RockyMounts Roof Bike Racks Review - 2006 Honda CR-V rky1270 Video

Review of the RockyMounts Roof Bike Racks on a 2006 Honda CR-V rky1270

Today on our 2006 Honda CRV we're going to be test fitting the Rocky Mounts Switch Hitter Bike Rack, part number RKY1270. We already have a bike installed on the rack, let's take a closer look and show off some of the features. How is this attached to the bike rack, we're going to have two points of contact with no frame contact at all. Instead we'll have a rear wheel strap which is adjustable to… see more >

Explore Expert Info

Most Popular

Videos

Help Articles

Expert Answers

Roadmaster FuseMaster Fuse Bypass Switch Installation - 2014 Honda CR-V

SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO Braking System Installation - 2014 Honda CR-V

Best 2014 Honda CR-V Tow Bar Braking System Options

RoadMaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar Installation - 2016 GMC Canyon

Blue Ox Patriot Portable Braking System Installation - 2022 Ford F-150

Review of Blue Ox Tow Bar Braking Systems - Patriot Portable Braking System - BLU37TR

Choosing the Right Trailer Wiring

Roadmaster Tow Bar Wiring - Splices into Vehicle Wiring - RM-15267 Review

Roadmaster Motor Home Mount Tow Bars Extended D-Ring Bumper Mounts Adapter Review

Blue Ox Aftermarket Off-Road Bumper Adapter Review

Blue Ox Patriot Radio Frequency Portable Braking System Review

etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar Review

Rooftop Cargo Carriers

How to Choose the Right Trailer Hitch Class

Roadmaster Vehicle Specific Base Plates

Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)

Trailer Wiring Diagrams

Must-Have Flat Towing Components

My Trailer Hitch Doesn't Fit

How to Choose a High-Low Adapter

We Used 34 RV Tow Bars, and These are the Best for Flat Towing

Roof Rack Information

Flat Towing Package for 2018 Jeep Wrangler JL and JL Unlimited

The Definitive, Step-by-Step Flat Towing Setup Guide

Choosing Between the Brake Buddy Select 3 and the Blue Ox Patriot Supplemental Braking System

When it comes to choosing between the Blue Ox Patriot #BLU37TR and the Brake Buddy Select 3 #HM39524, these systems are extremely similar in their setup and functionality. Both of these systems provide proportional braking in a compact and easy to…

view full answer...

Which is Better Roadmaster or Blue Ox Tow Bar

Both the Roadmaster and Blue Ox tow bars are great options. But if it was my decision to make I would go with the Blue Ox Avail part #BX7420 as we have found that the Blue Ox tow bars are a little easier to connect and disconnect from. Also this tow…

view full answer...

What is the Difference Between a Class II and a Class III Hitch?

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

view full answer...

What is the Difference Between the Blue Ox Patriot BRK2019 & BRK2022?

Gladly! The difference between the Blue Ox Patriot 3 Radio Frequency, Portable Braking System BRK2019 and the Blue Ox Patriot Radio Frequency, Portable Braking System #BLU37TR is that the Blue Ox Patriot 3 RBRK2019 is older, no longer available, and…

view full answer...

Blue Ox Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2022 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon

Hey Mark, so the correct Blue Ox base plate kit to use with the Blue Ox Ascent tow bar part #BX4375. is the part #BLU53FR. For lighting you can use #C96JR, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing as this plugs inline with the…

view full answer...

What Roof Rack Kits Will Work with the RetraxPRO XR Hard Tonneau Covers

Yes, I have listed for your below the roof rack systems from Rhino-Rack, Thule, and Yakima that will fit the RetraxPRO XR Hard Tonneau Covers like part #RTT-80243 for your 2019 Ram 1500. Rhino-Rack Vortex Crossbar System part #RRVA180B-RRRLT600…

view full answer...

Can I Use A Tow Bar With The 2" Hitch On A 2006 Ford E350 Van?

Hello Curtis. You can absolutely use an RV mount tow bar with your 2006 Ford E350 Van. For example, the Blue Ox Avail Non-Binding Tow Bar #BX7420 is compatible with any 2" hitch receiver. This could be on a motorhome, van or pickup truck. As…

view full answer...

Does The Demco Baseplate #DM77YV Require That You Trim The Air Shutters/Dam On A Ford Maverick

The instructions for the Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit #DM77YV are being added to page but I'll also send them to you separately. In the instructions they only show that the air dam needs a chunk cut out and that the shutters would remain. The…

view full answer...

Comparing The Roadmaster Invisibrake And Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Supplemental Braking Systems

There are a few differences between the Demco Demco Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System w/ Wireless Coachlink Monitor #DM86VR and the Roadmaster InvisiBrake Supplemental Braking System #RM-8700. The biggest difference between the two is…

view full answer...

Complete Flat Towing Setup for a 2024 Ford Maverick

Although it's not said, to install the Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit #DM77YV there may be some trimming of spoiler, air dam, grille or plastic fascia required depending on the model of this vehicle. To complete your flat towing setup, you're…

view full answer...

How Does The Blue Ox Patriot System Get Signal To Apply Brakes

The Blue Ox Patriot Portable Braking System - Proportional #BLU37TR, uses a 12V powered remote that wirelessly connects to the 12V powered braking unit. This wireless remote has an inertia-based sensor in it that can sense the braking of the towing…

view full answer...

Comparing the Blue Ox Patriot 2 and Patriot BLU37TR Portable Braking Systems

There is one key difference between the Blue Ox Patriot 2 Portable Braking System part BRK2016 and the Blue Ox Patriot 3 Portable Braking System part #BLU37TR. The difference is an extra safety measure built into the Patriot. The Patriot #BLU37TR has…

view full answer...