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Check out all our car racks for sale at South Shore Cyclery in Milwaukee

Car racks allow users to carry their bike on the outside of their vehicle, freeing up space inside the car and preventing any dirt or chain grease getting on its interior. The right rack for you depends on your vehicle and the number of bikes you need to transport. The most popular types of racks are hitch, roof, and trunk racks— there are also tailgate pads and other bike carrying accessories available.

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$29.99
Delta's pre-aligned positioning bike hitch allows for easy fork installation. It features special anti-rust treatment with a tough powder-coat finish. This ultra-rigid 9mm skewer allows you to easily carry your front wheel with a Delta Wheel Hitch or Wheel Holder (each sold separately). - Pre-aligned positioning for easier fork installation - Special anti-rust treatment with tough powder-coat finish - Features patented Delta locking lever - Base Dimensions 4" x 1.5" x 1.75" - Mounting Holes 3" center to center - Ultra-rigid 9mm skewer - Carry your front wheel with a Delta Wheel Hitch (sold separately)
$329.99 $399.99 18% Off
The new Destination Rack is our lightest 4 bike platform hitch rack. Weighing only 42 pounds, this rack securely carries 4 bikes in individual wheel trays making loading and unloading quick and easy. Padded frame holders with ratchet straps slide vertically along the center post and rotate 360 degrees to attach to different frame shapes and sizes. The wheel trays use ratchet straps to secure the bikes wheels. Includes a locking threaded hitch pin.
$98.00
The Access Bike Ramp makes it easy to load your bike onto your Kuat NV 2.0 hitch rack.
$159.00
The new Transfer v2 models can each be expanded to carry an additional bike with the 1-Bike Add-On. Increase the capacity of your 1-Bike, 2-Bike, or 3-Bike rack to carry up to 4 bikes* with all the features you expect at a price that's unexpected. *Add-Ons cannot be stacked. Only a single 1-Bike Add-On can be attached to Transfer v2 models. The 1.25"-2" Transfer v2 2-bike (SKU T202B) model cannot take a one-bike add-on. - Automotive-grade 750 hour salt spray hardware - Holds up to a 50" wheelbase bike (previously 47") - Holds wheels 18"-29" (previously 20"-29") - Holds tires up to 5" with accessory strap (previously 4.5") + better hook clearance for loading fat bikes
$349.00 - $549.00
The Transfer v2 is more solid than ever. From the steel construction of the original to a new Flatlock hitch cam for enhanced stability in tow. Plus, a semi-integrated cable lock for an upgrade in security. The best part? The new Transfer v2 has the modular configurations available so you get a multi-rider rack at an everyone-friendly price. - Flatlock cam for 2", ball cam for 1.25" - Includes semi-integrated bicycle cable lock - Tamper-resistant hitch security - More robust hitch design for enhanced stability in tow - Holds up to a 50" wheelbase bike (previously 47") - Holds wheels 18"-29" (previously 20"-29") - Holds tires up to 5" with accessory strap (previously 4.5") + better hook clearance for loading fat bikes - Automotive-grade 750 hour salt spray hardware - Dedicated 2" hitch version in the 2 bike configuration can be directly mounted on campers, recreational vehicles, or trailers with CHASSIS MOUNTED RECEIVERS ONLY.
$749.00
Kuat's NV 2.0 Base is loaded with features that make it one of the most equipped platform racks on the planet. This darkened brute features Kuat's foot lever pivot release, adjustable cradles for increased bike fit, integrated cable locks, a hand-tight cam system, and a ballistic black powder coat that will stand up to years of abuse. - Adjustable front tire cradle system - Re-designed pivot with optional foot assist - Fully integrated cable locks and hitch lock included - Front tire ratchet with an intuitive release - Rear tire strap features a co-molded strap to protect wheels - No-tool install with hand tight hitch cam system - Premium matte powder coat - 2 Bike capacity up to 60 lbs. each - Holds wheelbases up to 48-inch and tires as large as 4.8-inch - Available in both 2-inch & 1.25-inch hitch sizes - Dedicated 2-inch model is able to carry up to 4 bikes with optional NV Add-On 2.0 Base
$54.95 - $59.95
RockyMounts StreetRod is a thru-axle adapter that works with fork-mounted bike racks from any manufacturer. It includes axles to accommodate bikes with 12x100, 15x100, and "Boost" 15x110 thru-axles.
