Features:
- Tilting parallelogram design keeps rack arms level and bikes upright
- Spring-loaded, quick-release pull pin handle shifts upright bars away from the vehicle
- Convenient angle allows easy rear vehicle access
- Adjustable arms accommodate children's and adults' bikes
- Slide left to right to hold small and large bikes
- Soft, rubberized cradles gently support frames
- Optional anti-sway cradles are available (sold separately) to further prevent bikes from rocking back and forth
- Rugged tie-down straps safely secure bikes
- Folding arms collapse to save space and remove for convenient storage
- Safety reflectors provide nighttime visibility
- Threaded, anti-rattle hitch bolt included to secure the rack inside the receiver tube
- Optional hitch lock available (sold separately)
- If using in a 1-1/4" receiver, use lock #25057
- If using in a 2" receiver, use lock #25056
- Powder coated steel construction prevents corrosion and rust
Specs:
- Capacity: up to (4) 30-lb bikes
- Width between adjustable arms (outside to outside): 8-7/10" (narrow) up to 10-7/10" (wide)
- Hitch receiver size: 1-1/4" x 1-1/4" (Class II only) and 2" x 2"
- Warranty: limited lifetime
The Softride Element features a tilting parallelogram design that keeps the rack arms and bikes level at all times. Most racks tilt down and dip bikes close to the ground when they allow rear vehicle access. The Element, however, maintains a straight angle when it moves away from the vehicle, always carrying bikes in an upright position.
When not carrying bikes, the rack arms fold down for convenient storage in places like garages or parking lots.
Rugged tie-down straps safely secure bikes to the soft, rubberized cradles. The arms adjust in width to accommodate children's and adults' bikes. A spring-loaded, quick-release pull pin handle is located near the top of the upright bar. Simply pull it out to allow the rack to tilt away from the vehicle, providing trunk or cargo access. Safety reflectors at the end of each arm provide nighttime visibility.
The Element has two parallel upright bars that move together to provide the unique tilting parallelogram design.
Replaces SR26045 and SR26044
26248 Softride Element 4 Bike Rack for 1-1/4" and 2" Trailer Hitches
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