Use additional tension straps to secure bikes in place if this makes them feel more sturdy and ensure you have the correct tension on the straps to keep the bikes in place Once you know how to load your bikes safely and securely, you are ready for endless adventures. But, before you hit the road, it is also worth knowing It carries two bikes but an expansion rail is available so you can carry up to 3 bikes. It is also available with a carrier bag, platform and transport box. This is a hanging bike carrier that fits to the towbar faceplate. It allows you to tow and carry bikes at the same time and is suitable for carrying eBikes. You can carry up to 3 bikes at a time and the weight of the bikes is fully supported by the towbar.

Step 5: Now its level, attach and tension the support straps. Then attach the other hooks to the tailgate or boot at a suitable point. Make sure this position is stable and strong enough to hold the weight of the carrier and cycles. Load your bike once you are ready to leave, not the night before your journey. You should not leave your bikes unattended when they are loaded onto your carhow to pump and change a bike tire as well as the best family bike rides in the UK. That way, you can be well prepared for heading out on your bike armed with a fun cycling route and the knowledge of how to maintain your bike if you do hit a bump in the road. Starting with the heaviest bike, lift it into position or use a drive-up ramp and load this bike closest to the vehicle Secure the arm clamp onto the bike frame and fix the wheel in place by tightening the strap around the wheel once it is in the wheel mount Step 6: Attach the plug to the vehicle ensure the plug is fully inserted and that the cable cannot touch the floor. This is a platform bike carrier which has a tilting feature for easy access to the boot. With easy coupling and adjustable wheel holders, it is suitable for most towbars and can carry most bikes, including eBikes.

Exceeding this load invalidates the warranty of the bike carrier, vehicle and the towbar. Any "clip" on accessories, e.g. pumps, bottles, bags etc. should be removed to reduce weight. Fixing to your towbar with a bolt-on mechanism, this cycle carrier has a low platform for easy loading as well as easy coupling that fits most towbars. It can be tilted forwards for easy access to the boot and has an adjustable wheel holder that holds most bike sizes, apart from eBikes. The ZX302 platform style cycle carrier from Witter takes up to two cycles of any size including a child’s.

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Every platform bike carrier is different and will come with a specific set of instructions, so you should always follow these. Continue to load any additional bikes in alternating directions, leaving the lightest bike until last, and secure all bikes in place as detailed above Start your adventure off right with the New Pure Instinct platform style cycle carrier from Witter, created with you in mind. Put the metal base plate under the crossbars and carriage bolts and screw the mounting bolts in using a spacer Some models will have a unique 'Park Mode' that allows it to be legally driven in the folded up position. In 'Park Mode', the lighting board will flip down to show the number plate and lights.

Load the bike in 'dry' side up. This means the side with the chain, derailleurs and brakes should be facing upwards so no unnecessary pressure is placed on them However, it is essential that the combined trailer nose weight and weight of the cycles does not exceed the maximum towball nose load, as specified by the vehicle manufacturer. Our three and four bike carriers are designed to carry a maximum load of 65 kg, which corresponds to 3 to 4 adult bikes. Step 8: For the second bike, use the second set of wheel locators and clamp it in the same way as the first bike, securing it tightly with the ratchet straps. The last bike should be the smallest and lightest of all of them. So, whether you're on a family day out or a grand tour, this carrier is a great addition to your kit list. Additional Information

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Suitable for carrying eBikes and with a tilting feature for easy access to the boot, the Westfalia Bikelander is easy to mount and very compact. It has an easy coupling that fits most towbars and a low platform so bikes can be mounted easily too. The adjustable wheel holders allow it to carry most size bikes and it can carry 2 bikes. It is available with an extension for a 3rd bike, LED lights and a carrier bag. Carrier requires an initial assembly taking approx 30 minutes (instructions are included in the box) We tested the ZX504, as it seems perfect for the family MAMIL who takes mates to events. At 23kg, the Witter isn’t light but it does have wheels so you can roll it from garage to car before following the five-step setup, and it can carry up to 60kg.

Step 6: Fit the protective cap onto one of the plugs, then attach the plug to the vehicle using the appropriate seven or 13 pin electrical connection. Ensure the plug is fully inserted and that the cable cannot touch the floor. You should load your heaviest bike first and alternate the way your bikes are facing as you load each one The important thing to remember is to load the heaviest bike first, ensuring your number plate is always visible and, if needed, use any accessories that might make loading easier. This might mean using aOur towball-mounted Pure Instinct bike carrier is high quality and can be easily attached to your towbar with a clamp mechanism. It is available as a 2, 3 or 4 bike carrier and has foldable rails for when they are not in use. It can also be tilted for easy access to the boot but is not suitable for eBikes. This cycle carrier is superbly designed to make operation and installation as simple as possible. But to ensure safety, and to avoid any damage to your vehicle or bikes, we're going to run through the installation procedure. Step 9: For the second bike, use the second set of wheel locators and clamp it in the same way as the first bike, securing it tightly with the ratchet straps. The last bike should be the smallest and lightest of all of them.