Is the bike rigidly perpendicular to the wall or does the bike to swing from side to side when hanging on this rack?
1275865
Yes, it will swing side to side when pushed on but when left untouched it doesn't swing.
1275866
It won't necessarily swing on its own but no, it does not lock rigidly into position. That said, even if you were to bump into the bike while it was hanging there, it would fall off the hook.
1275867
I hang my bikes by the front wheel with the back wheel resting against the wall. The force on the back wheel tends to keep the bike steady, but it would swing if you pushed it hard enough to one side.
1534075
No. The bike is supported/ hung on its crossbar and is secured by strapping the tie towns around the crossbar and the swing
471648
No... The rack stays perfectly stationary because of the hitch-mount receiver bolt. Even during highway speeds. I do however recommend using a strap to lash the bicycles to the support bar. Otherwise, the bike(s) will sway on the rack extension. A 1" adjustable nylon strap(about 6') works fine for me.
1199855
The bikes mount vertical and it's for 2 bikes. I had it on my RV and it worked well for me.
589928
I only use it for one bike and it works well. As long as the base is away from the wall the right distance, it's fine. The hangers are adjustable, as well.
1160725
It mounts on the bike rack with the long side front to back. It has 2 screws with a groove on the end that fit on the rack and are secured with a tension device and then you adjust the screws to make secure.
1546609
It works great for our two bikes. Just make sure when you strap them down, keep the handlebar from the closest one from touching the back of the trailer. Obviously the bikes must be facing opposite directions. We've been very happy with this bike rack. It's also a snap to install.
551743
I have the model with the arms that lock on after you assemble. I have two bikes on mine and have had no issues with them slipping or moving. I was hesitant at first, but its worked great.
1086250
It is front to back. I have three racks and they are terrific and easy to mount. The side holes serve no purpose for mounting.
717970
It's a bit of a problem; you can buy a bar that goes between the angle to make it almost straight. However, we have found that the bike can be placed at an angle. Just make sure there is no rubbing against the next closest bike.
1611074
You will need to set the wheel cradles with the Allen wrench to the proper width. Once this is done you can place the bikes on the rack and secure them with 3 straps--one for each wheel and one for the U-bar. The 4-bike rack is solid. It extends just a bit, but I like that the bikes do not swing or bump into each other once they are secured on the rack.
2001657
The object is to have the tension bar level so the bike will be level on a bike rack and not slide. I don't think three inches would give you a too extreme angle. You can raise the seat up so the bar would be horizontal for transport. The bar needs to be right under the seat at the top of the seat post anyway. The seat actually might not be high enough for proper leg extension and ease of pedaling. If it is than just raise the seat for transport than lower the seat to ride. My wife has her seat high enough for riding which makes the tension bar level for transport. Any bar you use will have the same issue. Hope that helps.
1443199
The rack can move as you hang and remove pots/pans etc. Since it's balanced in the center with just 2 lags in the ceiling it'll move as the weight shifts around. The rack itself is fairly heavy so the shifting isn't much, but yes it moves. You can pus it and it'll swing and such also. Given the weight, fully loaded it's very stable. You really have to hang it from studs or it'll be on the ground quickly! This beast is heavy, especially loaded up.
110376
Only the end brackets attach to the wall -- making installation fairly easy and pain-free (although still a two-person operation to ensure you're hanging it level). The cross-bar, to which the bike hooks attach, simply rests in the brackets. I have 5 bikes on it now and it's very sturdy and a great space-saver.
1510580
It comes with an anchor that goes in the wall at the top. If you connect this anchor, it will be very stable with only 1 bike at the top. Duane
371987
You could, but you'd have to find a way to keep it firm. The rack itself is solid, but the bike is suspended in two heavy plastic grooves. It can swing from side to side gently.
1482219
Does not tilt down with bikes on. I love the rack but once bikes are on, you can't access trunk. This answer is the same as the other 3