What is the Weight Limit for Yakima Single Bike Truck Bed Mounted Bike Rack
Updated 07/11/2013 | Published 07/10/2013
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What is the weight limit for these? For example, if I mount a 50lb tandem bike to it, will it be safe for highway speeds? Thanks in advance.
asked by: Tom
Helpful Expert Reply:
I have a solution for you, however, my technical contact at Yakima stated the heaviest bike they would recommend mounting on the Yakima BlockHead Single Bike Rack Mount # Y01117 would be 35lbs. He said he would definitely not mount a tandem bike due to not only the weight of the bike but also the amount of sway which is a result of the highway speeds combined with the weight of the bike.
My technical contact at Thule suggested the Insta-Gater Pro # TH93VR. The provisions on this is that you will need an 8ft bed because you do not remove the front tire. As to sway issues at highway speeds, Thule states that your bike should be fine because it is so well attached. Personally, I would strap it side to side as well, just to be safe. I have attached a brief installation video.
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Yakima BlockHead Single Bike Truck Bed Mounted Rack - Bolt-on - 9-mm Skewer
- Truck Bed Bike Racks
- Fork Mount
- 1 Bike
- Bolt-On
- Locks Not Included
- 9mm Axle
- Compact Trucks
- Mid Size Trucks
- Full Size Trucks
- Yakima
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