07-09-2012, 04:48 PM | #1 |
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Racing bike roof rack
Apologies if this has been covered (I checked the accessories forum, but didn't find anything), but there doesn't seem to be a viable roof rack for racing bikes for the X3 (I have a 2012). I have a bike that's pushing $10k, so when I transport, it's definitely going on the roof. Short of an OEM BMW rack, can any cyclists out there recommend alternatives?
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07-09-2012, 05:45 PM | #3 |
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I have the Thule Aeroblade bars and Echelon bike racks. Works great. I was able to find a shop in Austin that offers them in black powdercoat (http://www.rackoutfitters.com/thule-...eroblade-bars/). Some pics:
There are a few posts on the Yakima racks as well, but I am very happy with the Thule. |
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07-09-2012, 09:30 PM | #5 |
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Why not a bike rack on a trailer hitch? I went with the BMW hitch kit and it's very cool. I bought a Thule 970XT bike rack to go with it.
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07-10-2012, 04:52 PM | #6 |
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We've got the old shape X3, and we've got two Specialized Road bikes (About £4000 each).
We opted for the thule roof aero bars, Thule OutRide 561 (http://www.thule.com/en/GB/Products/...le-OutRide-561) and the wheel holders, Thule Wheel Carrier 545-2 (http://www.thule.com/en/GB/Products/...arrier-545_-_2) All you'd need is a different footpack.. I find they are really good, they hold the carbon frames dead secure meaning you can go down the motorway at 80mph+ with no vibrations or worry that they're going to fall off. Only thing I would say the bikes are a pain to get on, we have the running boards which we can stand on but I know the new X3 doesn't have them. The wheel holders are useful too, saves putting them in the boot. We've got a rear Thule tow hitch for the back too, that'll hold 3 bikes, plus an extra one with a clip on adaptor. Yes we are a bit extreme. I like the fact it's easy to put on, and easy to get your bikes on and off. Although if someone runs in the back of you, your bike is pretty screwed, but saying that I find I use this the most. |
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