Bike-Hook vs. Hitch Racks: What Every Van Owner Should Know
Hitch Racks: Bikes often sway, rattle, or even make contact with each other. Theft is easier with open frames exposed. There have been many stories of welds breaking from heavy loads bouncing down the road. A large bicycle hitch system failure can create a driving accident. These should be checked frequently for cracks and bends. Bike-Hook: Holds bikes upright and close to the van. Once the rear doors are shut, the mounts are locked in place—can’t be removed until reopened. A stainless steel safety cable is added for extra protection.
How to Swap Your Front Fork Hub Block on a Bike-Hook
2. Access the Mounting Hardware Once the cap is off, you’ll see two 7/16" nuts inside.Use one wrench on the inside and one on the outside to loosen and remove the bolts and nuts holding the fork block in place.
Bike-Hook: The Compact, Low-Cost Bike Mount for 1–4 Bikes on Your Van
Access Without the Swing: Unlike traditional bike racks that swing out 4 feet or more, Bike-Hooks let you open your rear doors anytime, even with bikes mounted. Budget-friendly: Bike-Hooks offer a fraction of the cost of bulky swing racks or vertical hitch carriers.
3 Front Fork Mount Types Explained — and How Bike-Hook Fits Your Van Bike Rack Needs
Front Fork Mounting Explained: How Bike-Hook Fits Every Van and Bicycle Type 3. Thru-Axle (Modern and Strongest Option) This popular option for high-performance and fat tire bikes involves a solid aluminum axle that threads through the fork. Sizes vary from 10mm to 20mm, with wider ones like 15mm x 150mm found on fat bikes. Our no-drill bike racks support many thru-axles, but for oversized models, we recommend our KUAT Dirtbag mounts or custom-fit blocks. We’ve even created setups for downhill race bikes with 20mm thru-axles. These custom Bike-Hooks are part of our van life bike accessories collection, made for riders with unique needs.