Bike Carrier / Rack - What & where to get?

nickoo · 26th March 2009, 10:49

Hey folks, I am looking for a bike carrier (preferable roof mounted) for my swift. Any pointers to where can i find one or any Thulle dealers in or around NCR??

If any of the Tbhp members has one, it would be nice if you could post a review or a pic for the same.

amtak · 26th March 2009, 10:54

I guess you mean to say for the "bicycle" Probably you should check with Maruti A** as they would certainly have some options (For wagon R folks)

nickoo · 26th March 2009, 11:00

ya AMit this is what i am looking for!!
Is it possible to add those two rack mounting bars (on the roof) on Swift that come with most of the cars such as Scorpio/Safari but not with any of the Maruti cars except Wagon R??

sanjz · 26th March 2009, 16:23

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Originally Posted by nickoo

Hey folks, I am looking for a bike carrier (preferable roof mounted) for my swift. Any pointers to where can i find one or any Thulle dealers in or around NCR??

If any of the Tbhp members has one, it would be nice if you could post a review or a pic for the same.

hi nickoo pm me if you need any details on the thule bike carrier, i know the dealer here who is a very close friend you can place the order with him and get the stuff delivered to you in NCR , just did it for some one who was in Mumbai and needed a thule roof box .( I just hope they have one that can fit a swift)

desideep · 26th March 2009, 23:44

Sachin yaar you can contact the Firefox dealer in Shanti Niketan they have some of these i think.

nickoo · 26th March 2009, 23:57

thats crap!! The bike sways like a swing and the rack scratches the boot lid :(

Axe77 · 17th February 2010, 09:42

This is for a friend who needs a bike carrier.

Does anyone know where one can get good quality bicycle carriers for an SUV (Outlander specifically). Not sure what options are possible but I'm guessing one that can be mounted at the read hatch door will be preferred over a roof mounted since it will sway less.

Thanks

GTO · 17th February 2010, 15:54

^ Thule is probably your best bet. Get in touch with Methods, they are official importers for the brand. Good luck with the infamous Method's service quality though!

Axe77 · 17th February 2010, 18:42

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Originally Posted by GTO

^ Thule is probably your best bet. Get in touch with Methods, they are official importers for the brand. Good luck with the infamous Method's service quality though!

Thanks a ton GTO. Sad to hear Methods are not up to scratch on the service. In the meantime, having done some more googling, I believe some bike shop in pali hill also stocks Thule <? gear : the bike shop ?>. Maybe he can go to them instead.

zenx · 15th April 2010, 13:32

Cycling is an awesome way to explore many a pretty destination we go to, and bike racks are a must have accessory if you like that sort of a thing. I got one recently, and its suddenly added a new dimension to vacations.

This worked well for the 2 bikes we carried to Coorg - though it took a bit of re-tightening after I paid the toll at NICE to avoid slipping.

Do share your pics if you use racks. Also, what troubles have you had with the same. As the usage grows, I guess we'll need parts, accessories, advice for the same.

xtreme power · 15th April 2010, 14:30

my custom rack for my custom carbon fibre bike

jaysmokesleaves · 15th April 2010, 14:40

Where are these available in India and what is the cost ?

zenx · 15th April 2010, 15:22

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Originally Posted by jaysmokesleaves

Where are these available in India and what is the cost ?

You get mostly Thule - numerous models. I got mine at 6.5, and they go up all the way upto 23k for roof mounted ones. There's someone in Bangalore too who makes them - more info here

There are arguments both for and against either type - but the one I use seems cheap and good enough for regular usage if you take care of the rubber pads position while mounting it, and keeping that little bit of an extra margin for the wheels that protrude just a tad beyond the RVMs.

@xtreme_power That looks very good! Where did you get that fabricated ?

nirahul · 2nd June 2010, 17:27

Could someone help me with an acquisition of a Twin Bicycle Rack for my Toyota Innova. I have been trying to get through to someone who could help me with this but no progress till date. I am specifically looking for a Rear door mounted Twin Bicycle Rack. Looking at picking it up either @ Chennai / Bangalore. Could also make an online transfer nto seller's account & have the product delivered through courier. Thanks

harryskt · 20th May 2012, 15:15

Hello,
I'm looking for some advice on the fitting rear bike carrier(for 2 cycles) in my honda Jazz. Im impressed by Thule carrier (for the model details : Thule*-*Thule EuroClassic G6 LED 928). This model can be fit to the tow bar and can easily detachable when not needed. i may use it 4 to 5 times in a year.

