See the below installation instructions for the 2" heavy duty 1UP Bike Rack
Parts List
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In the Box
- 1UP USA 2” Heavy or Super Duty Rack
- (2) Security Wrench
- Hitch Bar Lock
Product Notes
- Fits 16’’-29’’ wheels, up to 3.1’’ wide. For wider tires, use a Fat Bike Spacer Kit (sold separately).
- Heavy Duty rated to hold up to 50 lb/bike spot. Super Duty rated to hold up to 75 lb/bike spot.
- 2” Heavy Duty Rack offered in double configuration only.
- 2” Super Duty Rack offered in single and double configurations.
- Racks may have addition of 2 Add-Ons (sold separately) maximum. See note below.
Note: For 2” Super Duty Double, with addition of two Add-Ons (sold separately), this rack can hold a maximum of four bikes when all bikes are 50 lb or less. If any bike weighs 51 lb – 75 lb, only one Add-On may be used.
Installation Process
Step 1:
- Remove Rack from box.
- Unfold Hitch parallel with Trays.
- Remove all cardboard supports.
- Remove sticker covering Hitch Bar Ball.
Step 2:
- Position Rack with Hitch Bar facing upwards and place on a stable nonabrasive surface.
- Rotate Blue Levers outward 90°.
Step 3:
- Rotate Trays outward 90° into loading position.
Step 3 cont'd:
- Rotate Blue Levers back into original locking position.
- Ensure Blue Levers are always in locked position when using Rack.
Step 4:
- Insert Rack to desired depth in receiver. Ball must be inserted a minimum of 2’’.
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Silver ball should not stick out front of receiver.
Step 5:
- Pivot Rack into storage position by pulling Black Bar back and lifting upward on Tap Plate.
Note: See Rack Positions below for more information.
Step 6:
- Note: Do not tighten Security Hitch Bolt if Hitch Bar is not inserted into a receiver. Tighten Security Hitch Bolt firmly with gold Security Wrench provided.
Pivoting the Rack
- Pull Black Bar out away from Hitch while lifting on Tap Plate.
- Pivot Rack toward desired position and release Black Bar. Ensure Black Bar fully engages in slots.
- Once Black Bar is engaged, tighten Gold Bar Knob against Black Bar to lock in place.
Warning: Failure to follow above instructions may cause severe damage to bikes and/or bike rack.
Loading Bikes
- On the driver and passenger side, lift Red Lever up parallel with Glide Bar while pulling up on Bent Arm.
Note: Do not move Bent Arms up without lifting Red Lever.
Note: Spool must contact tire within specified range. Bike is not secured in rack if spool is located outside of specified range.
- To adjust spool location, remove hex nut and washer with a ½” wrench.
- Slide bolt out of Spools and re-assemble Spools in desired wheel position, firmly tightening hex nut.
Unloading Bikes
- Compress Bent Arm/Spool into tire slightly while lifting on Red Lever. This relieves pressure and allows Red Lever to easily unlock.
- Pivot Bent Arm away from tire to unload.
- Repeat unloading process on opposite side.
Locking Rack to Vehicle
- Slide Hitch Pin though receiver pin hole and Slotted Hitch Bar.
- Install Lock Head to end of Locking Pin.
Additional Instructions
- Tighten Security Hitch Bolt periodically.
- Remove Rack from receiver at least every two weeks and clean receiver so the Rack does not seize the receiver.
- Remove road debris off nuts and bolts to prevent corrosion.
- Inspect hardware on Rack periodically to ensure proper working conditions.
- Certain car wash chemicals may damage Rack finish. Please use caution when cleaning vehicle and/or Rack.
- Failure to follow above instructions, or misuse of bike rack, may void warranty.
Questions or comments? Contact the 1UP support team via email at email@1up-usa.com