Hello,

Anyone have any ideas which bike racks are best for the defender? We have a 90 and 110 so need one for each ( maybe a 4 bike and 3 bike ) but neither has a spare wheel carrier on the rear, Both have tow balls so is this the best way ahead? Or should I put a swingaway on ?

Any help would be good.

Thanks,
Paul

I bought on of the MaxxRaxx 4x4 carriers. Fits on the tow ball and can take up to 5 bikes. It works really well and fits with a spare wheel on the back door.

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Simon

I had maxxraxx on a previous car, really secure, just about to get the stepped version for my 110. Would whole heartedly recommend.

Would strongly recommend Pendle bike racks.

Each bike has carriers for the front and back wheel and bikes are separated by a vertical post they lean against.

Not cheap but the best I have come across.

Usually only sold thru decent bike shops AFAIK.

Ive just bought a 'Maxxraxx Discovery' rack today. I dont have my spare wheel on my rear door, but if you do then you would need the Maxxraxx 4x4 model. They come in 2/3/4/5 bike models and because they fit to a bracket mounted behind the tow ball you are free to tow a trailer/caravan at the same time. If carrying more than 2 bikes your supposed to use a strap from the rack to the vehicle to support the weight. I wouldnt advise fastening this strap to the rear door though as they arent exactly the strongest point of the defender. I will be strapping mine to my rear roof bar.

Ive also got a Karritek tilt down roof rack for loading bikes onto which works well.



Ive previously also used a Thule tow ball mounted carrier..