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.
Best RV Fork Mount Bicycle Racks for Secure Bike Travel in 2025
The Ram ProMaster is a favorite among vanlifers for its wide cargo area — perfect for combining fork mounts with a vertical storage system.Pairing a fork mount bike rack with the Bike-Hook system allows riders to safely secure the rear of the bike vertically while locking the front forks in place. This setup maximizes space and keeps bikes protected during transit.