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Brand spankin' new is the premium Yakima FrontLoader upright mount bike rack (8002103), delivering unbelievable hassle-free bicycle loading / unloading and universal mounting convenience on all styles of multi-purpose base roof rack system crossbars. Absolutely no adapters necessary, the Yakima Front Loader clamps directly to Yakima cross bars, all styles of Thule load bars, Inno Racks crossbars as well as virtually all factory racks. No tools needed for installation. Featuring amazing design-style and technical sophistication, the Yakima FrontLoader allows you to leave both wheels on and simply place the entire bicycle on the carrier. Just roll the bike into position and the carrier holds the bike in place allowing you to quickly turn the big red tightening knob. Fits any size tire width, skinny road tires to fat 3 inch width. Fits all kinds of bicycles, from women, kids, hybrids and road bikes to 29ers, monster downhill and freeride mountain bikes - all with no adapters necessary.
We highly recommend a 2 pack of Yakima locks (not included; see accessory add-ons below) to simultaneously lock the bicycle to the rack via the built-in integrated cable lock and the FrontLoader, itself, to the roofrack crossbar. Sleek, modern wheel tray easily adjusts to fit any range of bike lengths (except tandem bikes and recumbents). Premium dual-side ratcheting rear wheel strap also included. Fully compatible with any bikes using disc brakes, thru axles or funky suspension systems. Front wheel holder features handy pre-marked settings for front wheel size. Set it the first time and forget it, or quickly set to new position when carrying a different bicycle.
- No mounting adapters needed. Clamps directly to Yakima cross bars, all styles of Thule load bars, Inno Racks crossbars as well as virtually all factory racks. No tools needed for installation.
- Sleek new modern design styling with automotive finish.
- Yakima FrontLoader bike rack will not come in contact or touch the painted surfaces of your bicycle.
- Compatible with all types of disc brakes, thru axles, Cannondale Lefty and funky suspension designs etc.
- One easy-to-reach knob controls retention, adjustment and release.
- Fits wheels from 20" - 29" in diameter and any size tire width, skinny roady tires to fat 3 inch width. Fits all kinds of bicycles, from women, kids, hybrids and road bikes to 29ers, monster downhill and freeride mountain bikes - all with no adapters necessary.
- Completely secure at high speeds and on rough roads.
- Double-sided wheel strap for use on either side of your car.
- Easy to adjust sliding wheel tray makes positioning rear wheel effortless.
- New wheeltray and wheelstrap fits the widest range of tires and rims, even high-profile rims and 29ers.
- We highly recommend a 2 pack of Yakima locks (not included; see accessory add-ons below) to simultaneously lock the bicycle to the rack via the built-in integrated bike cable lock and the FrontLoader, itself, to the roofrack crossbar.
- Easy-to-follow Yakima 8002103 Frontloader instructions included.
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Product Reviews
Read the reviews below to find out what other customers are saying about the Yakima Front Loader upright mount bike rack.
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Awesomeness
this Yakima FrontLoader bike rack review by Josh
vehicle year/make/model: 2003 Subaru Forester
item(s) transported: Bicycles
These racks are great! Very easy to install and use. I have them installed on my factory bars and works great. I am very satisfied with them.
Easy, Sturdy, Secure
this Yakima FrontLoader bike rack review by AKthompson
vehicle year/make/model: 2002 Mazda Tribute
item(s) transported: bikes
We just bought 2 Frontloader bike racks. We love them. They are very easy to use and very secure while we are driving and I am over all pleased with the item. The only draw back is that it doesn't hold my son's 16" wheel-size bike.
Nice Rack
this Yakima FrontLoader bike rack review by tkjohnson21
vehicle year/make/model: 2001 Jeep Cherokee
item(s) transported: bicycles
I like these racks, they were easy to install and seem to hold the bikes nicely.
Excellent Bike Rack
this Yakima FrontLoader bike rack review by WVSUBARU
vehicle year/make/model: 2010 Subaru Outback
item(s) transported: bikes
Install/uninstall in minutes, super easy. Would recommend mounting bike front facing the back because of the back hatch. Overall great design and price. Just like the product video shows.
Easy to Install, Easier to Use.
this Yakima FrontLoader bike rack review by Mike
vehicle year/make/model: 2006 Toyota Tacoma double-cab
item(s) transported: 26" Mountain Bikes (2 at a time)
Installation of the racks on the factory-style after market roof rails was very straightforward and easy despite the 100 degree heat. As awkward as it is to hoist a full-size mountain bike up to the roof of an off road pickup, the design of the front wheel holder ensures that the bike will stay put at least long enough for one to get the strap over the rear rim and cinch down the front wheel clamshell. The sole detriment is not even a design flaw of the rack, but rather certain factory bar spacing. Since the Toyota factory-style rails have a set position, this directly affected the positioning of the rear wheel trays. This, in turn, placed the rear wheel of one brand of bike directly over the head of the fixing bolt and made it impossible to get the strap over the high-profile rim. This was easily remedied by changing the front wheel clamshell setting from 26" to 29" allowing the bike to move further forward. The clamshell was still secure enough that over 120 miles of 70mph driving did nothing to dislodge the bike. A very nice product!
