Thule Vertex 4 Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2013 Chevrolet Sonic- Video
Today on our 2013 Chevy Sonic, we'll be test fitting the Thule Vertex 4 Bike Carrier, part number TH9029. Now to begin our test fit, we'll slide the shank of the carrier into the opening of the hitch. Line up our pin holes, thread our anti-rattle bolt through the pin holes, and tighten with a wrench. Now, we'll go ahead and go over a few clearance measurements to see how the bike carrier and this vehicle will fit together. There is about 11-1/2 inches of ground clearance. The closest part of the carrier to the closest part of the vehicle here at the rear bumper is about 3-1/2 inches. more
2/27/2013 4:02:37 PM
Thule Hitching Post Pro Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2013 Chevrolet Sonic- Video
Today on our 2013 Chevy Sonic, well be test fitting the Thule Hitching Post Pro, part number TH934XTR. Now to begin our test fit, well slide the shank of the carrier into opening of the hitch, line up our pinholes, thread our anti-rattle bolt through the pinholes and tighten with a wrench. Now well go ahead and go over a few clearance measurements to see how the bike carrier and this vehicle will fit together. There is 11 inches of ground clearance. The closest part of the carrier to the closest part of the vehicle is about 7 inches. With the cradle arms folded down, weve added about 16 inches to the overall length of the vehicle. Well then pull the pin in the top of the mast to swing the cradle arms out and well measure from the trunk of the vehicle to the end of the cradle arms and well get a measurement of 42 inches. more
2/27/2013 4:02:20 PM
Thule Doubletrack Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2013 Chevrolet Sonic- Video
Today on our 2013 Chevy Sonic, well be test fitting the Thule Doubletrack Platform-Style 2 Bike Carrier, part number TH990XT. Now to begin our test, well slide the shank of the carrier into the opening of the hitch, line up our pinholes, thread our anti-rattle bolt through the pinholes and tighten with a wrench. Now well go ahead and go over a few clearance measurements to see how the bike carrier and this vehicle will fit together. There is about 10 inches of ground clearance. The closest part of the vehicle to the closest part of the carrier is about 4 inches. With the platform folded up, weve added about 11 inches to the overall length of the vehicle. Well then lift up the grey handle at the base of the carrier to tilt the platform down and well measure from the vehicles rear bumper to the end of the platform and we get a measurement of 30 inches. To load the bike, well slide over the grey handle at the base of the mast to raise it in its upright position. more
2/27/2013 4:02:16 PM
Swagman Titan Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2013 Chevrolet Sonic- Video
Today on our 2013 Chevy Sonic, well be test fitting the Swagman Titan 4 Bike Carrier, part number S63410. Now this vehicle is equipped with a Class I hitch, so you will be limited to two bikes. Now to begin our test fit, well slide the shank of the carrier into the opening of the hitch, line up our pin holes, thread our anti-rattle bolt through the pin holes, and tighten with a wrench. Now well go ahead and go over a few clearance measurements to see how the bike carrier and this vehicle will fit together. We have about 11 and a half inches of ground clearance. Closest part of the carrier to the closest part of the vehicle here at the rear bumper is about eight and a half inches. more
2/26/2013 9:13:21 AM
Kuat Sherpa Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2013 Chevrolet Sonic- Video
Today on our 2013 Chevy Sonic, well be test fitting the Kuat Sherpa Aluminum 2 Bike Carrier, part number S102. Now to begin our test fit, well slide the shank of the carrier into the opening of the hitch, line up our pin holes, turn the black T-handle at the base of the carrier to engage our anti-rattle device, and then thread the pin through the pin holes and secure the lock on the other side. Now well go ahead and go over a few clearance measurements to see how the bike carrier and this vehicle will fit together. There is about 11 and a half inches of ground clearance. Closest part of the carrier to the closest part of the vehicle here at the rear bumper is about two and a half inches. With the platform folded up, weve added about 13 inches to the overall length of the vehicle. more
2/26/2013 9:13:16 AM
Hollywood Racks Traveler Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2013 Chevrolet Sonic- Video
Today on our 2013 Chevy Sonic well be test fitting the Hollywood Racks Traveler 4-Bike Carrier, part number HR8500. Now to begin our test fit well slide the shank of the carrier into the opening of the hitch, line up our pinholes, throw out our anti-rattle bolt through the pinholes and tighten with a wrench. Now well go ahead and go over a few clearance measurements to see how the bike carrier and this vehicle will fit together. Theres about 11 inches of ground clearance. The closest part of the carrier to the closest part of the vehicle here at the rear bumper is about 6 inches. With the cradle arms folded down weve added about 9 inches to the overall length of the vehicle. more
2/26/2013 9:13:07 AM
Hollywood Racks Sport Rider Recumbent Bike Rack Review - 2013 Chevrolet Sonic- Video
Today on our 2013 Chevy Sonic well be test fitting the Hollywood Racks Sport Rider 2-Bike Carrier for Recumbents, part number HR1000R. To begin our test fit well slide the shank of the carrier into the opening of the hitch, line up our pinholes, throw out our anti-rattle bolt through the pinhole and tighten with a wrench. Now well go ahead and go over a few clearance measurements to see how the bike carrier and this vehicle will fit together. Theres about 11 inches of ground clearance. The closest part of the carrier to the closest part of the vehicle here at the vehicles trunk is about 7 inches, and from the vehicles rear bumper to the end of the platform is about 28 inches. To access the cargo area well fold down the platform and the mast by pulling the three pins at the base of the carrier. more
2/25/2013 9:13:02 PM
