There seems to be limited options for a roof mounted bike rack for the Model 3, so after seeing a thread on “Seasuckers”, it was mentioned that the Rockbros bike Rack was a cheaper but comparable version. On seeing a few being used by Model 3 owners I decided to buy one via EBay (£129.99). The one I chose allows 2 bikes to be mounted.
The item arrived in less than 2 days (distributor in the UK) and on unpacking I was pleasantly surprised with the quality of the item. The box contained the main rack with x4 suction cups for mounting the front forks, x2 single suction cups for the rear wheel mount and x2 straps for holding the crank in place. All x6 suction cups had plastic protective covers fitted.
The rack is very simple to fit. I started by lining up the bike to where I wanted to position it on the roof. I then wet the suction cups on the main mount, put it where I wanted on the roof and then applying a small amount of pressure to each cup, pressed the pressure valve in and out until the white line disappeared (as per the instructions), this meant the cup was now secured to the roof glass, then did this 3 more times. I then roughly positioned the rear suction cup and mounted the bikes forks to the main rack, using the quick release I secured the forks in position. I then correctly positioned the rear suction cup so the bike rear wheel sat correctly, then applied pressure to the cup and pressed the valve until the cup was secure to the rear boot lid. I then secured the wheel with the Velcro strap to the suction cup.
Prior to doing all of the above I cleaned the roof section and boot lid, plus applied water to the cups to support adherence. I also checked all the bolts on the rack to make sure they were secure (for my own OCD).
It was then time to take the car for a test drive. I have to admit that I was very nervous / cautious. There was some movement, but just a little bit of wobble from the bike, but the more I drove the more confident I felt in the rack. After the drive I checked it and it was as secure as it was before the drive.
I’m impressed so far, it’s easy to fit, seems secure, looks quite good and is reasonably well priced.
Excuse for pics below:
The item arrived in less than 2 days (distributor in the UK) and on unpacking I was pleasantly surprised with the quality of the item. The box contained the main rack with x4 suction cups for mounting the front forks, x2 single suction cups for the rear wheel mount and x2 straps for holding the crank in place. All x6 suction cups had plastic protective covers fitted.
The rack is very simple to fit. I started by lining up the bike to where I wanted to position it on the roof. I then wet the suction cups on the main mount, put it where I wanted on the roof and then applying a small amount of pressure to each cup, pressed the pressure valve in and out until the white line disappeared (as per the instructions), this meant the cup was now secured to the roof glass, then did this 3 more times. I then roughly positioned the rear suction cup and mounted the bikes forks to the main rack, using the quick release I secured the forks in position. I then correctly positioned the rear suction cup so the bike rear wheel sat correctly, then applied pressure to the cup and pressed the valve until the cup was secure to the rear boot lid. I then secured the wheel with the Velcro strap to the suction cup.
Prior to doing all of the above I cleaned the roof section and boot lid, plus applied water to the cups to support adherence. I also checked all the bolts on the rack to make sure they were secure (for my own OCD).
It was then time to take the car for a test drive. I have to admit that I was very nervous / cautious. There was some movement, but just a little bit of wobble from the bike, but the more I drove the more confident I felt in the rack. After the drive I checked it and it was as secure as it was before the drive.
I’m impressed so far, it’s easy to fit, seems secure, looks quite good and is reasonably well priced.
Excuse for pics below:
