Yakima Bike Racks?

SunsetZ · 11-18-2013, 12:25 AM

Doing research on here to find out what will work. I have read about a lot of issues with a number of options that just don't seem to cut it on the Z.

On the Yakima website it says the Z can use the "King Joe", "King Joe Pro", and the "Quick Back". But in all my research on this site I haven't seen anyone mention using any of these. Is anyone using any of those three racks on their Z?

I would love to do the hitch idea, it is a shame it is only a custom job and requires cutting into the bumper.

cossie1600 · 11-18-2013, 06:13 AM

You can use the fog light butthole or get a folding bike

kenchan · 11-18-2013, 12:12 PM

maybe instead of having 2 useless cars, get a hatch or suv or something as 3rd?

slumpey · 11-18-2013, 12:27 PM

As an alternative (not hitch), I have the SeaSucker Talon. Been using it for 2 years without any issues. Check their website...Talon | SeaSucker.

My review from a thread on this forum: How to carry a bicycle? bike rack question

Meulen · 11-18-2013, 12:36 PM

"IF" I were to carry bikes on the Z I would do the trailer hitch mod in the DIY section and use a Thule 910XTR. Possibly a Seasucker if I could see and test one first.

I'm about as particular about my bikes as I am my Z. To be honest, some of my bicycles are aproaching similar cost as my Z between the bike and mods. So I'm a little more particular. I don't want any rack that clamps my frame in any way, and I don't go with any rack that is substandard on quality. I've got a lot invested in my bikes and vehicles to go cheap on them.

NiñaBonitaZ · 11-18-2013, 05:31 PM

I'm using a SeaSucker too. I'm happy with it.

11-18-2013, 12:25 AM	#1 (permalink)
SunsetZ Base Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Orlando Posts: 70 Drives: on the edge Rep Power: 12	Yakima Bike Racks? Doing research on here to find out what will work. I have read about a lot of issues with a number of options that just don't seem to cut it on the Z. On the Yakima website it says the Z can use the "King Joe", "King Joe Pro", and the "Quick Back". But in all my research on this site I haven't seen anyone mention using any of these. Is anyone using any of those three racks on their Z? I would love to do the hitch idea, it is a shame it is only a custom job and requires cutting into the bumper.

11-18-2013, 12:27 PM	#4 (permalink)
slumpey Base Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: USA Posts: 80 Drives: 2011 Nissan 370Z 7AT Rep Power: 14	As an alternative (not hitch), I have the SeaSucker Talon. Been using it for 2 years without any issues. Check their website...Talon \| SeaSucker. My review from a thread on this forum: How to carry a bicycle? bike rack question Last edited by slumpey; 11-18-2013 at 12:29 PM.

11-18-2013, 12:36 PM	#5 (permalink)
Meulen A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Romeoville, IL Posts: 1,093 Drives: 2010 370z 40th Rep Power: 3390	"IF" I were to carry bikes on the Z I would do the trailer hitch mod in the DIY section and use a Thule 910XTR. Possibly a Seasucker if I could see and test one first. I'm about as particular about my bikes as I am my Z. To be honest, some of my bicycles are aproaching similar cost as my Z between the bike and mods. So I'm a little more particular. I don't want any rack that clamps my frame in any way, and I don't go with any rack that is substandard on quality. I've got a lot invested in my bikes and vehicles to go cheap on them. __________________ Follow my build thread here: Meulens Build Journal

11-18-2013, 05:31 PM	#6 (permalink)
NiñaBonitaZ Base Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 34 Drives: 09 370Z Sport AT7 Rep Power: 16	I'm using a SeaSucker too. I'm happy with it. __________________ Dr. David de la Llata 2014 Solid Red 370Z 7AT, Touring, Sport, Navig

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