$12.99 - $14.99 $14.99 Up to 13% Off
Simply insert Saris' Hitch Tite into the hitch receiver to give your Saris bike rack (sold separately) extra stability. The Hitch Tite is compatible with the Bike Porter Hitch 2-Bike, Freedom, Axis Steel, Axis Aluminum, Cycle-On, and T-RAX Sport racks.
$14.99
Saris' Wheel Straps keep your front wheels from spinning and your handlebars from turning in the wind. They're made of tough nylon with easy-to-use buckle closures. Wheel Straps are sold in pairs.
$39.99
Saris' Locking Hitch Tite adds both stability and security to your hitch rack. It tightens up the interface between your rack and hitch to combat swaying and it locks your rack to your vehicle. It fits 1-1/4 and 2-inch threaded hitch-tites and is compatible with the 200/500 Series T-Rax, all Thelma racks, standard-model Cycle-Ons, and all the T-Bones racks (each sold separately).
$49.99
Don't leave your fat bike behind! Saris' Freedom Fat Tire Wheel Holders carry up to 5-inch-wide bicycle tires. Extra-long straps secure your bike to any Saris Freedom rack (sold separately).
$79.99
All the Essentials of a Reliable Trunk Rack With the Guardian bike rack, what you see is what you get. And what you see is a complete trunk rack, simplified to its purest form. Made with steel sourced from America's heartland, the Guardian is tough enough to stand-up to the elements, yet gentle on bikes. Easy-to-use bike hold downs with ratcheting straps grip the bike's frame, while rack straps equipped with spring-loaded buckles ensure a snug rack-to-vehicle fit. This simple trunk rack fits most sedans, hatchbacks and vans, and comes completely assembled. Just take it out of the box, put it onto the car, and you'll be rolling in no time. Features - Carries 2 bikes (35 lb./bike) - A Bike Beam may be required for frames without a horizontal top tube. - Trunk bike rack. - No assembly needed. - Bike hold downs with ratcheting straps separate and firmly hold up to 3 bikes. - Bike rack straps with spring-loaded buckles ensure secure rack-to-vehicle fit. - Rack arms adjust to fit most sedans, hatchbacks and vans. - American-made steel frame construction. - Folds for compact, convenient storage. - Coated hooks protect vehicle's finish. - Heavy-duty foam pads protect vehicle's finish.
$209.99
Make Every Escapade a Grand Slam Take your bike outings from mediocre to unforgettable with the Grand Slam 3-bike hitch rack. This simple hanging hitch rack sports essential, no-fuss features, including a base that tilts for hatch access, arms that fold for quick storage, and straight-forward assembly. Constructed from American-made steel, the Grand Slam is secure enough to transport a team of bikes to any destination. - Carries 3 bikes (35 lb./bike) - A Bike Beam may be required for frames without a horizontal top tube. - Hanging hitch rack tilts away for hatch access when unloaded. - Ratcheting bike hold downs accommodate a variety of bike sizes and frame types. - Arms fold up and down with ease for quick storage and easy loading. - American-made steel construction. - Fits 1.25" or 2" hitch receiver.
$229.99
Saris’ Bones 3-Bike rack unites utilitarian strength and modern style. Crafted of incredibly strong, injection-molded plastic, the four arched leg mounts and two arched arms cradle your bikes on different levels to minimize unwanted handlebar and seat contact. Six highly adjustable straps, each equipped with soft, vinyl-coated hooks, hold the rack down, while the four legs have grippy rubber feet to provide a sturdy base that won't harm your vehicle's finish. Ratcheting, soft-touch, anti-sway straps ensure a tight grasp on your bikes. The Bones is made out of 100% recyclable, non-rusting parts and fits almost all vehicles—even those with spoilers. Plus, it folds fast for easy portability and storage.
