Can you transport the Kent Bayside 24 in the back of a hatchback?
1696911
It is the back wheels that would give you trouble..too tall when bike on its side. Don't remove the front wheel because of the gear assembly.
1696912
If you remove the front wheelit should then fit in the hatchbck and then put it back together. Otherwise it won't fit.
100412
I would say yes. I purchased this rack because it was the only one I could find that could carry 4 bikes and beach cruisers wide tires. I've been pretty happy with it other than its heavy and if you use it on a hatch back, you cannot open the door without taking the bikes off.
61529
Yes you can, I returned this carrier and bought a much better quality Yakima carrier. It is heavy duty and carries 4 bikes. Think it's worth the extra $$.
1558644
No, you can easily detach them and move them to the other side of the vehicle. But, you do need two sets of the cradles (J-style MPG106M Autoloader).
1232383
You could do that, but it is a bit heavy and bulky to then lift in to the car if you wanted to take it with you. IE; my 82yo mother could not do it.
600084
I do not think so. The box is very big. However, if you open the box I think you might be able to transport the parts in a minivan.
668846
I used it all last summer and transported it like you suggest, righside up. I have an Ocean kayak tandem sit on top kayak. There is no way I could transport on its side. It works great. Because my kayak is larger than most I have to use different straps than what came with the kit. Another thing to know is that it is designed to mount on after market crossbars not factory roof racks. I modified the mounts with u bolts to fit on my Jeep Commander roof rack.
902480
My guess would be no. I have a van and it takes up most of the back when it's in there.
2015076
No but as previous person answered it can be pushed inside a back compartment .
780563
It would be possible because there is not a frame in the pack. You would need to take off the MOLLE's and the deployment pack and put them inside. Also keep in mind that it would be very snug. This is a large pack. It is not designed to travel this way. It will fit in the overhead. Best not to place under your seat.
1026811
It will work great as a ramp for the hatchback. I'm not sure about the front or back seats, prolly will work. Storage in the back will be tight but should fit.
1310613
The platform legs must be down and then you can pull the pin and the center support arm will fold down to gain access to opening the rear hatchback. I love mine, took both bikes from Central Illinois to Hilton Head, SC. with no problems or issues of any kind!
1752705
Yes, with the proper rack adapter. Keep in mind that you will need to have acces to the back. So be sure you leave enough for your hand if your front loading. And remember, this unit is self sustaining. It does not have an aux in for additional processing. So, if you are loading it for that purpose.....Sorry.
1601212
It folds, but it doesn't fold up that much. Just the middle collapses, but not the length or height. It can be put in a trunk very easily, but in a hatchback, it would probably touch the back window.
1119043
Yes, but as other posters have said, you should not have the bikes on the rack when you do this.We have a 2006 Mazda Tribute SUV and when we flip down the rack, we can open the hatchback (or the window).
1139448
No, you have to take the bikes off first. Then you can swing it out of the way and open the hatch. (My rack is on my CRV)
558451
Can it? Yes. If you have the tow package. Remember you're towing something that if you are like me you own the 2 door and that weight is nearly the same as the vehicle.