Category: Automotive
Vendor: Centrally located cam lever and ergonomic adjustment know allows rapid loading/unloading of bike Fits all disc/suspension combi
Product Description : Product Description : The Thule Echelon Fork Mount Rooftop Bicycle Carrier is the top-of-the-line in Thule's fork mounted carrier series. It is designed to provide maximum stability and protection via a variety of valuable features including: a durable all-metal head, a stiff double-wall tray and an equalized twin cam self-adjusting clamp that automatically adjusts to fit a variety of fork dropout thicknesses. Additional features include: a stainless steel skewer with oversized lever for secure loading and unloading of front forks, an adjustable rear wheel strap, compatibility with wheelbases up to 48 inches and tire widths up to 2.6 inches and more. The ultimate in fork mount technology that's also ultra easy to install and use.View larger. The Top-of-the-Line in Thule Fork Mount TechnologyThe ultimate in fork mounts, the Thule 518 Echelon Fork Mount Rooftop Bicycle Carrier raises the bar on fork mounts with its new, improved ETC (Equalized Twin Cam) clamping system. The Echelon features a centrally-located cam lever, and a new ergonomic adjustment knob that allows rapid loading and unloading of bicycle, for the ultimate in ease of use. The Echelon fork-mount rooftop bike carrier fits all disc and suspension combinations with standard 9mm axles. This bike carrier has a dual-lock design that locks both the bike to the carrier, and the carrier to your rooftop rack. The wheel tray fits tires up to 2.6 inches wide with high-profile rims, and carries bicycles with wheelbases up to 48 inches. This system fits both Thule and Yakima load bars, and is Thule One-Key System compatible so you can easily keep it locked and secure without a bunch of extra keys. Please note, locks are not included. Self-adjusting clamp automatically adjusts to fit a variety of fork dropout thicknesses for a secure hold.View larger. Corrosion resistant double-wall aluminum tray provides maximum strength and rigidity.View larger. Ratcheting wheel strap, with included adapter for road bikes, secures rear wheel to wheel tray.View larger. Installation and UseThe Echelon comes nearly fully assembled, requiring only the included hex wrench and your own two hands to easily assemble in little time. Installation begins with the combined Echelon head assembly / wheel tray which provide the base for securing a bike's forks (head assembly) and a stable mounting platform for you back tire (wheel tray). Following some simple preassembly to these components, users have just to attach the head section and wheel tray to their rack's load bar with the hex wrench and included knobs as well as the included mounting plates and other hardware that allows for square or rounded cross bars. The Echelon is now ready for your bike. To load your bike remove the front wheel and stow it in your vehicle. Next, open the head assembly cover/clamp exposing the pressure dial at the tip of the assembly. Loosening this dial creates initial space along the skewer running through the head assembly that your front fork's dropouts connect to. Now, place your bike's fork dropouts onto the skewer ends evenly on both sides. Adjust the pressure dial to ensure a firm but not overly tight hold on your dropouts, then close the cover/clamp partially. Correct clamping pressure occurs automatically when half way down the cover/clamp's arc you feel resistance. If you feel this, everything should be aligned correctly and you can fully close the cover/clamp. If not, repeat for the best results. At this point Echelon owners who have opted for a One-Key lock, sold separately and installed into the head assembly, can lock their bike to the carrier and the carrier to the rack simultaneously. A ratcheting wheel strap is provided to secure the rear wheel to the wheel tray and includes an adapter for use with road bike wheels. To remove your bike simply remove the wheel strap you installed, unlock the lock on the head assembly (if installed), lift the cover/clamp and remove your bike. Key FeaturesThe Equalized Twin Cam self-adjusting clamp automatically adjusts to fit a variety of fork
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