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      03-10-2020, 11:49 AM   #1
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Hi guys anyone found a descent bike carrier. I had one from before but when I went to use it today it bounced off and started dragging behind me.(Luckily no damage to bike or car)
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      03-10-2020, 05:37 PM   #2
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Load it on a car trailer, put the bike in a pickup, and pull the trailer?
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      06-10-2021, 09:58 AM   #3
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Just wondering if you found a solution or suitable bike rack?

I had the Birds Automotive one on my E89 Z4 and now on my F-type, but don't see a product for the G29. That said, I think the bootlid is similar to my old E85's and that worked well with the type in your picture and my old S2000.

I'm a YT owner too btw
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      06-10-2021, 10:17 AM   #4
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Hi guys anyone found a descent bike carrier. I had one from before but when I went to use it today it bounced off and started dragging behind me.(Luckily no damage to bike or car)
Nice bike. I would suggest getting a used, beat up pick-up truck to transport the bike around and leave the Z unencumbered so you can enjoy it.
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      06-10-2021, 10:23 AM   #5
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Nice bike. I would suggest getting a used, beat up pick-up truck to transport the bike around and leave the Z unencumbered so you can enjoy it.

Totally disagree with that, my most enjoyable driving times are driving to biking. The final destination is always up in the hills, winding roads and super quiet in the morning. I get to enjoy two of my favourite hobbies in one go. It's be kicking myself having to drive amazing roads in a van or pick-up. I have a 5 series touring which is far more practical, but super boring.

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Totally disagree with that, my most enjoyable driving times are driving to biking. The final destination is always up in the hills, winding roads and super quiet in the morning. I get to enjoy two of my favourite hobbies in one go. It's be kicking myself having to drive amazing roads in a van or pick-up. I have a 5 series touring which is far more practical, but super boring.

To each his own. If I'm going to bike somewhere, I take Harley out.

Thanks for the pic. I noticed you deleted the stock trunk spoiler and went more subtle. It looks good! Was it difficult to change out?
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To each his own. If I'm going to bike somewhere, I take Harley out.

Thanks for the pic. I noticed you deleted the stock trunk spoiler and went more subtle. It looks good! Was it difficult to change out?
Haha, different type of two wheeled fun.

That's standard for the F-type convertible. It does however have a retractable spoiler which goes up around 60mph, with a button to manually override if you wish. But agree, looks cleaner without it up.
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Haha, different type of two wheeled fun.

That's standard for the F-type convertible. It does however have a retractable spoiler which goes up around 60mph, with a button to manually override if you wish. But agree, looks cleaner without it up.
Always and on mine, I don't break a sweat.

Nice ride too.
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      06-10-2021, 01:41 PM   #9
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Swagtron Eb5 electric folding Bike. Fits in My trunk. 15mph. 12 mile range.
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      06-10-2021, 02:02 PM   #10
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Swagtron Eb5 electric folding Bike. Fits in My trunk. 15mph. 12 mile range.
Do you pedal to recharge the battery?
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Shoot, folding bike just fits in the boot!
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      06-10-2021, 10:19 PM   #12
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folds even smaller because you can take the seat and pipe off. You can still pedal if you want. Removable Battery for extra range
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I regret that I didn't buy such a bike, as mine occupies a lot of space and sometimes I can't take it with me. However, I don't pay a lot for its insurance, maybe because of the model or maybe my company has low prices, I don't really understand how things work with insurnces. I have it from https://simplebikeinsurance.com/ as it also cover transit and travel damage and as I travel a lot it is very convenient.

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