Hello, I am a thule partner seller in Brazil and I work with this model, some of my customers reported noise in the accessory, which was located that the middle of the safety cable hits the internal walls of the accessory thus making a louder noise. If someone says that to you, it's probably the same problem. I've already informed thule about what happened.
Hello Natanael from Brazil, Appreciate the info and heads up, nice having people like you willing to share experiences. Its how racks get improved. Be safe! Gordon
I like the bike rack which looks sturdy and no risk of paint work rub. Unfortunately I can't find any Thule bars for a BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe and so will be forced to go with BMW bars. Think this rack will work with them? Based in the UK
Thule should have a fitguide for all the vehicles within your region. While I am pretty sure BMW bars are the same in North America and the UK, its always best to check as I have not been over the pond. So in otherward, Yes I do think, but I don't know....Ya know? Thanks for the question!
nice video! am I understanding this correctly that there is no lock on the fork release lever? that seems like a major design flaw...allowing for anyone to easily press down that lever to release the bike (the cable lock in the back isn't good enough protection).
I wondered that myself, I think with the nature of a Thru-Axle, previous models didn't do a good job of securing the bike as anyone could undo the axle and lift the bike off. No cable lock is great theft prevention from a prepared thief. Generally I recommend adding beefier locks to the bike and roof rack when you are parked for long periods of time, just remember to remove said lock when you drive.
Can you leave the thru axle adapter tube clamped onto the carrier, and just slide the axle in and tighten it down? In other words, not have to pull the adapter tube off each time?
Hello. Yes, alternatively, the axle adapter can be left in the front clamp, however, most find loading the bike with the adapter preinstalled is easier. Thanks.
I’m curious how to better secure the bike. Yakima seems to have a lock on the thru axle and also the clamp. Is there such a method I’m missing for the TopRide?
I can see some advantages of the fork lock mechanism in terms of loading the bike however the security looks pretty terrible. Firstly the diameter of that cable lock is so thin that it will provide negligible security. (Not a major problem as could add another cable lock.) Second and biggest problem is that there is absolutely nothing to stop a potential thief from de-latching the front forks. Then when they realise there is a lock on the back they will likely just let the bike drop! I'm wondering how many people will come back to a damaged bike hanging of the side of their car and whole load of damage to the side of their car also? For a £200plus bike rack this is a big oversight that could have been easily resolved.
Hello. Thanks for the feedback. The integrated cable lock is a low level deterrent, for those with high value bikes or in high risk environments, we'd definitely recommend adding additional security. Thanks again!
Hello. The Thule square-headed bolt can slide into the end of the JetStream bar, compressing the rubber, no need to cut the rubber, sometimes soapy water will help ease the positioning by reducing the grip of the rubber. Thanks!
I'm debating between the TopRide and Upride for a LR Discovery which is fairly tall SUV, which one is going to have the easiest process considering taking the wheel off and mounting the bike on a tall SUV. Do you recommend in this case the TopRide to make it easier to lift the bike up and lower profile and better secure connection?
I have only one Thule Up ride and we use it for short distances. For long roads through the mountains i'm thinking about this Top ride as the second one. As standard we use to go out with only one bike on the roof and the other one inside the car (I live in a building where it's not possible to go inside the garage with anything on the roof). For sure on every week routine it's less annoying manage the bike without remove any wheel. If you drive on perfect roads, Up ride, if not, Up ride seems safer.
@@arquivo225 I ended up with top ride and couldn't be happier. It's rock solid and it's a little easier to get the bike up on top of my SUV which is really tall. It also has a lower profile to avoid some tall branches or things up high on the road but yes it doesn't fit in the garage for sure.
Hello. Due to the direct connection to the front forks, the TopRide is a ridged connection while the UpRide's compression of the front tire is safe and stable, it's not as strong as the TopRides. Thanks!
I can't find anything that confirms a Lefty with the Topride. In the past a Lefty adapter was needed for previous Fork Mounted bike racks. www.rackattack.com/rooftop-bike-racks/thule-thru-axle-adapter-lefty/ When it comes to the Topride this is what Thule provides for Bike fitment: Easily mount Thru-axle bikes (9-15mm) and standard Quick-release bikes (9 mm). Fits 20x110mm Thru-axle bikes with an additional adapter (sold separately).
Hello, Consider an upright carrier instead as the TopRide is approved for axles no wider than 110mm, here are all the approved fits: Ø12 x 100mm Thru Axle Ø12 x 110mm Thru Axle 9mm captive Ø15 x 110mm Thru Axle Ø15 x 100mm Here's the manual: www.thule.com/-/s/approved/std.lang.all/19/56/841956.pdf
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Thank you for taking the time to fully explain how to install and use this rack. 🙏🏼
Hello. You're welcome, thanks for the feedback!
Hello, I am a thule partner seller in Brazil and I work with this model, some of my customers reported noise in the accessory, which was located that the middle of the safety cable hits the internal walls of the accessory thus making a louder noise. If someone says that to you, it's probably the same problem. I've already informed thule about what happened.
Hello Natanael from Brazil,
Appreciate the info and heads up, nice having people like you willing to share experiences. Its how racks get improved.
Be safe!
Gordon
Please do a demo review of the thule fastride with adapter for the same bike. Thanks!
We are publishing a demo of the FastRide in just a few days, so stay tuned. It won't be the exact same bike though.
@@rackattack It looks like this rack should be compatible with the tesla model 3 crossbars because the t-channels look compatible. Is that the case?
@@xanmas that’s what I’m trying to find out myself lol. Any luck?
