issues I see, and which are minor to me, are the following: The rack does not fold up as compact on the back of your car as many other racks do. No biggie for me since In usually take it off if I'm not hauling the bikes.Depending on where your rear shock is, you might have difficulty getting the key in the lock for the outside bike. I have to make sure my bike has the front tire to the left otherwise it can't lock it. I'm liking my sportrack. Especially for the price. I wouldn't expect it to haul 40lb downhill bikes up miles of bumpy dirt roads but for hauling on pavement to the trailhead it works great. Only two issues I see, and which are minor to me, are the following: The rack does not fold up as compact on the back of your car as many other racks do. No biggie for me since In usually take it off if I'm not hauling the bikes.Depending on where your rear shock is, you might have difficulty getting the key in the lock for the outside bike. I have to make sure my bike has the... » Read More I'm liking my sportrack. Especially for the price. I wouldn't expect it to haul 40lb downhill bikes up miles of bumpy dirt roads but for hauling on pavement to the trailhead it works great. Only two issues I see, and which are minor to me, are the following: The rack does not fold up as compact on the back of your car as many other racks do. No biggie for me since In usually take it off if I'm not hauling the bikes.Depending on where your rear shock is, you might have difficulty getting the key in the lock for the outside bike. I have to make sure my bike has the front tire to the left otherwise it can't lock it. « Show Less
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It would more secure if you use two locks. One at or about the handle bars and another one at bottom of platform behind front wheel. Just would not want to make it easy to take. Best of luck.
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It works fine we use it for off roading with our Polaris ranger . the cup holders work good., there about 3" deep.PS good luck with that.
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If your are using it for a mountain bike its great by buying a 8-10 foot rope lock from Sports Chalet for 15 dollars. As for a motorcycle you would hae to do the same thing by purchasing the rope lock as well. I recommend it its definately a deterrent from thieves and its very loud just like a "car alarm" It worth it!!!
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You are correct, for mountain bikes with disc brakes and quick-release wheels, this would be a poor choice for security. This is meant for motorcycles whose wheels take much longer to remove.
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I don't think this would be my first choice for just a regular bike unless you are *really* paranoid about having it stolen. It weighs a ton, it's massive and biking with this thing in your backpack seems onerous. I use it on my Harley Davidson simply because my Harley is expensive and because I have a saddle bag to put it in so the weight doesn't bother me.
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Yes, just cheecked, that's what I have, but I wouldn't recommend it. It's a tight fit, but my biggest issue with this product is that it's not very secure. I have actually taken it off my bike and currently use Panier bags on the back and carry a rickshaw bag... LOVE!
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It is extremely secure. I just took a 12 hour trip with 4 bikes and it didn't even budge. This is a great product. Easy access to the rear hatch as well. Hope this helps.