When Loading One Bike on Bike Rack Which Set of Frame Cradles Should be Used
Updated 05/28/2024 | Published 06/16/2021
Question:
When loading 1 bike is it best to place it close to the car or can you place it on the outer part.
asked by: Kathy R
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Helpful Expert Reply:
If you are going to load just one bike on a bike rack you want to put it on the innermost set of frame cradles so that the weight of the bike puts the least amount of leverage on the rack arms.
expert reply by:
Jameson C
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Joanne G.
5/27/2024
I have the cargo carrier with 2 bike rack. The brackets don’t securely hold one bike. There is too much play and the screw down bolt doesn’t secure the bike as if it needs to be tightened more but can’t.