Help with VE Commodore Roof Mount
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Help with VE Commodore Roof Mount
Postby kunalraiker » Sat Apr 06, 2013 3:27 pm
Given that I know own decent Road Bikes, would like to purchase a roof mount.
The car is VE Berlina, not really sure what is required.
What do I need to get, also what model/brand is good and all doesn't cost an arm and leg.
Also would I be able to install it myself or do I need a mechanic.
Lastly where to buy all the requirements from.
Thanks guys, you've been always helpful with such requests.
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Re: Help with VE Commodore Roof Mount
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Re: Help with VE Commodore Roof Mount
Postby RonK » Sat Apr 06, 2013 4:51 pm
Three reasons why it's a bad idea...kunalraiker wrote:I'am sick and tired of damaging my boot door using a cheap bike stand.
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Re: Help with VE Commodore Roof Mount
Postby clackers » Sat Apr 06, 2013 5:43 pm
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Re: Help with VE Commodore Roof Mount
Postby Dr_Mutley » Sat Apr 06, 2013 5:44 pm
Here's mine on my (POS) VE from a couple of years ago... Still going strong...
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Re: Help with VE Commodore Roof Mount
Postby kunalraiker » Sat Apr 06, 2013 5:46 pm
Dr_Mutley wrote:U sure u wanna go roof?
Why wouldn't I, seems pretty convenient, easy and more secure?
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Re: Help with VE Commodore Roof Mount
Postby Ross » Sat Apr 06, 2013 8:57 pm
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Re: Help with VE Commodore Roof Mount
Postby Dr_Mutley » Sat Apr 06, 2013 9:56 pm
Sorry - Just a simple question... There's many reasons not to go roof... Here's a few I thought up quickly:kunalraiker wrote:Dr_Mutley wrote:U sure u wanna go roof?
Why wouldn't I, seems pretty convenient, easy and more secure?
1) the hassle of putting bikes on roof
2) less secure
3) less protected - more risk of stone damage unless u go to the bother of putting bike bras on
4) takes much longer to put the bikes on & off
5) harder to secure them adequately against theft
6) more wind resistance - poorer fuel economy
7) noisier
height restrictive
9) hassle taking off front wheel then having to store them in the boot, taking up valuable boot space
10) look stupid (ok I was clutching at straws for a 10th!)
EDIT: looking at Ross's post about how about expense as no. 10! YIKES!!
However, I'm sure there are 10 good reasons against a hitch mounted carrier too...
Then u could always just refer to the picture above of 3 mangled bikes, which is the main reason I wouldn't put mine on the roof... As I'm stupid enough to forget they are up there and to destroy them like that poor fella...
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Re: Help with VE Commodore Roof Mount
Postby Ross » Sun Apr 07, 2013 7:27 am
If a car runs up your ar$e then your bike(s) are toast.
More rear overhang, car may not fit in garage with bike rack on and public car parks could be a problem too.
Theft is just as much of a (non) problem with rear mount. Both racks have locks available. Supplement with own bike lock if you want. Nothing is thief proof. Even if you put the bike inside the car someone can break a window or force a lock and steal the bike.
Takes 20 seconds to put a bike on a roof rack and probably less to take it down. One strap for each wheel and an arm that clamps around the down tube of the frame.
Roof racks may be a problem if you are short and/or are weak and are trying to lift a heavy MTB onto it but for an average CF road bike it's very easy.
As far as expense, the cheapest Thule towball mounted rear rack is $399, going up to nearly $1000.
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Re: Help with VE Commodore Roof Mount
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Re: Help with VE Commodore Roof Mount
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Re: Help with VE Commodore Roof Mount
Postby kunalraiker » Sun Apr 07, 2013 11:07 pm
It seems like you drive a flash car, well good for youclackers wrote:Let me get this right ... a Commodore is too classy for a tow bar?
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Re: Help with VE Commodore Roof Mount
Postby Big_Red » Mon Apr 08, 2013 12:01 am
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Re: Help with VE Commodore Roof Mount
Postby clackers » Mon Apr 08, 2013 7:06 am
No, it's not an antique Hispano-Suiza Bearcat, it's a Mazda 6, a mass production car like yours - with a tow bar as well as a roof rack.kunalraiker wrote:It seems like you drive a flash car, well good for youclackers wrote:Let me get this right ... a Commodore is too classy for a tow bar?
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Re: Help with VE Commodore Roof Mount
Postby Dr_Mutley » Mon Apr 08, 2013 11:11 am
Just much better quality than my VE Calais!clackers wrote:No, it's not an antique Hispano-Suiza Bearcat, it's a Mazda 6, a mass production car like yours - with a tow bar as well as a roof rack.kunalraiker wrote:It seems like you drive a flash car, well good for youclackers wrote:Let me get this right ... a Commodore is too classy for a tow bar?
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Re: Help with VE Commodore Roof Mount
Postby spirito » Fri Apr 12, 2013 12:05 pm
Get an older Commodore.kunalraiker wrote:I'am sick and tired of damaging my boot door using a cheap bike stand.
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Re: Help with VE Commodore Roof Mount
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Re: Help with VE Commodore Roof Mount
Postby NhiTrac » Mon Apr 15, 2013 5:35 pm
Good:
- extremely quick to mount/dismount both the system and bike
- no cross bars on the car when not needed
- placement of bike can be a lot lower than traditional roof racks. Eg mine is mounted with front fork at the very rear of the roof where it meets the rear window, with the back wheel on the boot lid.
Bad:
- security is minimal
- that funny gut feeling each time you plod along at 110km/hr with a bike attached to your car using suction cups
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Re: Help with VE Commodore Roof Mount
Postby TomBikes » Mon Apr 15, 2013 8:31 pm
You forgot one good, all the pro teams use them.NhiTrac wrote:I bought a roof mounting system from Seasuckers and it's worked flawlessly for me. I still picture myself on the news/radio having a bike fall off on the motorway each time I use it, but fact is these suck like an angry giant octopus and work as advertised every time.
Good:
- extremely quick to mount/dismount both the system and bike
- no cross bars on the car when not needed
- placement of bike can be a lot lower than traditional roof racks. Eg mine is mounted with front fork at the very rear of the roof where it meets the rear window, with the back wheel on the boot lid.
Bad:
- security is minimal
- that funny gut feeling each time you plod along at 110km/hr with a bike attached to your car using suction cups
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