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      09-12-2008, 07:20 AM   #1
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Rear mount bike rack

Anybody else have one of these?

Fits great - looks great... but 2 months in i'm very annoyed that I cant use it as apparently there should have been some relay switch supplied with it to enable the electrics.

Anyone else had this?

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      09-12-2008, 08:58 AM   #2
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I'd be too terrified about the paintwork!
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So have you been driving around with no rear lights working on the rack?
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      09-13-2008, 07:59 AM   #4
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Sorry to ask, but is this an official BMW bike rack. Do you have any more details on it? I would be very interested in this.

As for being scared about the paintwork, don't be. I've been running one on my Z4 for the last three years. Just buy some clear vinyl from a sign maker and stick it down on the contact spots. You can't see it from more than 1 metre away. Perfect solution

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      09-15-2008, 04:14 AM   #5
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Yes its the BMW one - you'll find it in the accessorys catologue. Not used it as no lights.. v. annoying.

There is an upright bar to ensure it gets no where neat the paint, and it locates in the two factory fit 'rack prep' holes. Brilliant rack - if only they'd remembered the electrics.

Had a call friday to say I should have it this week.... BUT... it is apparently not included in the cost! £65 for the part (at cost) plus labour to fit! WHat a Joke! - Letter to BMW cust services coming.

will let you know the final bill and take some pics later in the week.
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      09-18-2008, 03:22 AM   #7
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will let you know the final bill and take some pics later in the week.
Look forward to the pictures, especially on the how it actually attaches. This solution could really sell the 135i to me
Couple of questions if you don't mind:
1 - How long does it take to put on the car and take off?
2- Cost of the rack?
3- Assume you can still open the boot with bikes on the car?
4- How many bikes will it hold?

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      09-18-2008, 08:04 AM   #8
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grrr... still no part!

1. Took just a couple of mins to attach the rack and secure it. though with the many straps and clips I suspect it may take longer to secure the bikes to the rack. Electrics meant i played around for hours... and then took it of again! Not put it on since.
2. I paid about £250 i think, plus £60 at order for the holes in the bumper and subframe (with covers)
3. Yes - plus there is an upright A frame to ensure the bikes get nowhere near.
4. Holds 2 bikes.

It is locked to the car once on, and the bike clamps are locked too.

Sorry - bit longer for pic's - will take some without electrics if i get a chance.
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      09-18-2008, 09:17 AM   #9
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2. I paid about £250 i think, plus £60 at order for the holes in the bumper and subframe (with covers)
Oh..... so it's can't be used if buying a used 135i without the preperation done?
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Oh..... so it's can't be used if buying a used 135i without the preperation done?

I wouldn't think so - but maybe with a new bumper... I'm sure i saw some standard roof bars on the forum somewhere which looked pretty good.
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      10-14-2008, 10:17 AM   #11
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Update:

Relay is now fitted (at cost to the garage).... but...

Whatever they did permenantly disabled the parking sensors. They should turn off just whist the rack is on.. no car again today.

Hopefully all will be finished after today - just 4 months to sort it... impressive!!
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