{"product_id":"porte-velos-de-coffre-acier-universel-berline","title":"Universal Steel Trunk-Mounted Bike Rack for Sedans","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSteel trunk-mounted bike rack: set off with your bikes without changing cars\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are weekends when you give up because the bikes won't fit, and those when you set off anyway. This steel \u003cstrong\u003etrunk-mounted bike rack\u003c\/strong\u003e belongs to the latter category: a tubular structure that straps onto the rear of a sedan or compact car, adjusts to the bodywork, and leaves the interior completely free. No wheel removal, no grease-covered seat covers: the \u003cstrong\u003ebike rack for sedans\u003c\/strong\u003e is loaded in three minutes in the parking lot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA tubular steel structure designed for travel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe choice of steel is no coincidence for this type of support: it is the material that best withstands bending forces when two bikes bounce around at the rear on a rough road. The tubes are painted, red and black complement each other on the arms and on the contact pads, and the whole thing folds flat to sleep in the trunk between outings. That is what is expected of a \u003cstrong\u003erear car bike rack\u003c\/strong\u003e: to be solid in use, discreet when stored.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe support points are padded so as not to mark the paint, and the arms are adjustable to follow the slope of the bodywork rather than forcing against it. A well-positioned \u003cstrong\u003etrunk-mounted bike rack\u003c\/strong\u003e distributes its load over three areas, never on a single point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStraps and hooks: the principle of fixation explained\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mounting relies on a set of hook straps that attach to the edges of the rear section — top, bottom and sides — then are tightened until the structure no longer moves a millimeter. This \u003cstrong\u003estrap-based bike rack mounting\u003c\/strong\u003e has the advantage of requiring no drilling, no tools, and no tow ball. The manufacturer also announces the possibility of mounting on a towbar depending on the vehicle configuration: to be checked before installation on your car.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eUniversal trunk-mounted bike rack\u003c\/strong\u003e — designed for sedans and compact cars, adjustable to the bodywork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteel structure\u003c\/strong\u003e — the rigidity expected for the road and the highway\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eTool-free mounting\u003c\/strong\u003e — hook straps, quick setup and removal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtective pads\u003c\/strong\u003e — padded contact to preserve the paint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoldable\u003c\/strong\u003e — stores in the trunk, ready for the next outing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNo modification of the vehicle — nothing to drill, nothing to remove\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLoading and strapping the bikes: the steps that avoid unpleasant surprises\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst position the support empty, tighten all the straps, then give the whole thing a good shake: if it moves, retighten. Then load the heaviest bike closest to the car, frame against the arms, and secure the wheels with additional straps so they do not spin in the wind. After a few kilometers, stop and recheck: it is the step everyone skips and which determines the hold of a \u003cstrong\u003etrunk-mounted bike rack\u003c\/strong\u003e. Finally, remember the regulations: the license plate and lights must never be obscured, an offset license plate holder may be necessary depending on your configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this bike rack suitable for an electric bike?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the most frequent question and it deserves a frank answer. Strap-based trunk supports are designed for classic-range bikes; an e-bike, with its battery and motor, often weighs twice as much and puts a heavy strain on the anchor points. The manufacturer does not communicate a maximum load for this model: we therefore cannot guarantee it, and we advise reserving this \u003cstrong\u003esteel sedan bike rack\u003c\/strong\u003e for muscle bikes, or turning to a properly sized towbar support if you ride an electric bike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTransporting your bikes: our approach to the subject\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn this channel, we prefer to say what a product does well rather than promise that it does everything. A strap-based trunk support is the simplest and most economical solution for a weekend trip with one or two classic bikes; heavy loads call for another technology. Becquet Voiture lists both families and our French team will gladly guide you to the one that corresponds to your \u003cstrong\u003ebike transport in the car\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLoad the bikes, strap them in, and set off: order your steel trunk-mounted bike rack.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strap-based trunk-mounted bike rack\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Painted tubular steel\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red and black\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFixation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hook straps; towbar mounting announced depending on configuration — to be checked before installation\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVehicles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Universal, aimed at sedans and compact cars\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYears:\u003c\/strong\u003e Depending on version\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoldable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum load:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not communicated by the manufacturer — recommended for muscle bikes\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tool-free, no drilling\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 piece\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 trunk-mounted bike rack with its set of straps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--v3.1--\u003e","brand":"becquet-voiture.com","offers":[{"title":"Tie-down Straps","offer_id":52841131213087,"sku":"14:200004889#Binding rope style","price":87.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/7911\/7343\/files\/S7a2d1e2ac4dd44cbaeac964e35b0ff41Q.webp?v=1788281886","url":"https:\/\/becquet-voiture.com\/en\/products\/porte-velos-de-coffre-acier-universel-berline","provider":"Becquet Voiture","version":"1.0","type":"link"}