Thule 518 Echelon Fork Mount Rooftop Bicycle Carrier

Tuesday, April 17, 2012

Thule 518 Echelon Fork Mount Rooftop Bicycle Carrier

Product Details

Product Dimensions: 55 x 7 x 3 inches ; 7.6 pounds
Shipping Weight: 7.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
ASIN: B000MRFHBI
Item model number: 518

By : Thule

Item Description

The Thule Echelon Fork Mount Rooftop Bicycle Carrier is the leading-of-the-line in Thule's fork mounted carrier series. It is created to give maximum stability and protection via a assortment of useful capabilities including: a durable all-metal head, a stiff double-wall tray and an equalized twin cam self-adjusting clamp that automatically adjusts to fit a variety of fork dropout thicknesses. Further features incorporate: a stainless steel skewer with oversized lever for secure loading and unloading of front forks, an adjustable rear wheel strap, compatibility with wheelbases up to 48 inches and tire widths up to 2.6 inches and alot more.

The Top rated-of-the-Line in Thule Fork Mount Technology
The ultimate in fork mounts, the Thule 518 Echelon Fork Mount Rooftop Bicycle Carrier raises the bar on fork mounts with its new, improved Etc (Equalized Twin Cam) clamping process. The Echelon features a centrally-positioned cam lever, and a new ergonomic adjustment knob that will allow rapid loading and unloading of bicycle, for the ultimate in ease of use. The Echelon fork-mount rooftop bike carrier fits all disc and suspension combinations with regular 9mm axles. This bike carrier has a dual-lock design that locks each the bike to the carrier, and the carrier to your rooftop rack. The wheel tray fits tires up to 2.six inches wide with high-profile rims, and carries bicycles with wheelbases up to 48 inches. This program fits both Thule and Yakima load bars, and is Thule One particular-Important System compatible so you can easily preserve it locked and secure with no a bunch of added keys. Please note, locks are not included.

Installation and Use
The Echelon comes practically completely assembled, requiring only the included hex wrench and your personal two hands to quickly assemble in small time. Installation starts with the combined Echelon head assembly / wheel tray which offer the base for securing a bike's forks (head assembly) and a stable mounting platform for you back tire (wheel tray). Following some relatively easy preassembly to these elements, users have just to attach the head section and wheel tray to their rack's load bar with the hex wrench and included knobs as effectively as the included mounting plates and other hardware that enables for square or rounded cross bars. The Echelon is now ready for your bike.
To load your bike eliminate the front wheel and stow it in your automobile. Next, open the head assembly cover/clamp exposing the pressure dial at the tip of the assembly. Loosening this dial creates initial space along the skewer running by way of the head assembly that your front fork's dropouts connect to. Now, place your bike's fork dropouts onto the skewer ends evenly on each sides. Adjust the pressure dial to make certain a firm but not overly tight hold on your dropouts, then close the cover/clamp partially. Appropriate clamping pressure happens automatically when half way down the cover/clamp's arc you really feel resistance. If you really feel this, anything must be aligned appropriately and you can totally close the cover/clamp. If not, repeat for the most beneficial results. At this point Echelon owners who have opted for a 1-Crucial lock, sold separately and installed into the head assembly, can lock their bike to the carrier and the carrier to the rack simultaneously. A ratcheting wheel strap is offered to secure the rear wheel to the wheel tray and includes an adapter for use with road bike wheels. To remove your bike simply get rid of the wheel strap you installed, unlock the lock on the head assembly (if installed), lift the cover/clamp and eliminate your bike.
Crucial Capabilities

The Equalized Twin Cam self-adjusting clamp automatically adjusts to fit a assortment of fork dropout thicknesses for a secure hold.
Versatile design fits most disc brake and suspension combinations with normal 9mm axles.
Precise ergonomic pressure dial optimizes force on dropouts increasing hold, and eliminating harm to fork.
Aerodynamic, durable die-cast metal head for elevated security and product life.
Ratcheting wheel strap easily secures back wheel to tray.
Carries bikes with wheelbases up to 48 inches and tire widths up to two.six inches. Even operates with high profile rims.
Corrosion resistant double-wall aluminum tray provides maximum strength and rigidity.
1 One-Key lock cylinder (sold separately) locks the bike to carrier and carrier to rack.
Fits Thule rack systems or other round bars.
Factory rack compatible with Thule Ride-On Adapter (sold separately).

Specifications

Load Capacity (bikes) - 1
Fits Tire Dimensions (in) - 2.six inches
Fits Thule Aero Profile - Yes (adapter expected)
Fits Square Bar - Yes
Fits Most Bikes with Disc Brakes - Yes
One particular Key System Compatible (locks sold separately) - Yes
For Tandem Bikes - No
Fork Dropout Compatibility - Among 4mm and 10mm thick dropouts should be 100mm apart

What's in the Box
Thule Echelon Fork Mount Bike Carrier, all the essential mounting hardware, and instruction guide/warranty card.
Restricted Lifetime Warranty
Thule will warranty all Thule brand car rack systems and its accessories manufactured by Thule during the time that an original retail purchaser owns the item. This warranty terminates if a purchaser transfers the product to any other individual. No warranty is given for defects caused by standard put on and tear, cosmetic rust, scratches, accidents, unlawful automobile operation, or modification of, or any kinds of repair of a load carrier system other than these authorized by Thule.
About Thule
Thule was founded in 1942 by the Thulin household, when Eric Thulin, a true lover of the outdoors, place the Thule name on a pike trap he created and started to sell in Scandinavia. It wasn't extended ahead of he added other practical items to the company's portfolio. By the 1960s, the firm started to concentrate on car or truck-related merchandise, which includes its initially roof rack. The Thulin family members sold Thule to the publicly listed firm Eldon in 1979, and it has continued to develop both organically and through acquisitions ever because. The Thule Group is a planet leader in providing transport solutions for an active life.
The ultimate in fork mounts