1UP bike rack with 4 bikes barely fits for Supercharging

[mikevbf]

This has probably been covered, but I just got back from a beach trip with 4 bikes on a 1UP and was able to supercharge just barely without having to take bikes or rack off (and no there was not enough space to pull sideways along the chargers):

 

[zjfk2]

sometimes the Tesla only sign is placed right at the curb and you have to take bikes off and fold the rack up to charge. I have come across this a couple of times in the southeast.

 

[Evoforce]

Thanks for the info.

 

[tc521]

I’m looking at the 1 Up rack currently but in only the 2 bike form. Based on this I’m feeling more positive about being able to supercharge with it attached.

Anyone have experience with the 2 bike setup and superchargering?

 

[dhrivnak]

If you think a bike rack is bad try pulling a trailer for a major headache.

 

[masam]

@mikevbf - do you have the factory Tesla hitch ? (I do on my X). Was the weight of the 4 bikes and the 1UP carrier under 120 pounds ? I’m struggling with this situation as the weight of our 4 bikes alone is over 120, which for us makes the hitch useless as a bike carrier. I’d be interested in hearing your experience with this. Thanks !

 

[Bogobec]

@mikevbf - do you have the factory Tesla hitch ? (I do on my X). Was the weight of the 4 bikes and the 1UP carrier under 120 pounds ? I’m struggling with this situation as the weight of our 4 bikes alone is over 120, which for us makes the hitch useless as a bike carrier. I’d be interested in hearing your experience with this. Thanks !

Don't have my X yet, but your comment made me worry and I searched the user manual to make sure.

Depending on your wheel base, you should be able to have up to 500pound Tongue Weight.

 

[Barklikeadog]

yikes I'm surprised it can handle 4

 

[mikevbf]

@mikevbf - do you have the factory Tesla hitch ? (I do on my X). Was the weight of the 4 bikes and the 1UP carrier under 120 pounds ? I’m struggling with this situation as the weight of our 4 bikes alone is over 120, which for us makes the hitch useless as a bike carrier. I’d be interested in hearing your experience with this. Thanks !

this issue has been discussed a lot. Just use the search term "bike rack" in the MX forums. I decided the reason Tesla specified 120 pounds was to be cautious as advised by their lawyers. Still I will admit despite the 1UP being by far more sturdy than any other bike rack I have ever owned (especially as regard zero jiggle factor), all that weight hanging out that far away from the car is demanding. I noticed the bikes bounced over bumps a little more than I was comfortable. So I took it easy and hundreds of miles later so far so good ... I will definitely report back if this setup ever gives me significant issues.

 

[Uncle Paul]

Using your rear camera gives a great feeling of security when towing like this.

Was surprised how rock steady things were when I used a hitch mounted tray.

 

[masam]

Don't have my X yet, but your comment made me worry and I searched the user manual to make sure.

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@Bogobec - Check out this post Trailer vs. Bike Carrier
According to the instructions/warnings printed on the hitch itself, the maximum tongue weight is 121 pounds with two bikes. Not trying to hijack the thread here. I'm just as confused as others and trying to figure out whether it's safe to carry bikes. As was mentioned earlier, there are many discussions about this but no conclusive answer other than buyer beware

 

[Bogobec]

@Bogobec - Check out this post Trailer vs. Bike Carrier
According to the instructions/warnings printed on the hitch itself, the maximum tongue weight is 121 pounds with two bikes. Not trying to hijack the thread here. I'm just as confused as others and trying to figure out whether it's safe to carry bikes. As was mentioned earlier, there are many discussions about this but no conclusive answer other than buyer beware

Thanks! I'm going to have a look at this post. Especially because now that we can't mount anything on the roof because of the falcon wings (unless I try to do some setup with Seasucker mount, and half roof racks), then I'm interested in things like this too: StowAway Cargo Carriers - Versatility in Action.

 

[macacovelho]

I bought the Yakima Tilt, pretty much the same rack as the Tesla one, but cheaper (around 350.00) Love it so far! Only used it with 2 bikes, but it's very stable and sturdy. When I'm not using it, it stores neatly on the bottom part of the trunk. I leave the hitch mount always on.