$239.99 $299.99 20% Off
The Bones Hitch 4-Bike rack is born out of the design and function of Saris' best-selling Bones rack and brought to life in the form of a hitch rack. You wanted a nicely designed, tilting rack at a great value, and you wanted it to be lightweight. The result is the Bones Hitch. The Bones Hitch is one of the lightest racks in the marketplace yet every bit as strong and durable. That's why Saris backs it—along with all of their racks—with a lifetime warranty. Stylish, lightweight, easy to use and made here in the USA—who says you can't have it all? - Carries 4 bikes, up to 35 pounds each. - Preassembled in box. - Rack tilts down with pull of handle for easy access to rear of vehicle. - Coated hold-downs and anti-sway straps provide soft-touch protection to secure and stabilize the bikes. - Fits 1-¼-inch or 2-inch hitches out of the box. - Lifetime warranty. - Made in Madison, WI. - Injection-molded arms are strongest in the market. - Arms fold up and down with ease for quick storage and easy loading. - Welded steel mainframe. - Hitch lock sold separately (Model 3022). - Lightweight, steel construction weighs only 20 lbs.
$289.99 $374.99 23% Off
Whether you've invited more friends for an epic ride or can’t decide which rig to take to the trails, the MTR 1-Bike Add-On has you covered. Compatible with both the MTR 1-bike and 2-bike hitch rack, these add-on trays save you the hassle of buying a new rack to haul more bikes. Built with the same robust materials as the MTR rack, these add-on trays are ready to roll out of the box and are the soul of the Modular Tray Rack (MTR) functionality. Product Features - Bike tray add-on for MTR 1-bike or 2-bike tray-style hitch rack. - Built with American-made aluminum and steel. - Nesting wheel trays speed up bike loading and unloading process. - Wheel trays and dual-arm wheel holders securely transport variety of bikes. - Hauls bikes up to 60 lb if used as first two trays closest to vehicle; or up to 35 lb if used as third or fourth tray. - Bike tray add-on for the MTR platform hitch rack. Compatible with both the 1-bike and 2-bike base. - Carries 1 bike, up to 60 lb when used in the first two positions closest to the vehicle. When used in positions furthest from the vehicle, tray can hold a bike up to 35 lb. - Minimal assembly required. - Rack weight: 30 lb. - Adjustable wheel block to accommodate wheel sizes from 20 inches up to 29 inches and tire sizes as wide as 5 inches. - Integrated locking cable secures bikes to the rack. - Hitch compatibility will depend on MTR base unit. - Built and tested to outlive the elements.
$329.99 $379.99 13% Off
Freedom is a versatile lightweight rack that makes loading and unloading bikes quick and easy. Foldable upright arms securely clamp top or seat tubes with soft, non-marring pads. - Ratcheting straps keep bike stable and secure and adjust to fit most bikes - Standard wheel scoop fits up to 2.25" tires. Fat wheel trays are available separately - Adjustable to work with most bikes - Fits 1 1/4- and 2-inch hitches - Can hold two bikes weighing up to 60 lbs each - Rack weighs 20 lbs - Made in the USA
$579.99
With its robust construction, eye-catching style and compact design that carries both bikes on a single bar, the SuperClamp is your bike’s new BFF. This lightweight – yet mighty – platform hitch rack is ready to hit the road at a moment’s notice. Whether you’re hauling eBikes, beefy mountain bikes, your prized TT rig, or an assortment of bicycles, the SuperClamp’s dual shepherd’s hooks promise all bikes a truly secure ride without touching the bike’s frame. And thanks to the SuperClamp’s tilting feature, no more unloading bikes to let the dog out of the back. Simply tilt down and release the hounds. Top it all off with integrated locks, a built-in bottle opener and head-turning reflectors, the SuperClamp 2-bike is proof that you can have your cake and eat it too. - Fastest loading bike rack around thanks to the dual wheel-clamping hooks (bonus: no frame contact). - Lightweight, yet mighty! Weighs only 35 lb, and is rugged enough to carry 2 bikes, up to 60 lb each. - Features integrated locks and reflectors for extra security and visibility, day and night. - Open Sesame! Tilting feature allows hatch access, even when fully loaded, and folds up when not in use. - Sleek and compact design holds 2 bikes on a single bar.
