EebStrider
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I think that the novelty of having a van for the bikes will wear off after about five minutes, if you don’t take a bike on every journey!
Van internal bike transportation
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I think that the novelty of having a van for the bikes will wear off after about five minutes, if you don’t take a bike on every journey!
Hi looking for flexible bike storage for in my caravan, i came across these three:
www.bike-rack-easyin.com
www.blokpod.co.uk
shop.fix-fork.com
I have no exprience with top two, a friend of me uses the last one and is happy with it
anyone has expirience with any of these or another one?
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I have no exprience with top two, a friend of me uses the last one and is happy with it
anyone has expirience with any of these or another one?
Using a fork mount is by far the best way to carry the bike, and all of your options do that.
How much you want or need to spend achieving that is up to you.
I have a VW T5 and use 2 different types of fork mount. The first one I did I made myself. The T5 has load securing loops secured with 10mm bolts. I removed the load loops and used them to bolt a length of box section across the back of the van, then bought a length of 15mm inner diameter tube and cut it 110mm and welded it onto the box section ( with a riser). I have another bar similarly bolted across the front loading points. Another fork mount is mounted indirectly on that. This time I bought ready made ally fork mounts 15mm/110 from a bike rack company ( Pendle Bike Racks) and mounted them on relatively short lengths of box section using car spot/fog light holders ( the type that bolt to bull bars). One of those arrangement is fixed to the more forward cross bar in the van on the opposite side to the rear one. I have 2 others I use when storing the bikes at home, this time mounted on short lengths of timber.
Be aware that mounting even 2 mtb bikes side by side will not work most of the time due to the bar width. Kids bikes or road bikes with drop bars will work side by side. I mount one bike with the fork mount at the back of the van and other with the fork mount forward in the van to overcome that.
One of the options you listed enables the fork mount to be angled on the support bar. That helps overcome the bars clashing but the bike frame rather than the forks then takes most of the sideways strain, and with a EMTB that is quite a lot! Having the bike in line with the forks square is better in my view.
How much you want or need to spend achieving that is up to you.
I have a VW T5 and use 2 different types of fork mount. The first one I did I made myself. The T5 has load securing loops secured with 10mm bolts. I removed the load loops and used them to bolt a length of box section across the back of the van, then bought a length of 15mm inner diameter tube and cut it 110mm and welded it onto the box section ( with a riser). I have another bar similarly bolted across the front loading points. Another fork mount is mounted indirectly on that. This time I bought ready made ally fork mounts 15mm/110 from a bike rack company ( Pendle Bike Racks) and mounted them on relatively short lengths of box section using car spot/fog light holders ( the type that bolt to bull bars). One of those arrangement is fixed to the more forward cross bar in the van on the opposite side to the rear one. I have 2 others I use when storing the bikes at home, this time mounted on short lengths of timber.
Be aware that mounting even 2 mtb bikes side by side will not work most of the time due to the bar width. Kids bikes or road bikes with drop bars will work side by side. I mount one bike with the fork mount at the back of the van and other with the fork mount forward in the van to overcome that.
One of the options you listed enables the fork mount to be angled on the support bar. That helps overcome the bars clashing but the bike frame rather than the forks then takes most of the sideways strain, and with a EMTB that is quite a lot! Having the bike in line with the forks square is better in my view.
I am currently looking into transporting two bikes inside my car aswell. Here are some Links I saved mostly from german companies.
Didn't start measurng so have not bought anything yet. Unfortunately none of them seem particular cheap to just give it a try.
www.bikeinside.de
www.radfazz.de
www.veloboy.de
www.bike-rolly.eu
Didn't start measurng so have not bought anything yet. Unfortunately none of them seem particular cheap to just give it a try.
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veloboy - Transportsystem und Einladehilfe für Fahrräder: veloboy - a loading aid and transport system for bikes in the vehicle interior
veloboy is a system for transporting bicycles easily and conveniently inside the vehicle. Loading is done outside the vehicle and then the veloboy is simply rolled into the car with the bikes. No assembly or modifications to the vehicle are necessary!