Now I would like to know:
1) Can jazz pull the load and what are the problem i may get by fitting this i.e. Warranty, damage to the tow bar or car, any RTO restrictions in Bangalore etc
2) Is it advisable to have such carried on uphill and uneven roads?
3) What is the maximum load capacity for Jazz's tow bar?

Looking for replies.

26th March 2009, 10:49	#1
nickoo BHPian Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Gurgaon\Patiala Posts: 201 Thanked: 12 Times View My Garage	Bike Carrier / Rack - What & where to get? Hey folks, I am looking for a bike carrier (preferable roof mounted) for my swift. Any pointers to where can i find one or any Thulle dealers in or around NCR?? If any of the Tbhp members has one, it would be nice if you could post a review or a pic for the same.
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26th March 2009, 10:54	#2
amtak Senior - BHPian Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Mumbai - The city of Sea Link!!! Posts: 2,914 Thanked: 899 Times View My Garage	I guess you mean to say for the "bicycle" Probably you should check with Maruti A** as they would certainly have some options (For wagon R folks) Attached Thumbnails
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nickoo BHPian Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Gurgaon\Patiala Posts: 201 Thanked: 12 Times View My Garage	ya AMit this is what i am looking for!! Is it possible to add those two rack mounting bars (on the roof) on Swift that come with most of the cars such as Scorpio/Safari but not with any of the Maruti cars except Wagon R?? Last edited by nickoo : 26th March 2009 at 11:02.
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desideep Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Adelaide Posts: 1,159 Thanked: 318 Times View My Garage	Sachin yaar you can contact the Firefox dealer in Shanti Niketan they have some of these i think.
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26th March 2009, 23:57	#6
nickoo BHPian Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Gurgaon\Patiala Posts: 201 Thanked: 12 Times View My Garage	thats crap!! The bike sways like a swing and the rack scratches the boot lid :(
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17th February 2010, 09:42	#7
Axe77 Team-BHP Support Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Mumbai Posts: 6,905 Thanked: 20,577 Times	This is for a friend who needs a bike carrier. Does anyone know where one can get good quality bicycle carriers for an SUV (Outlander specifically). Not sure what options are possible but I'm guessing one that can be mounted at the read hatch door will be preferred over a roof mounted since it will sway less. Thanks
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17th February 2010, 15:54	#8
GTO Team-BHP Support Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Bombay Posts: 70,497 Thanked: 300,306 Times View My Garage	^ Thule is probably your best bet. Get in touch with Methods, they are official importers for the brand. Good luck with the infamous Method's service quality though!
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15th April 2010, 13:32	#10
zenx Senior - BHPian Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Bangalore Posts: 1,161 Thanked: 158 Times View My Garage	The Bike Rack Thread - More Wheels Cycling is an awesome way to explore many a pretty destination we go to, and bike racks are a must have accessory if you like that sort of a thing. I got one recently, and its suddenly added a new dimension to vacations. This worked well for the 2 bikes we carried to Coorg - though it took a bit of re-tightening after I paid the toll at NICE to avoid slipping. Do share your pics if you use racks. Also, what troubles have you had with the same. As the usage grows, I guess we'll need parts, accessories, advice for the same.
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15th April 2010, 14:40	#12
jaysmokesleaves Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Mostly Mumbai Posts: 1,702 Thanked: 1,452 Times	Where are these available in India and what is the cost ?
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2nd June 2010, 17:27	#14
nirahul Newbie Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Vijayawada Posts: 2 Thanked: Once	Bicycle Rack for Toyota Innova Could someone help me with an acquisition of a Twin Bicycle Rack for my Toyota Innova. I have been trying to get through to someone who could help me with this but no progress till date. I am specifically looking for a Rear door mounted Twin Bicycle Rack. Looking at picking it up either @ Chennai / Bangalore. Could also make an online transfer nto seller's account & have the product delivered through courier. Thanks
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20th May 2012, 15:15	#15
harryskt BHPian Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Bangalore Posts: 63 Thanked: 20 Times	Rear bike carrier for Honda Jazz Hello, I'm looking for some advice on the fitting rear bike carrier(for 2 cycles) in my honda Jazz. Im impressed by Thule carrier (for the model details : Thule-Thule EuroClassic G6 LED 928). This model can be fit to the tow bar and can easily detachable when not needed. i may use it 4 to 5 times in a year. Now I would like to know: 1) Can jazz pull the load and what are the problem i may get by fitting this i.e. Warranty, damage to the tow bar or car, any RTO restrictions in Bangalore etc 2) Is it advisable to have such carried on uphill and uneven roads? 3) What is the maximum load capacity for Jazz's tow bar? Looking for replies.
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