$999.99
When adventure calls, you need a hardy bike rack to get you and your collection of bikes there. That’s why Saris built the SuperClamp 4-bike from the ground-up to be the safest, toughest, and lightest 4-bike platform hitch rack on the road. It all comes down to its super compact design, with two bikes carried on a single horizontal bar. Plus, each bike rack undergoes unparalleled testing in the heart of tundra country – meaning, if it survives in Wisconsin, it will thrive wherever your compass leads. When it comes to durability, versatility and carrying capacity, the SuperClamp 4-bike packs a punch in its light, 63 lb package. In fact, the SuperClamp is 40% lighter than similar platform hitch racks, yet is guaranteed to last a lifetime thanks to its tough steel construction. Load it up with mountain bikes, electric bikes, kid’s bikes, road bikes, insert-any-bike-type-here bike, and the SuperClamp will carry them safely to their destination. No matter where your bike wants to go, the SuperClamp 4-bike is up for the challenge. - Rock-solid dual hooks provide unmatched security, and never touches the bike’s frame. - Brawny, yet lightweight – designed to carry two bikes on a single bar for a footprint that is both compact and able to carry up to 4 bikes of any type (190 lb total). - Load ‘em up! Crafted to haul a wide variety and combination of bikes. - Tilting feature allows access to rear of vehicle, even when fully loaded (your dog will thank you), and folds up when not in use. - Functional, eye-pleasing design that looks good on any car and features integrated locks, reflectors and of course - a bottle opener.
$160.00 $209.99 24% Off
It's road trip time! Bring along up to two bikes with Sunlite's HB-226 Receiver Rack. This versatile rack tilts downward so you can access your car's cargo space, and the carry arms fold down when not in use for compact storage. It fits either a 1.25-inch or 2-inch receiver, and the no-wobble bolt eliminates rack movement inside the hitch so your bikes stay stable all drive long. The carry arm spacing accommodates a wide variety of frame styles too so you can tote along most styles of bikes with ease, and the tie-down cradle system secures each bike quickly.
$29.99
Thule's Passive Lock Strap provides added security by locking your bicycle rack to your vehicle. Two steel cables enclosed in nylon form a strong durable strap that won’t scratch your vehicle, bike or carrier. A round puck installs securely in trunk or hatch, preventing rack removal.
$74.99
With Thule's Fat Tire Kit for T2 Racks you can finally throw your fat bike on your Thule rack (sold separately) and head for the hills. Oversize wheel trays accommodate tires up to 5-inches wide and the tray has been shaped to work perfectly with even the widest treads. An extra-long wheel strap is included to make fastening your rear wheel a breeze. This kit attaches easily to your Thule T2 hitch rack (sold separately) and includes the mounts needed for a single bike.
$259.99
Upright bike carrier for the quickest, most convenient mounting – for bikes up to 44 lbs. - 2 One Key lock cylinders (sold separately) lock the bike to carrier and carrier to rack. - Mounts to all Thule rack systems, round bars and most factory racks - Automatically positions your bike when you secure it, thanks to the uniquely designed frame holder and wheel tray - Quick and easy bike securing – the torque limiter dial controls the force going into the bike frame with a clear sign of correct mounting - Pressure is spread via large, soft claw pads that adapt to your bike’s frame tubes – minimizing the risk of frame damage - Safe mounting – your bike is prevented from falling thanks to the claw’s extended lower jaw - Stable wheels – firmly fixed in smartly designed wheel holders with diagonal quick-release wheel straps - Easy, tool-free interface for switching carrier from one side of your car to the other.
$799.99
The heavy-duty, award-winning Thule T2 Pro is now even easier to install, remove and store thanks to the integrated wheels. - Versatile design fits nearly all styles of bikes up to 60 lbs with zero frame contact - AutoAttach system makes installation and removal simple and tool-free - Integrated wheels help to maneuver the rack on and off the vehicle - The HitchSwitch lever allows you to tilt the rack down for rear vehicle access or tilt it up when not in use - Fits 20-29" wheels and up to 5" tires without adapters making it ideal for carbon frames, mountain, downhill, or fat bikes - Integrated cable lock and lock knob locks bikes to the rack and secures the rack to the receiver - Generous spacing between bike mounts with the ability to adjust side to side to eliminate bike interference - Carries up to 4 bikes with Thule T2 Pro XT Add-On (sold separately, 9036XTB, 2" receiver only)
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