Very useful thank you!!
I like the bike rack which looks sturdy and no risk of paint work rub. Unfortunately I can't find any Thule bars for a BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe and so will be forced to go with BMW bars. Think this rack will work with them?
Based in the UK
Thule should have a fitguide for all the vehicles within your region. While I am pretty sure BMW bars are the same in North America and the UK, its always best to check as I have not been over the pond. So in otherward, Yes I do think, but I don't know....Ya know?
Thanks for the question!
nice video! am I understanding this correctly that there is no lock on the fork release lever? that seems like a major design flaw...allowing for anyone to easily press down that lever to release the bike (the cable lock in the back isn't good enough protection).
I wondered that myself, I think with the nature of a Thru-Axle, previous models didn't do a good job of securing the bike as anyone could undo the axle and lift the bike off. No cable lock is great theft prevention from a prepared thief. Generally I recommend adding beefier locks to the bike and roof rack when you are parked for long periods of time, just remember to remove said lock when you drive.
Can you leave the thru axle adapter tube clamped onto the carrier, and just slide the axle in and tighten it down? In other words, not have to pull the adapter tube off each time?
Hello. Yes, alternatively, the axle adapter can be left in the front clamp, however, most find loading the bike with the adapter preinstalled is easier. Thanks.
I’m curious how to better secure the bike. Yakima seems to have a lock on the thru axle and also the clamp. Is there such a method I’m missing for the TopRide?
Hello. The primary security for the bicycle is the tray-integrated cable, here are details: ruclips.net/video/3myd0I_5bBA/видео.html Thanks!
I can see some advantages of the fork lock mechanism in terms of loading the bike however the security looks pretty terrible.
Firstly the diameter of that cable lock is so thin that it will provide negligible security. (Not a major problem as could add another cable lock.)
Second and biggest problem is that there is absolutely nothing to stop a potential thief from de-latching the front forks. Then when they realise there is a lock on the back they will likely just let the bike drop! I'm wondering how many people will come back to a damaged bike hanging of the side of their car and whole load of damage to the side of their car also? For a £200plus bike rack this is a big oversight that could have been easily resolved.
Hello. Thanks for the feedback. The integrated cable lock is a low level deterrent, for those with high value bikes or in high risk environments, we'd definitely recommend adding additional security. Thanks again!
I have Yakima jet stream bars and I’ve tried installing the Thule topside. Do I have to cut the plastic on the T inserts for this to fit?
Hello. The Thule square-headed bolt can slide into the end of the JetStream bar, compressing the rubber, no need to cut the rubber, sometimes soapy water will help ease the positioning by reducing the grip of the rubber. Thanks!
What about on the AeroEdge Bar, does it require cutting the rubber strip?
I'm debating between the TopRide and Upride for a LR Discovery which is fairly tall SUV, which one is going to have the easiest process considering taking the wheel off and mounting the bike on a tall SUV. Do you recommend in this case the TopRide to make it easier to lift the bike up and lower profile and better secure connection?
Hello. Removing the weight of the front wheel will definitely make lifting a bike just that much easier. Thanks!
I have only one Thule Up ride and we use it for short distances. For long roads through the mountains i'm thinking about this Top ride as the second one. As standard we use to go out with only one bike on the roof and the other one inside the car (I live in a building where it's not possible to go inside the garage with anything on the roof). For sure on every week routine it's less annoying manage the bike without remove any wheel. If you drive on perfect roads, Up ride, if not, Up ride seems safer.
@@arquivo225 I ended up with top ride and couldn't be happier. It's rock solid and it's a little easier to get the bike up on top of my SUV which is really tall. It also has a lower profile to avoid some tall branches or things up high on the road but yes it doesn't fit in the garage for sure.
between the thule topride and upride, wich of the two have the strongest bike connection??
Hello. Due to the direct connection to the front forks, the TopRide is a ridged connection while the UpRide's compression of the front tire is safe and stable, it's not as strong as the TopRides. Thanks!
Is the tslot compatible with the Yakima Jetstream and is it included with the rack? Thanks
The Topride comes with the T-Bolts and the slots on all Yakima and Thule products I have tried are compatible!
On the thumbnail there's a wheel next to the fork. How does that wheel connect?
Hello. The Thule Wheel Fork: ruclips.net/video/ancPVL2CBhg/видео.html
OK for a carbon fork (unlike the outride)?
Hello. Yes, the TopRide is approved for carbon fiber fork tips. Thanks!
@@rackattack Thank you!
I think the manual says Carbon Fiber 9mm quick release is not ok, but through-axle are ok, is this correct?
Does this work with a Cannondale Lefty fork?
I can't find anything that confirms a Lefty with the Topride. In the past a Lefty adapter was needed for previous Fork Mounted bike racks.
www.rackattack.com/rooftop-bike-racks/thule-thru-axle-adapter-lefty/
When it comes to the Topride this is what Thule provides for Bike fitment:
Easily mount Thru-axle bikes (9-15mm) and standard Quick-release bikes (9 mm). Fits 20x110mm Thru-axle bikes with an additional adapter (sold separately).
what about wider forks? like 142mm
Hello,
Consider an upright carrier instead as the TopRide is approved for
axles no wider than 110mm, here are all the approved fits:
Ø12 x 100mm Thru Axle
Ø12 x 110mm Thru Axle
9mm captive
Ø15 x 110mm Thru Axle
Ø15 x 100mm
Here's the manual:
www.thule.com/-/s/approved/std.lang.all/19/56/841956.pdf