Thule Bike Rack

[Ruth]

Hi, i have seen this bike rack available from the States it looks ideal as it doesn't involve any wiring

http://www.4smartcar.com/servlet/the-214/Smart-Car-Bicycle-Rack/Detail

Any ideas where i can get one in the UK??

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UqysjXDzrK0

Thanks :-)

[Ruth]

Re: Thule Bike Rack

Should have said i think it is a Thule 951 roof mount, its the Smart fitting bits that i'm confused about where to get them in the UK

[RacingSnake]

Re: Thule Bike Rack

there are thule dealers around the UK.
Have a look on the thule.com website, I think you can even order online, but if not, I'd certainly be phoning them to find out

[tolsen]

Re: Thule Bike Rack

It is a Thule 594XT Sidearm roof carrier mounted transversely on custom made bars that screw into rear accessory mounts. Those custom made bars are only available from 4smartcar.com and the Thule roof carrier is only available in America. Unsuitable for a Smart 450 as the rear towing/ accessory mounts are too week in bending and fatigue.

[Ruth]

Re: Thule Bike Rack

Thanks tolsen, although maybe not the answer i was after :-) its for a 451

[tolsen]

Re: Thule Bike Rack

Police told me I need a lighting board to drive legally on roads if the bike conceals rear lights and number plate.

Cheapest way to carry bikes is by fitting a tow bar and get one of those bike carriers that attach to the tow ball. Here is mine, only cost 9 Pounds new and carries two bikes with ease:

Bike is not level due to the low diamond frame. A lighting board complete with cable and plug does not cost a lot, I've seen one for around 12 pounds from a good garage in Banchory.