Adding a Roof Mount Bike Rack to a 2008 Coleman Bayside Popup Camper

Question:

im looking for a yakima 2 bike roof carrier for my camper

asked by: bob b

Expert Reply:

To install a roof top bike rack like the Yakima Yakima Raptor Aero Roof Mounted Bike Carrier - Frame Mount, # Y02093, you would first have to install cross bars on your pop up camper. First, make sure that your camper is rated for this type of application.

You will need to install tracks on the roof first. We have 42 inch (# Y01126), 54 inch (# Y01127), and 60 inch (# Y01135) depending on the length of your camper. You could then install Yakima Control Towers - Roof Rack Feet (QTY 4), # Y00214. Last, you will need cross bars. Depending on the width of your camper, we have numerous sizes ranging from 48 inches to 78 inches. I have included a link to the Yakima bars below. I have also add links to the installation details for the tracks below. With a roof rack installed, you could then add the Yakima roof rack mount bike racks off your choice.

An alternative to adding a roof rack would be to use the Pop Up Camper Roof Mount 4 Bike Rack - Swagman Pop-Up Mighty Rack, # S80550. I have included a video review and a link to the installation details below.

expert reply by: Michael H