It's very important not to tighten the axle, cause if the width is not spaced properly according to the fork (100/110mm) you can bend the stanchions or the casting.. But it's a nice idea!!
I originally went with the plastics ones but the inner diameter was too tight. I thought of drilling it out a bit but ended up trying the metal ones and they worked. I plan on making another mount soon and I’m going to be using all PVC.
I used to do this with my Trek7000 in my '07 Nissan Xterra and all I had to do was quick-release my front wheel and I was good. I'm trying to find a way to do the same in my Rivian R1S but the roof is too shallow to leave my saddle on. Just keep in mind that every vehicle is slightly different and this solution may require tweaks depending on what you drive.
love this! I'm actually looking for a vehicle soon and want to do this. What length of cargo space do you recommend for a large framed mountain bike? Mine is small but always nice to have the option for a larger bike for a friend. Thanks!
Check out a new and improved version of this mount!
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You could just use a 100mm block of wood nailed from underneath and drill a hole through it. Connect the bike with its axel.
@rufflesal that would definitely work.
Phenomenal little hack for storing a bike! You’ve created an idea for a build I’m going to be doing with a truck topper, thanks!
Awesome! I’m glad to have helped!
doesnt get more simple and effective than this! perfect for my trailblazer. thanks dudes!
Glad you like it!
was looking at buying something for a trailer, but this is a heap's better Idea and super Cheap! Cheers mate
Glad to have helped!
Let me know how it turns out.
Hell yeah dude, I just got a 4r, definitely doing this, thanks
No problem!
Thank you mister, this was a great video
You’re more than welcome!
Very informative. Thank you very much!
No problem! I made a more recent version that is a bit improved. The video is linked in the pinned comment.
It's very important not to tighten the axle, cause if the width is not spaced properly according to the fork (100/110mm) you can bend the stanchions or the casting..
But it's a nice idea!!
Thank you very much for this information!
They have 1/2" PVC threaded nipple/inserts for the t-bracket to avoid metal upon metal contact... \m/
I originally went with the plastics ones but the inner diameter was too tight. I thought of drilling it out a bit but ended up trying the metal ones and they worked.
I plan on making another mount soon and I’m going to be using all PVC.
@@MichianaMadman Makes sense, the various diameters are key fer shur...
Great idea! Tho instead of offsetting the mounts front/back, just rotate them a few degrees so the bars won't conflict.
Great idea! I’m about to build a new mount for my vehicle, so I’m going to try this.
Great idea. Thanks for sharing!!
No problem! Hope it helps.
Looks awesome!
It is a steampunk bike mount. Just kidding 😂
Nice work!
Thanks! It was an easy process but makes such a difference.
love it! Nicely done
Thanks! I hope it helped.
@@MichianaMadman it sure did. Heading to HomeChepot in a few to pick up parts... Thank you!
Awesome!
Let us know how it goes.
Where do you put the front wheels? Awesome project.
Just next to the bikes. I usually use a bungee cable to secure them.
That's awesome!!!
They work great!
I’m thinking about making some more for my van.
Great idea!!
Thanks, it works great!
I used to do this with my Trek7000 in my '07 Nissan Xterra and all I had to do was quick-release my front wheel and I was good. I'm trying to find a way to do the same in my Rivian R1S but the roof is too shallow to leave my saddle on. Just keep in mind that every vehicle is slightly different and this solution may require tweaks depending on what you drive.
good job :)
love this! I'm actually looking for a vehicle soon and want to do this. What length of cargo space do you recommend for a large framed mountain bike? Mine is small but always nice to have the option for a larger bike for a friend. Thanks!
I can fit a XL bike in back with just 66 inches (168cm) of space. Hope that helps!
Thank you!! Yes it does!
If the aluminum axle is damaged by the harder metal, that is steel, will it go through the wheel hub?
Over the years of using this, I haven’t had a problem with my axle being damaged.
is the wood attached to the car in any way?
No, the weight of the bikes keeps the board from moving.
I didn't catch the name of the piece that you pushed through the iron after you shrink the plastic on both ends of the iron fitting
That is just the axle (Maxle) from the front wheel/fork of my bike.
this wouldn't work on a 15mm axle would it? .5" is like 12mm or so?
The axle in the video is 15x110 so it should work.
That being said, there are smaller/larger diameter pipe fittings that can be used.
@@MichianaMadman thanks dude, you're a gem
Does it ever jump around with the plank while inside the car did you do something to secure it
The board itself has some weight to it but with the bikes on top, it doesn't move around.
What size wheels on those bikes?
These bikes have 27.5 tires.