{"product_id":"thule-freeway-3-bike-truck-mounted-rack-1","title":"Thule Freeway 3 Bike Truck Mounted Rack","description":"\u003cp\u003eNo Towbar? No Problem!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe compact and lightweight Thule FreeWay is a Trunk\/Boot\/Hatch mounted hanging bike carrier that is simple and functional, providing a secure way to carry 3 bikes on the back of a vehicle with no tow bar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe lower frame is designed to rest on your bumper while the upper frame rests on the top of the trunk of sedan models, or the window of your hatch. Sturdy cam-buckle straps and rubber-coated hooks then attach to the trunk or hatch door to pull the carrier tightly to prevent movement. All contact points with the vehicle are rubber for extra protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Thule FreeWay won't fit every car. Be sure to check out the Thule Buyers Guide in the 'Links \u0026amp; More Info' tab above to see if your car is suitable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho's this item for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Any riders wanting a quick and convenient way to attach 3 bikes of various types to the rear of their vehicle without a towbar that is easy to remove when not required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many bikes does it carry:\u003c\/strong\u003e The FreeWay carries up to 3 bikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does it carry them:\u003c\/strong\u003e The FreeWay is a hanging rack that provides two arms that support the bike by the frame in a hanging fashion. Some bikes are supported by the top tube, others by the downtube behind the fork or the seat tube\/seat stay intersection. It all depends on your bike and the combination of bikes you are loading. The Thule Bike Frame Adapter can help if you have an unusual shaped frame or step-through bike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much weight can it carry:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 3 bike FreeWay can hold 45kg\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE-Bike rated:\u003c\/strong\u003e The maximum permissible weight per bike is 15kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does it mount to the car:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two support feet are placed on the bumper and another two feet on top of the trunk (sedan models) or against the rear window (hatch models) while hooks grab the lip of the tailgate\/boot at the top and at the sides and four cam-buckle straps, pull it all together forming a solid assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it tilt or swing to gain access to the vehicle:\u003c\/strong\u003e The tailgate\/boot can be opened when no bikes are attached to the bike rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size bikes (wheelbase) can it carry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Because it's a hanging rack, the FreeWay can accommodate bikes of any wheelbase (within reason)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the max tyre size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Due to the nature of a hanging rack, tyre size and width won't affect your bike fitting on this rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does it weigh \/ dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.1kg 560 W x 820 D x 780 H mm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it fold up for storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the two bike arms fold down flat to align with the main support arms\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it include a lock:\u003c\/strong\u003e There are no included locks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it have an integrated licence plate holder \/ brake \/ reverse lights:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not included with the FreeWay.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thule","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41113501401133,"sku":"10019687","price":298.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/7052\/5229\/products\/Thule_Freeway_3_Bike_Truck_Mounted_Rack_01_677680ca-3a4e-4b0c-bb0e-35ff99626064.jpg?v=1690758025","url":"https:\/\/www.mtbdirect.com.au\/products\/thule-freeway-3-bike-truck-mounted-rack-1","provider":"MTB Direct Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}