Another Saris Bones question

coupedan · Post by **coupedan** » Mon Oct 08, 2018 7:44 am

Morning all,

Looking to purchase a Saris Bones 3 bike rack shortly for my Coupe.
Was just wondering whether anything extra is needed such as the hatch huggers etc?

Have done a search for this but there's 100's of posts of people saying if they fit but not of any accessories.

Many thanks,
Dan

Chris_D · Post by **Chris_D** » Mon Oct 08, 2018 11:29 am

Not sure what hatch huggers are but I use a bones 3 on my roadie after seeing it used by both coupe and roadie owners without issue.

As a tip, I would strongly suggest to use some soft squishy rubber mat between the bones' feet and ur paintwork. Also, make sure the straps are knotted or tied up so they dont flap and whip about, again as a risk to ur paintwork. Cut up an old bike tyre innertube and wrap the strap anchors with cut sections too.

Solid as a rock when tied down properly.

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philbo909 · Post by **philbo909** » Mon Oct 08, 2018 2:50 pm

coupedan wrote: ↑Mon Oct 08, 2018 7:44 am Morning all,

Looking to purchase a Saris Bones 3 bike rack shortly for my Coupe.
Was just wondering whether anything extra is needed such as the hatch huggers etc?

Have done a search for this but there's 100's of posts of people saying if they fit but not of any accessories.

Many thanks,
Dan

I don't like the thought of that force on the top edge of the hatch glass, but I still have this viewtopic.php?f=7&t=106787&hilit=Seasucker for sale, open to offers

coupedan · Post by **coupedan** » Mon Oct 08, 2018 2:56 pm

philbo909 wrote: ↑Mon Oct 08, 2018 2:50 pm I don't like the thought of that force on the top edge of the hatch glass, but I still have this viewtopic.php?f=7&t=106787&hilit=Seasucker for sale, open to offers

Interesting! What is the max weight of these?.. I am looking to use it with my downhill bike which weighs in at about 16kg's although it is quite long too!

philbo909 · Post by **philbo909** » Mon Oct 08, 2018 5:02 pm

coupedan wrote: ↑Mon Oct 08, 2018 2:56 pm
philbo909 wrote: ↑Mon Oct 08, 2018 2:50 pm I don't like the thought of that force on the top edge of the hatch glass, but I still have this viewtopic.php?f=7&t=106787&hilit=Seasucker for sale, open to offers
Interesting! What is the max weight of these?.. I am looking to use it with my downhill bike which weighs in at about 16kg's although it is quite long too!

"Maximum bike weight is 20kg"
https://road.cc/content/review/154825-s ... -bike-rack
^good review because he has a z4 coupe

skelters · Post by **skelters** » Mon Oct 08, 2018 10:42 pm

I have a Saris Bones 3 still unopened and in the box as I bought a rowing machine and use that instead of putting the bike on the back of the car!

From the research on here and looking up other sites it fits the original and best E85 and also fits the E86 afterthought hatchback version of the Z4 and all it needs is some tape or cushioning round the contact points for attaching to the car.

I also have some extra Hatch Huggers for securing the bike. As I've never used the Saris Bones 3 I have no idea if I actually need them or not.

With the hatchback I'd be more worried about any stress on the rear window. With the amount of Saris Bones that are used sitting on car windows it will be fine. I've had other bike racks on other cars with the weight on the rear window and never had any problems.

Images found via the google...

coupedan · Post by **coupedan** » Tue Oct 09, 2018 10:55 am

Thanks for the replies all, seems like there is pros and cons of both the Saris and Seasucker.
The way how I see it is like so
Saris:
1. Cheaper
2. Somewhat cumbersome to fit
3. A lot of weight resting on the rear window
4. Can damage paintwork in places

Seasucker:
1. Expensive
2. Easy and quick to fit
3. Less weight on the rear window - however, it is still some weight that will be on there
4. Cranks can touch paintwork and cause damage if not secured correctly.

So what would you go for? the Saris is currently on sale in Halfords for £120 and if you use the hatch huggers it comes to about £140ish
Or
Go for the Seasucker that philbo909 has for £175 ish - normal price is over £200..

Thoughts?

philbo909 · Post by **philbo909** » Tue Oct 09, 2018 11:30 am

Well if it helps you decide I'll part with the Seasucker for 140 Inc. Postage
I'd be paying eBay fees to put it on there anyway

coupedan · Post by **coupedan** » Tue Oct 09, 2018 12:08 pm

philbo909 wrote: ↑Tue Oct 09, 2018 11:30 am Well if it helps you decide I'll part with the Seasucker for 140 Inc. Postage
I'd be paying eBay fees to put it on there anyway

Ahh go on then, I'll take it!

Are you able to keep a hold of it until Monday? I get paid then so have a lot more free money from then if that's cool?

philbo909 · Post by **philbo909** » Tue Oct 09, 2018 12:37 pm

Yeh just pm me your details and all that, it's yours

coupedan · Post by **coupedan** » Tue Oct 09, 2018 1:58 pm

As per forum rules - PM Sent

inkey$ · Post by **inkey$** » Tue Oct 09, 2018 6:05 pm

I used to have an MC and the Bones worked a treat without anything additional. That said, I only ever carried one bike on it.

stupot1 · Post by **stupot1** » Thu Oct 11, 2018 9:15 am

I've had a look at the Saris because of the good reviews. Still not sure about the carrier feet resting on the glass though, and every bike rack I've ever used has scratched or scuffed the paintwork at some point.

QUIKSTER · Post by **QUIKSTER** » Sat Jan 30, 2021 1:50 pm

Picked up a new bike this week, and so came across this thread.

Is the Saris 1 and Seasucker still the best option for the E86 Coupe.

Has anyone any pics of both fitted to their cars.

QUIKSTER · Post by **QUIKSTER** » Sat Jan 30, 2021 1:53 pm

Also I have had my roof gloss wrapped, so not sure how well it would stick to that surface.

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