Can Inno Velo Gripper Bike Rack Hole Bike By Wheel
Updated 09/02/2025 | Published 06/19/2025
Question:
I see if your bike is too long for the truck bed, you have the tail gate down. Can you turn the bike around and angle the front tire and attach the gripper to the wheel so I can close the tailgate?
asked by: Wayne
Expert Reply:
Hi Wayne; you can turn the wheel on your bike to gain more clearance but the Inno Velo Gripper Bike Rack # INRT201 will still need to connect to the fork or frame to keep it secure. Attaching it to the wheel would allow for movement so the bike wouldn't be secure if it is mounted that way. I suppose if the wheel is wedged to a point it wouldn't move it will likely hold it without an issue but I can't recommend it.
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Inno Velo Gripper Bike Rack for Truck Beds - Clamp On
- Truck Bed Bike Racks
- Frame Mount
- 1 Bike
- Clamp-On
- Locks Not Included
- 15mm Thru-Axle
- 20mm Thru-Axle
- 9mm Axle
- Compact Trucks
- Full Size Trucks
- Mid Size Trucks
- Inno
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Robin H.
9/2/2025
Hey Wayne, did you have a chance to try turning the wheel on your bike for more clearance? I'm curious to know if it worked for you, as it might help others with similar setups.