Can't Go Wrong
this Yakima FrontLoader review by Aaron C.
vehicle year/make/model: 2010 Subaru WRX STI SE
item(s) transported: bikes
The Yakima Front Loader is so easy to install and fits factory bars with ease.
Product Discussion
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Tim asks - What is the difference between the FrontLoader and the HighRoller?
ORS Crew answers - Great question. There really isn’t much that separates the considerably more expensive HighRoller and the cheaper priced FrontLoader except that the HighRoller has a rear wheel strap that can be accessed from either side of the bike tray. Unlike the FrontLoader, which will mount directly to factory rack cross bars, the HighRoller will NOT connect directly to factory racks however, you would need to use a set of Yakima Universal MightyMounts clamps with the HighRoller to connect it to factory rack crossbars. Also, while you can use a Yakima SKS lock in the integrated locking cable on the HighRoller to lock the bicycle to the HighRoller, you can’t simply use another Yakima SKS lock core to lock the HighRoller itself to the roof rack. You would have to also purchase a Yakima Lock Housing Unit to insert a lock core into. The FrontLoader, however, offers the convenience of simply using a Yakima 2-pack of locks to lock the bicycle to the carrier, via the integrated cable lock, and also the FrontLoader itself to the roof rack by inserting a lock directly into the front end of the carrier. Basically, Yakima Racks first released the HighRoller, then a couple years later realized they needed to offer a similar bike rack that connects directly to factory racks and will also optionally lock to the vehicle. The FrontLoader also uses the same very sleek low-profile bike tray as found on the fork mount style Yakima ForkLift bike rack. So really, unless you feel strongly about the need for a two-sided rear wheel strap, you will want to choose the cheaper priced FrontLoader bike rack over the HighRoller. And you’ll be gaining better security features and the ability to attach the carrier directly to factory racks.
Aaron E. asks - I want to carry 2 bikes on my 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe factory rack cross rails. Will this bike rack work? Also considering the Yakima Raptor Aero and ForkLift models. Do I need Mighty Mount adapters or anything?
ORS Crew answers - No worries, the Yakima FrontLoader, Raptor Aero and ForkLift bike racks include universal mounting hardware and will connect directly to your 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe factory rack cross bars, no need for Mighty Mounts or anything.
T. Karp asks - Will the Front Loader work on my 2010 Nissan XTerra factory rack bars?
ORS Crew answers - Yes it mounts directly to the factory cross bars and is a superb choice for a 2010 Nissan XTerra bike rack.
Sandy asks - Will the Frontloader work with fenders on a bike?
ORS Crew answers - Yes this will work with most (if not all) fender configurations.
M-WIZ asks - Please make sure you are not selling the "recalled" version of the Yakima Frontloader bike rack. See this link: flrecall.yakima.com Could you please confirm on this forum that you are not selling these? Hopefully you are aware of the recall. Thanks.
ORS Crew answers - Rest assured, we only have new ones that are well past the recall notice. There was a small batch of FrontLoaders that were defective in 2010. These have all been replaced, returned to Yakima Racks etc. The issue has been corrected with the current generation of FrontLoaders now shipping.
Product Videos
Yakima FrontLoader bike rack review video & demo by ORS Racks Direct. Demonstration movie of the Yakima Racks 8002103 Frontloader car rooftop upright mount bike rack showing features that include universal compatibility with virtually all factory racks, as well as after-market roof rack crossbars from Yakima, Thule, Inno and more. Simplest design and easist to install, all hardware is integrated right into the Yakima FrontLoader bike rack. Fits nearly all sizes, shapes and style of bikes, from 20" kids bikes and bmx bikes to road bikes and mountain bikes and even 29ers. Quick loading, no need to remove the front wheel, just roll the bike forward onto the FrontLoader bike tray and it holds bicycle in place while you are applying the tightening adjustments. Optionally use 2 Yakima locks to lock the FrontLoader to the car rack cross bars and the bicycle to the carrier.
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Customer Installation Pictures
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| 2010 Subaru Outback Factory Rack Mount Bike Racks using Yakima Frontloader & Yakima High Roller |
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ORDERING NOTES
Bike rack works equally well with all types of bicycles and is compatible with all disc-brake, thru-axle, Cannondale Lefty and other funky suspension designs.
We highly recommend a 2 pack of Yakima locks (not included; see accessory add-ons below) to simultaneously lock the bicycle to the rack via the built-in integrated bike cable lock and the FrontLoader, itself, to the roofrack crossbar.
Clamps directly to Yakima cross bars, all styles of Thule load bars, Inno Racks crossbars as well as virtually all factory racks. No adapters or tools needed for installation.
QUICK ORDERING SOLUTION
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