Yakima SideWinder roof Bike Rack

Features:

Swing-out arm allows one person to load a bicycle for two
Holds tandems more securely than wheel-tray designs
Won't interfere with most hatchbacks or flip-up rear doors
Padded boom cradle and quick-release straps protect bottom-mounted cables
Includes handlebar strap for extra stability
Fits round or square crossbars
Secure and lockable skewer with integrated adjustment knob for single-handed, easy access (SKS Lock Cores sold separately)

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specifications:

Fork style tandem carrier with swing away feature to make loading easy for one person. Adaptable to square bars.

Produced: 2001 to present

History: 2007- Changed the skewer from Viper style to Sprocket Rocket skewer.

General Information:
Weight: 18.5 lbs.
Dimensions: 56” long x 12” tall x 8” wide at skewer. Mounting plates are 4-1/2” wide. Center of skewer to center of cradle is 40”. Swinger extends 10” from pivot.
Capacity: One tandem bicycle

MSRP $399.00 USD

Product #8002071

FAQ:

Q: Is it ok to mount the Sidewinder Facing the rear of my vehicle?A: Yes.

Q: Can you mount a standard single-person bike in the sidewinder?
A: No. This rack was designed specifically for tandem bicycles and hasn’t been tested with standard bikes, so we cannot recommend it.

Q: Is the stabilizing strap available separately?
A: Not at this time, but the same function can be achieved with webbing or bungee cords.

Q: What is the “easy loading” feature to the sidewinder?
A: The mounting arm swings out to the side so that the bike can be raised on its back wheel while the front fork is set into the mount. Once the fork is set and secured with the skewer, it is only a matter of lifting the rear end of the tandem and placing it into the rear cradle.