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BIKE ROLLY
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They all comprise a fork mount on a cross member in one way or another. As I mentioned above DIY is cheap and simple. Here is one of my "home" fork mounts.....total cost £20. Ally 15x110 tube from Pendle Bike racks and 2 spot light mounts off ebay...and a plank of wood. I also have another like this mounted on metal rather than wood. 15/110 tubes (adapter) are listed in one the links above for 15 euros. The bull bar spot light mounts are c 4 euros each on ebay...I use 2 side by side.
EebStrider
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Does anyone know if the VW Caddy will take a couple of ebikes without having to take the wheels off? I just had an offer come through at work to lease one for £120 a month.
Celtic-Predator
Member
I just bought a 2018 Petrol VW Caddy SWB a couple of months ago.
I was able to get two ebikes (a large Merida 160 900e & a medium Cube Stereo 140) in the back without taken the front wheels off. I just used bungee cords to secure the bikes to the top of the plywood.
However I found the larger bike was damaging the fibreboard roof lining, due to the height & angle of the handlebars.
So I got a couple of fork mounts instead, I much prefer this for transporting the two bikes its much more secure.
I was able to get two ebikes (a large Merida 160 900e & a medium Cube Stereo 140) in the back without taken the front wheels off. I just used bungee cords to secure the bikes to the top of the plywood.
However I found the larger bike was damaging the fibreboard roof lining, due to the height & angle of the handlebars.
So I got a couple of fork mounts instead, I much prefer this for transporting the two bikes its much more secure.
Bravestarr
Member
I've also got one of these. I recently bought a Campal camping pod for it too. Micro camper, bike transporter and 45+ mpg.
philuk
Member
I’m gonna be getting mounts that will bolt to the floor and through the front wheel mount in the shock, our van is a camper in the build so I only have so much space!
Just thought I would drop in and show my Berlingo XTR. I drove my self nuts worrying if a bike would fit a berlingo/partner mpv so I figured I'd share. I didn't want a van for a few reasons I wanted seats for the kids, faster speeds, cheaper insurance, ability to blend in, while small enough to get down country lanes with out white knuckles.
My Large megawatt 29/27 rolls straight in plenty of space for 4 people (You can fit in 2 bikes last photo, slide the front seat forward and take out one of the side seats your friend sitting behind the driver). I've added 4 extra LED lights switched to a permanent 12v two inside roof and two on the tail gate to help loading/washing. I also made my own rubber mat but it has a real strong smell (already been outside for 3 weeks) if stays strong it'll have to go. The jerry can is a home-made 12v jet washer. Window tint is ready to go in but I figured I'd take photos now while you can still see inside.
I plan on adding a T4 Fiamma bike boot rack which requires a bit of modification for the kids bikes. Its nice in the fact it can stay on 24/7, doesn't stop access to the rear of the van and the kids bikes just go right on. Like this guy has done;
My Large megawatt 29/27 rolls straight in plenty of space for 4 people (You can fit in 2 bikes last photo, slide the front seat forward and take out one of the side seats your friend sitting behind the driver). I've added 4 extra LED lights switched to a permanent 12v two inside roof and two on the tail gate to help loading/washing. I also made my own rubber mat but it has a real strong smell (already been outside for 3 weeks) if stays strong it'll have to go. The jerry can is a home-made 12v jet washer. Window tint is ready to go in but I figured I'd take photos now while you can still see inside.
I plan on adding a T4 Fiamma bike boot rack which requires a bit of modification for the kids bikes. Its nice in the fact it can stay on 24/7, doesn't stop access to the rear of the van and the kids bikes just go right on. Like this guy has done;
johnc
Active member
What were the mods you had to make to fit the rear rack?
Richywalker64
Active member
Funny reading your post as I bought exactly the same rubber mat, the smell does eventually go after a good while.
