How to Easily Load Bikes Onto Swagman S64670 XTC 2 Platform-Style Bike Rack
Updated 06/12/2024 | Published 08/26/2021
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Hello, I just purchased a S64670 bike rack. I’m a petite senior female and having trouble lifting my bike onto the bike rack. I’m wondering if there is a ramp available for this type of bike rack, before spending 1,000+ for a lightweight bicycle, which may not be recommended for this type of bike rack. Thank you!
asked by: Karen S
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Swagman doesn't offer a ramp that's compatible with their # S64670 XTC2 bike rack, but I can provide you with a tip that will help make loading your bike easier.
Stand the bike up so it's right next to the rack with the front wheel about two feet to the side of the end of the carrier. Apply the rear brake and walk backwards a bit while simultaneously pulling the bike up like you're popping a wheelie. Once the bottom edge of the tire sits just above the wheel hoop, pivot the front wheel over and lower it into the wheel hoop. Now, you have a large portion of the bike on the rack and won't have as much weight to lift to get the rear tire up into the rear wheel hoop. This gets pretty easy after practicing a couple of times, and once you master the technique, you'll never need to dead-lift the entire weight of the bike to get it up on the rack.
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