Cycle rack for VW ??

KonaMike
KonaMike Posts: 805
edited March 2008 in MTB buying advice
Can anyone recommend a cycle rack for my 1983 VW T25 Bus,I only need to carry 2 bikes as I can get at least 1 inside.Any suggestions ?

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Rear view:

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  • nicklouse
    nicklouse Posts: 50,673
    tow bar mounted.

    as it will make life easier when you need to start checking oil etc.... and as (it looks like a camper) your main engine access is through the tail gate which will need the removal of the rack, if tailgate mounted, each time you need to get in there.
    "Do not follow where the path may lead, Go instead where there is no path, and Leave a Trail."
    Parktools :?:SheldonBrown
  • KonaMike
    KonaMike Posts: 805
    Good point !! As you say,I need access through the tailgate as it is a camper,It doesnt have a towbar but I may consider getting one fitted just for this purpose.

    Thanks

    Mike
  • Chalky76
    Chalky76 Posts: 260
    have a look at the Saris Bones RS - can take 2 bikes easy and is much sturdier than a strap type bike carrier - easy to use too
    ride your bike like a kid whilst you still can

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  • nicklouse
    nicklouse Posts: 50,673
    Chalky76 wrote:
    have a look at the Saris Bones RS - can take 2 bikes easy and is much sturdier than a strap type bike carrier - easy to use too

    i can not see that working on a T25.
    "Do not follow where the path may lead, Go instead where there is no path, and Leave a Trail."
    Parktools :?:SheldonBrown
  • KonaMike
    KonaMike Posts: 805
    Me neither, which is a shame because I love the look of it !
  • nicklouse
    nicklouse Posts: 50,673
    Mike as an Ex T25 and current T4 owner. Get a towbar fitted.
    "Do not follow where the path may lead, Go instead where there is no path, and Leave a Trail."
    Parktools :?:SheldonBrown
  • KonaMike
    KonaMike Posts: 805
    edited March 2008
    I think I will go for the Towbar option .

    Are you a Mini owner too ??(spotted your avatar)

    Aswell as owning the T25 I also run a Mini Club/Website:

    www.m4minis.com
  • Chaka Ping
    Chaka Ping Posts: 1,451
    Secondhand towbar is probably an option on a relatively common vehicle like that, to save you some cash.

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