I phoned the supplier who recommended washing it with vinegar of all things
I left mine outside in the rain for weeks and washed it several times with and without vinegar but the nothing really worked but the smell does wear off eventually
I phoned the supplier who recommended washing it with vinegar of all things
I left mine outside in the rain for weeks and washed it several times with and without vinegar but the nothing really worked but the smell does wear off eventually
I‘ve designed a 3D printed Mounting Solution for different Forks.
Im selling 3D printed Parts with Shipping within Europe here:
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I can also sell the STL for printing it by yourself for a few bucks ,–)
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I can also sell the STL for printing it by yourself for a few bucks ,–)
This guy covers what to do. Not sure what weight it carries as will all these thing best to double check if you thinking about emtb's.
Funny reading your post as I bought exactly the same rubber mat, the smell does eventually go after a good while.
I phoned the supplier who recommended washing it with vinegar of all things
I left mine outside in the rain for weeks and washed it several times with and without vinegar but the nothing really worked but the smell does wear off eventually
I've google'd getting rid of the smell and my conclusion is washing it etc etc is just busy work only time/airing helps. I've already decided to remove it after smelling how bad it was in the car after only a few hours. It's going on the shed roof and staying there till it no longer reeks (wife has clearly stated no where near the house!) and in the interim throw in this Wood effect Sheet vinyl roll not sure how well it'll hold up but hopefully wont smell like a fetish convention in a heatwave
Lino in the van rubber mat out for now. Annoying because it ate up my time and I really wanted to tint the windows today but I don't want to rush it.
Yes I beleive so taking off the front wheel means you can fit bikes behind the front passenger then just remove 2 rear seats. If I was to do a longer jounery with a friend this is how I'd do it, so they could sit in the front.
JFDI
Active member
I use a Peugeot Rifter (long wheelbase version) as my daily drive.
It's a 7 seater, but you can completely remove the two, 3rd row rear seats, and fold flat the 3 remaining seats which then provides a huge area for biking trips away.
It is possible for 2 bikes to fit upright without removing any wheels.
I have a full sized rear liner fitted (Rhino covers) which is waterproof and wipe clean so mud is not a problem .
I've recently cobbled some wood together to make a bike storage rack.
It's a prototype, work in progress bodge and so far works well. I'm using square type U-bolts and the existing seat restraints to secure it to the floor, seems to work well and is also a quick way of removing the rack should the need arise.
The rack has 3 positions, the centre one is for a day trips where I leave the front wheel on the bike and insert the rear wheel into a support which keeps it very stable. I'm using a bungy cord at the moment but will probably locate/use a velcro strap at some stage.
The 2 outer positions are for 2 bikes for longer trips away/overnight and require removing the front wheels and using the fork dropouts to attach to the rack with the wheel axle bolts.
Apologies for the tip inside the back of the van, but I think it looks kind of homely, cosy and comfortable!
It's a 7 seater, but you can completely remove the two, 3rd row rear seats, and fold flat the 3 remaining seats which then provides a huge area for biking trips away.
It is possible for 2 bikes to fit upright without removing any wheels.
I have a full sized rear liner fitted (Rhino covers) which is waterproof and wipe clean so mud is not a problem .
I've recently cobbled some wood together to make a bike storage rack.
It's a prototype, work in progress bodge and so far works well. I'm using square type U-bolts and the existing seat restraints to secure it to the floor, seems to work well and is also a quick way of removing the rack should the need arise.
The rack has 3 positions, the centre one is for a day trips where I leave the front wheel on the bike and insert the rear wheel into a support which keeps it very stable. I'm using a bungy cord at the moment but will probably locate/use a velcro strap at some stage.
The 2 outer positions are for 2 bikes for longer trips away/overnight and require removing the front wheels and using the fork dropouts to attach to the rack with the wheel axle bolts.
Apologies for the tip inside the back of the van, but I think it looks kind of homely, cosy and comfortable!
