Great video and demonstration. You covered the tightening bolt, which others skip over. I've been looking around and ran across this one at the local Walmart tonight. After watching your video, I feel a lot more comfortable with getting it. Thanks for taking the time to make this and share it with the community.
@BrightonsReviewsandMore
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching. I saw a lot of reviews that say that it doesn't fit tight - but I have a feeling they are putting the tightening bolt in backwards.
@normanacree1635
2 жыл бұрын
Forgot on last post. Newer models have a tightening system that causes the part inserted into the hitch to expand and get wedged in so it isn't just the tightened bolt that secures the whole thing in place. Makes it very secure. Only the extension shown at 3:30 has a chance to wobble but I saw nothing significant there when using it. One more thing. The distance between bikes is pretty short so I recommend getting a carrier that holds one more than I actually intend to carry. Also, for some reason, Amazon was selling the 4 bike carriers for significantly less than the two or three when I got mine.
@francisco5434
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for a solid review. Your coverage of the actual mount was exactly what I was looking for. I found one of these in a pawn shop for $49, but there were, of course, no instructions, and I had some questions: How to change between hitch sizes (not on the web site.) Why do some people say it wobbles, when others say it doesn't. You covered both of these issues, so thanks: great job. Maybe they should hire you to do their video reviews. I went out and bought a specific tow hitch for my Toyota Camry and installed it in 50 minutes. It was expensive (Camrys have unusual design requirements), but I skipped an installation fee. I also ordered the lighting kit, both from etrailer. I'll do the lighting kit (~ $28) later, but the site said it's a fairly easy plug-and-play unit with no need to cut the wiring harness. As a bonus, I see U-Haul rents out tiny two-wheel trailers that I can now use. Great.
@BrightonsReviewsandMore
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Fran. Glad to share. I hadn’t thought of the small uhaul trailer, but that’s a great option. My 4 cylinder can’t tow much. I purchased a metal platform that I use on the back of my RV. I guess I could use that on my car too.
@CammedFox
5 жыл бұрын
I've got the Allen 524RR and so far so good. Very easy to install and good job pointing out the hitch bolt, I think a lot of people have it the other way. Mine is very secure and has almost no movement. The straps seem very secure so far and my bike doesn't move an inch while i'm driving. Very happy with this mount!
@BrightonsReviewsandMore
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for adding your experience
@normanacree1635
2 жыл бұрын
At 1:48, newer versions do not have the bolt you have to put in and take out later. There is a spring loaded pin that pops out instead. Very convenient.
@normanacree1635
2 жыл бұрын
I don't recommend folding it down to access the trunk while loaded with bikes. That is a LOT of leverage against the lower area. I will say, however, that mine is built like a tank which explains some of the weight.
@chaveznury
4 жыл бұрын
bought this rack 5 years ago and never got to use it because I didn't know how lol I got a new car now and will give it another try am really excited to see if its gonna work. I have my app with u-haul this coming week, also didn't know they had this kind of service where they installed the hitch
@BrightonsReviewsandMore
4 жыл бұрын
Yeah - I didn’t know about the hitch install before buying this rack. I think I read about it online. Have fun!
@evanj6846
4 жыл бұрын
I've been looking at bike racks today and think this was pretty thorough. Although; I hoped you would have shown how to secure the handlebars and frame from swinging. That seems like the most important part to me. Maybe I'm overthinking it but I don't want stress on the spokes from a cord bending them. I would love to hear back from you. Thank you
@BrightonsReviewsandMore
4 жыл бұрын
I use bungee cords and I try to make them only put pressure on the rims. Essentially going from front to rear tire to hold them in place - and to keep the front tire from turning too much. I hope that helps.
@BrightonsReviewsandMore
4 жыл бұрын
Here's the 4 bike version: amzn.to/2NiOKOb
@jasoncarter411
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks brother, looking at one and this helped!
@BrightonsReviewsandMore
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped Jason
@jasonpark6233
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for good review!
@BrightonsReviewsandMore
3 жыл бұрын
My pleasure Jason
@TheStinkySaddle
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing! Is there a lot of play where the rack inserts into the hitch?
@BrightonsReviewsandMore
4 жыл бұрын
Not at all - as long as you put the bolt in the right direction.
@chaveznury
4 жыл бұрын
thanks for the video
@BrightonsReviewsandMore
4 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome
@maverickmeherg1009
4 жыл бұрын
I just got this what do you use to keep the bikes from swinging?
@BrightonsReviewsandMore
4 жыл бұрын
I use a couple bungie cords wrapped between the front and rear tires and also down to the place where you'd attach chains for a trailer. This holds it steady against the vertical bar, and also I'm able to pivot it down to open the hatch back without removing the bikes.
@chaveznury
4 жыл бұрын
I want see how to mount a cruiser to this rack
@BrightonsReviewsandMore
4 жыл бұрын
Hmmm... I’m not sure how that would work
@vanessapalomino2265
4 жыл бұрын
Use a crossbar
@leaaae4638
4 жыл бұрын
wait so every time I want to open the trunk I have to remove the whole thing?
@BrightonsReviewsandMore
4 жыл бұрын
If you have a hatchback, you need to pull the pin to allow it to pivot down. If you have a regular truck, it should be fine.
@francisco5434
3 жыл бұрын
Oh, you mentioned getting creative about a woman's bike design. If you didn't already know, you can buy a cross bar attachment that makes a woman's bike look like a men's bike (for putting it on a bike rack). Then you just hang it normally.
@BrightonsReviewsandMore
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks - I hadn’t heard of such a thing. That makes a ton of sense. Thanks for sharing!
@francisco5434
3 жыл бұрын
Brighton's Reviews and More Sure. I think they are called a top bar. Also I saw another video in which one rack arm was inserted in the triangle in the rear frame of the bicycle, and the other rack arm supports the bar raising up to the handlebars.
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