Bike Transport retrofit
Hi chaps, chapesses and chaplets
Just had the bike transport hitch retrofit - fit
I was expecting to see 55kg 2 bikes max on the sticker ?? as I was under the impression that the retrofit max weight was reduced when compared to the factory fit ?
However.. Once fitted I have 75kg 3 bikes max denoted ?
So... is this the wrong sticker on the retrofit item ? Or am I ok for 75KG 3 Bikes max as it suggests ?
I presume either a 55kg or 75kg max hitch takes into account the carrier and bike weight combined.
lastly, the sticker seems to suggest a maximum depth for a bike rack of 300mm ??? which would be enough for 2 bikes, but not 3 ???
Just had the bike transport hitch retrofit - fit
I was expecting to see 55kg 2 bikes max on the sticker ?? as I was under the impression that the retrofit max weight was reduced when compared to the factory fit ?
However.. Once fitted I have 75kg 3 bikes max denoted ?
So... is this the wrong sticker on the retrofit item ? Or am I ok for 75KG 3 Bikes max as it suggests ?
I presume either a 55kg or 75kg max hitch takes into account the carrier and bike weight combined.
lastly, the sticker seems to suggest a maximum depth for a bike rack of 300mm ??? which would be enough for 2 bikes, but not 3 ???
I have had just has a delaer fitted rack too and it has the same sticker as you. presumably no accident.
I believe the 75kg refers to the load on the hook, which includes the rack weight. Though there is a lot of confusion..
There is another thread
viewtopic.php?f=8&t=499
The 330mm is for three bikes (if I understand the stickers correctly) whereas it is 225mm for two bikes (see picture in other thread)
I believe the 75kg refers to the load on the hook, which includes the rack weight. Though there is a lot of confusion..
There is another thread
viewtopic.php?f=8&t=499
The 330mm is for three bikes (if I understand the stickers correctly) whereas it is 225mm for two bikes (see picture in other thread)
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My new car has the new 75kg sticker, which was a pleasant surprise.
Just in case anyone thinks this is only when retrofitted.
Just in case anyone thinks this is only when retrofitted.
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I know what you mean..
We do a lot of cycling and used Thule roof carriers in the past.. This VW fit is the only solid option for the ID.3 though.
On the plus side, its super neat, with the electrics and mount protected from the elements by the number plate, its really quick to attach the ball hitch and it also comes with additional software including an update for the reversing camera.
Its quite a big job to install it.
The cheaper option would be something like a 'Saris Bones' device
My car (when it arrives) doesn’t have the bike prep, am I reading this thread correctly in that this can be completely retro fitted?
I did look at the Saris Bones, has anyone tried this or found another frame that works on the ID3?
I did look at the Saris Bones, has anyone tried this or found another frame that works on the ID3?
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Correct, can be retrofitted. When I had mine the retrofit was £600 more than factory option. I believe that price differential has subsequently reduced since the factory fit has gone up.
From memory (I could be wrong) VW do not recommend hanging racks off the back.
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January 2022.
Pod Point Solo 3 Home Charger.
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Thanks folks. Yes I’ve read on a few bike rack websites that the ID3 is not rack-able.
I might have to bite the retrofit bullet, or buy a Brompton to put in the boot
I might have to bite the retrofit bullet, or buy a Brompton to put in the boot
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Hypervolt & 6.4k solar with 10k battery
ID3 Max Moonstone & Bike rack - Order #31554***
Week 45 22 est. Then 2023 wk 17 and then 2023 wk 14 now (may 23) it's here!
Hypervolt & 6.4k solar with 10k battery
I’ve got roof bars - and used a roof top box with absolutely no problems (bars by Farad) but there are folk here who’ll say it’ll invalidate your warranty etc…
That’s maybe a debate for another thread.
However, there are mounting lugs/markers for roof bars - but as Vw don’t sell them they are sniffed at.
I’m happy with them for the odd (every few months) journey - but maybe not every week.
That’s maybe a debate for another thread.
However, there are mounting lugs/markers for roof bars - but as Vw don’t sell them they are sniffed at.
I’m happy with them for the odd (every few months) journey - but maybe not every week.
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Casparh, do you mean the id3 transport hitch? If so, ring around a few VW dealers - I found my supplying dealer quoted a stupid price, another not-local dealer did the the job for ~£900 IIRC. They also did a very neat installation. Many dealers subcontract this type of work to peripatetic towbar specialists: if so, it's important to ensure that whoever does it, knows to do the coding properly
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That's what I was after, thanks. I'm guessing that the £900 doesn't include the cost of a bike carrier?SinglePointSafety wrote: ↑Sat Dec 31, 2022 3:19 pm Casparh, do you mean the id3 transport hitch? If so, ring around a few VW dealers - I found my supplying dealer quoted a stupid price, another not-local dealer did the the job for ~£900 IIRC. They also did a very neat installation. Many dealers subcontract this type of work to peripatetic towbar specialists: if so, it's important to ensure that whoever does it, knows to do the coding properly