Cycle Carriers:
For collection from our Tonbridge location, at TN9 1QF.
Towbar Mounted
Towbar Cycle Carriers
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As pictured above these provide a platform to support the bikes, usually have integrated lights, and while bulky are easier to load bikes on/off.
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These provide ‘arms’ that the bikes hang from by their cross-bars, adapters are available for ladies/kids bikes but are often not required.
Roof Bar Mounted
Roof Bar Cycle Carriers
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As shown above, the tradional and still most common type. Which hold the frame of the bike between pedals and handlebars, as well as buckle fastening through the wheels.
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The second most popular type, whereby the front wheel is removed and the carrier clamps the front axle or forks. This reduces the height and therefore wind drag.
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Due to the popularity of carbon frames, some carriers clamp the front wheel. For users who prefer not to clamp their frame, or remove their front wheel.
Boot (Rear-door) Mounted
Rear-Door Cycle Carriers
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The intention with these is to keep the bikes above the vehicle’s number plate and lights to avoid obscuring them.
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These are easier to load then high level platform racks, but because they obscure the number plate and/or lights on the vehicle you are legally required to display a lightboard (with a number plate) safety reasons, and this requires a towing elelctrics socket to plug the lightboard into..
Our Most Popular Cycle Carriers:
Thule Elite Van XT is a sturdy, easy-to-use 2-bike rack for vans with a quick installation process that doesn't require any drilling. Smart design makes it easy to load your bikes and with the help of the Thule AcuTight torque limiter, you'll know when the bikes are securely in place. Even with bikes loaded, you can still conveniently open the van doors and at the end of the season, the bike rack is easy to dismount.
Note: the claws that clamp the bike frames can be an issue with unusual or chunky frame shapes, or where bottle-holders inhibit access to the bike frame.
Compatible vehicles:
Fiat Ducato (2007 Onwards, Twin doors)
Citroen Jumper (2007 Onwards, Twin doors)
Peugeot Boxer (2007 Onwards, Twin doors)
Mercedes Sprinter (2006 Onwards, Twin doors)
VW Crafter (All years, Twin doors)
Ford Transit H3 (All years, Twin doors)