{"product_id":"realtruck-elevate-bike-carrier","title":"RealTruck Elevate Bike Carrier","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe RealTruck Elevate Bike Carrier hauls your bike securely without touching the frame. Whether you are running to a trailhead or loading up for a weekend ride, it locks your bike down and folds flat when you are done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe carrier is built from lightweight aluminum, so it adds strength without piling on bulk. It fits standard non-electric road, mountain, and hybrid bikes with wheel diameters from 20 to 29 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZero frame contact\u003c\/strong\u003e The clamping design holds the bike without touching the frame, so factory paint and decals stay protected.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLockable security\u003c\/strong\u003e A lockable ratcheting arm keeps your bike in place and guards against theft when it is left unattended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide rack compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e Universal clamps fit most T-slot and traditional crossbars up to 4 inches wide, including the RealTruck Elevate rack system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFolds for storage\u003c\/strong\u003e The carrier collapses down when not in use to free up space in the garage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEverything in the box\u003c\/strong\u003e Carrier, mounts, hardware, tools, and instructions are included, so there is no extra trip to the store.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lightweight aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMount Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fork-mount clamp carrier, zero frame contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBar Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Most T-slot and traditional crossbars up to 4 inches wide (round, square, aero, T-slot accessory rails, universal clamp)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBike Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard non-electric bikes, 20 to 29 inch wheels, roughly 16.7 to 31 lbs, up to 78 inches long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecurity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lockable ratcheting arm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Folding design for compact storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Limited lifetime warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot built for electric bikes, since many e-bikes go over the carrier's safe weight capacity. It also does not fit bikes with tire widths of 3 inches or wider.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003c!-- specs-table --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRealTruck\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTruck Bed Accessory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight Rating\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e31 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation is a simple clamp-on job on most crossbar rack systems and T-slot rails. Everything needed for mounting comes in the box, and most setups go on in under an hour with no drilling or modifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElevate bike carrier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUniversal mounting clamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstallation instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout RealTruck Elevate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRealTruck builds the Elevate line for active truck owners who want gear that holds up. Each order is backed by a limited lifetime warranty and a US-based product support team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003c!-- comparison-table --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Compares\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRealTruck Elevate Bike Carrier\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRealTruck Elevate Kayak Carrier\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRealTruck Elevate Cargo Basket - Standard\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCarries\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne bike, fork-mounted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne kayak\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLoose gear and cargo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMount type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFork-mount, zero frame contact\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCradle-style kayak mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlat load basket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBar compatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eT-slot and traditional crossbars up to 4.13 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eT-slot rails and crossbars\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrossbar mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLightweight aluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSecurity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLockable ratcheting arm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStrap and tie-down secured\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTie-down secured\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInstall\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo-drill clamp-on, under an hour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo-drill clamp-on\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo-drill clamp-on\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStorage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFolds flat for compact storage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemovable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemovable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHauling a road, mountain, or hybrid bike\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHauling a kayak\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHauling bulky or loose gear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- key-facts --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFork-mount carrier holds one standard non-electric bike with wheels from 29 in down to 20 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUniversal clamps fit T-slot rails and traditional crossbars up to 4.13 in wide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBuilt from durable, lightweight aluminum with a zero-frame-contact hold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes mounts, hardware, tools, and instructions for install in under an hour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLockable ratcheting arm and folding design for theft protection and compact storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- faq-block --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhat crossbars does the Elevate Bike Carrier fit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt comes with universal clamps that fit most T-slot rails and traditional crossbars up to 4.13 inches wide, covering round, square, aero, and T-slot bar profiles. That makes it a good match for the Elevate rack system as well as most common factory and aftermarket crossbar setups. If you are not sure your bars qualify, call or text Truck Bed Barn at (623) 272-6510 before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eHow does the bike mount, and does it touch the frame?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a fork-mount carrier, so the bike clamps at the front fork rather than by the frame or wheels. The zero-frame-contact design holds the bike without touching the frame, which helps preserve factory paint, decals, and finishes. A lockable ratcheting arm keeps the bike secured down to the rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eHow many bikes does it carry?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach Elevate Bike Carrier holds one bike. To carry more, you mount additional carriers along your crossbars or T-slot rails, with spacing limited by your bar width and rack capacity. Truck Bed Barn can help you plan how many will fit your setup before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhat bikes does it work with?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits standard non-electric bikes with wheel diameters from 29 inches down to 20 inches, typical weights between 16.7 and 31 pounds, and lengths up to 78 inches. It is not intended for electric bikes, since many e-bikes exceed the safe weight capacity, and it does not support tires 3 inches or wider. It works well for road, mountain, and hybrid bikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eIs the carrier lockable and secure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The lockable ratcheting arm safeguards the bike against theft and keeps it held in place even while the vehicle is unattended. Combined with the fork-mount hold, it is built for secure transport on the highway and on the trail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eHow hard is it to install?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation is a clamp-on process on most crossbar-style rack systems and T-slot rails, with no drilling and no modifications. The carrier ships with the mounts, hardware, tools, and instructions needed to complete the job in under an hour. When you are done riding, the folding design collapses the carrier down for compact storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhat is it made of and what's included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe carrier is built from durable, lightweight aluminum for strength without added bulk. The box includes the carrier, mounts, universal clamps, hardware, tools, and installation instructions. RealTruck backs each order with a limited lifetime warranty supported by a USA-based customer service team; for warranty help, reach Truck Bed Barn at (623) 272-6510.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a universal carrier that fits most racks and crossbars under 4 inches wide, including the RealTruck Elevate system. No VIN needed. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/our-fitment-guarantee\"\u003eFitment guaranteed\u003c\/a\u003e when you buy through Truck Bed Barn. Not sure your rack works? Call or text our team at (623) 272-6510 before you order and we will confirm compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSee the full lineup in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/realtruck\"\u003eRealTruck collection\u003c\/a\u003e and find the gear that matches how you ride.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RealTruck","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53703984218411,"sku":"1707210","price":289.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/9148\/2923\/files\/29f7a9dc564030173ccb7770696b9544.jpg?v=1781128362","url":"https:\/\/truckbedbarn.com\/products\/realtruck-elevate-bike-carrier","provider":"Truck Bed Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}