I finished up my 2nd hand Fiamma T4 rack, I wasn't happy with the silver/faded red stood out,
So (very much to the wifes dismay) I resprayed it black and 3D printed most of the plastic parts in black plus made a few new bits like the reflector mounts. The rack is for the kids bikes but could probably take 1 ebike (65kg system weight less -9kg for the rack itself) which is handy. Worth noting you'll need to upgrade the gas struts (oem+9kg) just call SGS and they'll supply you with some. I need to make up some mountable lights as the wheels do cover the brakes/indicators. Also limo tinted.
The 12v washer worked a treat today not really a jet wash more a garden hose which is perfect for me and the bike! I took 2 wheels on Large mullet ebikes plus a passenger today in comfort. The ratchet straps are going in the bin they were awkward to use, I just knew I was going to get pinched and sure enough one took a good chunk out my thumbnail, replacing with cambuckle lashes.
the extra cargo lights really worked out well for after dark returns
So (very much to the wifes dismay) I resprayed it black and 3D printed most of the plastic parts in black plus made a few new bits like the reflector mounts. The rack is for the kids bikes but could probably take 1 ebike (65kg system weight less -9kg for the rack itself) which is handy. Worth noting you'll need to upgrade the gas struts (oem+9kg) just call SGS and they'll supply you with some. I need to make up some mountable lights as the wheels do cover the brakes/indicators. Also limo tinted.
The 12v washer worked a treat today not really a jet wash more a garden hose which is perfect for me and the bike! I took 2 wheels on Large mullet ebikes plus a passenger today in comfort. The ratchet straps are going in the bin they were awkward to use, I just knew I was going to get pinched and sure enough one took a good chunk out my thumbnail, replacing with cambuckle lashes.
the extra cargo lights really worked out well for after dark returns
militantmandy
Well-known member
Mine were bolted down by fork mount. This was so I could get them low enough to build a fixed bed above. Worked great. This was in large camper van though, designed for long trips to Europe etc.
JFDI
Active member
I like those cargo lights! Where did you find them please?Which circuit did you splice into? Thanks
JFDI
Active member
Hi R120,
It's a huge volume, mile monster and I've owned it since Feb 2020.
It's a GT line with the 15 diesel engine, which still surprises me as to how quick it gets up to speed for such a large vehicle. MPG is good as I average 48mpg in all conditions, motorway, country roads, hills, etc.
It's versatile with all the seating configurations and also really useful as a general purpose van, especially with the load liner fitted.
Niggles?
The A pillars are a huge blindspot at junctions, corners and roundabouts, but once you develop the 'weeble wobble' you can soon solve the viewing issues.
The square steering wheel takes time to get used to and adjustments are frequent to find a good position. As is the seating position, again finding a sweet spot is a nuisance but you soon get over it.
Overall I'm pleased with it and will certainly be keeping it for a few more years.
I used these www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B09KTSP15F
Which circuit did you splice into? Thanks
I tapped into the permanent live for the tow bar electrics which was in the rear of the car. I made a post about it on the berlingo forum;
Added Interior and Loading lights
I bought my berlingo mainly to haul my MTB. With my other car I found myself in an unlit forest car park using the interior lights to load a bike and it sucked. I knew I wanted to have lots of light f
www.berlingoforum.com
mossy.trails
New Member
Glad I came across this. I am in the process of downsizing from my T5 to a newer vehicle. Berlingo is top of the list at the moment. I was mulling over how best to store my emtb. I guessed middle seat out and fork mount was the way to go, but this is even better!
Alex Ebiker
Member
Considering buying a caddy myself. Do you think you’d be able to store one 1.9m long bike laid down flat without wheel off in the back?.
Hi, I'm about to do the act same thing with a second hand fiamma rack, I contacted SGS about the struts and they've asked if you know what NM force struts you ordered? Also, having trouble downloading the files for the 3d printing end caps etc if you can help in any way?....cheers
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