Front Rack

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Paul

Id say if your an experienced mechanic with a good set of tools it's moderately easy to install only because the rubber clamp things are a pain. I ended having to use needle nose pliers on side side to clamp it while trying to put the screw through and the nut on. I think if the bolts were 5mm longer they would be easier to put on. That's the only downside, I wrestled with those clamps for a good hour. Its really sturdy and I custom mounted a pet carrier to it. My dog weighs about 15lbs and the bike rides great with this setup. Nice design, just needs a little work on the hardware side to make the install smoother.

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Paul

Id say if your an experienced mechanic with a good set of tools it's moderately easy to install only because the rubber clamp things are a pain. I ended having to use needle nose pliers on side side to clamp it while trying to put the screw through and the nut on. I think if the bolts were 5mm longer they would be easier to put on. That's the only downside, I wrestled with those clamps for a good hour. Its really sturdy and I custom mounted a pet carrier to it. My dog weighs about 15lbs and the bike rides great with this setup. Nice design, just needs a little work on the hardware side to make the install smoother.

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Paul

Id say if your an experienced mechanic with a good set of tools it's moderately easy to install only because the rubber clamp things are a pain. I ended having to use needle nose pliers on side side to clamp it while trying to put the screw through and the nut on. I think if the bolts were 5mm longer they would be easier to put on. That's the only downside, I wrestled with those clamps for a good hour. Its really sturdy and I custom mounted a pet carrier to it. My dog weighs about 15lbs and the bike rides great with this setup. Nice design, just needs a little work on the hardware side to make the install smoother.

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HILARY K.

Awful design, took 3 people to get it on, left screw came off within 1 week, now it’s unusable.

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daco328

Like another review mentioned, I also pulled out the light and the cable ripped. Not sure what I can do about that. Have not even rode it yet. After watching the video it appears there is several inches of slack in the braded cables. This does not appear to be the care with the turris. I also have exposed wires and not enough slack. Also, the rack will not fit with the fender. Again, the video appears there is plenty of room for clearance.

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daco328

Like another review mentioned, I also pulled out the light and the cable ripped. Not sure what I can do about that. Have not even rode it yet. After watching the video it appears there is several inches of slack in the braded cables. This does not appear to be the care with the turris. I also have exposed wires and not enough slack. Also, the rack will not fit with the fender. Again, the video appears there is plenty of room for clearance.

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Sara

After waiting 2 weeks for the rack and basket combo, I struggled significantly to put the rack on my Core 5. Despite the front rack listing 2 other models (Roadster and Rev 1) as not compatible- I learned later through a separate support article that the front rack is ALSO not compatible with the Core 5 model. Would have greatly appreciated having this information listed on the front rack purchasing page with the other incompatible models. Had the rack been able to be installed, I'm sure it would have functioned fine (thus my 2 stars instead of 1). However, now I have a partially assembled rack, a basket with no purpose, and damage to my headlight. The headlight specifically was written as needing to "pull out" the wires to reach the front of the rack, and upon unraveling the coating and pulling gently on the wire, my headlight ripped right out leaving exposed wires. Now my bike and I will have a separation until I can figure out how to safely rewire it since my commute to and from work as a nurse is typically in the dark at least one way.

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Sara

After waiting 2 weeks for the rack and basket combo, I struggled significantly to put the rack on my Core 5. Despite the front rack listing 2 other models (Roadster and Rev 1) as not compatible- I learned later through a separate support article that the front rack is ALSO not compatible with the Core 5 model. Would have greatly appreciated having this information listed on the front rack purchasing page with the other incompatible models. Had the rack been able to be installed, I'm sure it would have functioned fine (thus my 2 stars instead of 1). However, now I have a partially assembled rack, a basket with no purpose, and damage to my headlight. The headlight specifically was written as needing to "pull out" the wires to reach the front of the rack, and upon unraveling the coating and pulling gently on the wire, my headlight ripped right out leaving exposed wires. Now my bike and I will have a separation until I can figure out how to safely rewire it since my commute to and from work as a nurse is typically in the dark at least one way.

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Don Maggetti

Very nice rack and easy to install. Got the quick release basket to go with it. Love it.

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Don Maggetti

Very nice rack and easy to install. Got the quick release basket to go with it. Love it.

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Suzanne Gleed

Love the rack and front basket. Our puppy loved it as well❤️?

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Douglas J Hirsch

The front rack came with no instructions, but it seemed simple enough to figure out. A quick Google Search suggested a YouTube video titled “How to install Ride1Up Basket + Platform.” The first minute showed what I needed to know. The only trouble I had was extending the wiring for the headlamp. The video shows extra wire wrapped up in the front wiring harness – just enough to allow the light’s new placement at the front of the rack. That was not the case for my 700XR. I ended up splicing in a foot of wire so my headlight could reach the front of the rack. I used solder and heat-shrink for the extension. The installed front rack provides a platform measuring roughly 12 inches by 5 inches. With racks over both wheels now, my bike looks balanced. In addition, I can better distribute the weight of my gear on my next long ride. I have tried a few items. The rack can hold a sleeping bag, tent, or cooler – the possibilities are exciting. Overall, I am extremely satisfied with the front rack. My 700 looks better and is more functional with the front rack than without it. What do I like best? I like how the front rack moves the headlight forward. The new light placement eliminates the long shadow cast by my front tire. This was an unexpected improvement. At night, all I see now is the road. (Maybe R1U could call it the “Headlight Extension Kit + Platform.”)

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  1. Anonymous

    Great rack, hardware lacks a little bit to give it 5 stars. But works awesome after you struggle installing it a bit haha.

    1 month ago
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  2. Anonymous

    Very good product

    1 month ago
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  3. Mark

    Didn’t put it on. Somewhat flimsy & had trouble installing so just didn’t install. Great bike otherwise. Very pleased.

    2 months ago
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  4. Devon Hennessey

    Complete garbage. Does not fit the Turris.

    2 months ago
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  5. Robert Baumgardner

    Have to cut headlamp wires and add length to wires and resolder. No Problem

    2 months ago
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  6. Paul

    Id say if your an experienced mechanic with a good set of tools it’s moderately easy to install only because the rubber clamp things are a pain. I ended having to use needle nose pliers on side side to clamp it while trying to put the screw through and the nut on. I think if the bolts were 5mm longer they would be easier to put on. That’s the only downside, I wrestled with those clamps for a good hour.

    Its really sturdy and I custom mounted a pet carrier to it. My dog weighs about 15lbs and the bike rides great with this setup. Nice design, just needs a little work on the hardware side to make the install smoother. Also you should include zip ties for the wire on the headlight, I’d bet most people don’t have them.

    2 months ago
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