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Preparations to put the carrier on the coupling are really minimal. The temple, where the hook is attached must be fastened with two screws on the base frame. Here I was able to convince me of a very good fit. In addition, a label must be attached. This takes place via two plastic clips. Since there are different thicknesses of plate, Thule supplies with two different clips. In addition, different dimensions of the plate can be compensated for the fact that there are two different positions for the clip.

Since I have for the first time engaged me with a bike rack for the trailer hitch, I had to look in the manual occasionally times. The at first glance very simple first drawn guidance has proved to be very well - it could be all very well transferred from the paper onto the carrier, so that the installation was a breeze.

The only shortcoming of the carrier is its weight. When the preparations had been made, I have made him in the clutch - around 20kg on Tibia are already a burden's Cross. Since I have the helping hands of my wife appreciated. The last "handle" was then setting the pressure, holding the carrier in place. To this end, there is a small wheel that drives the clamping device closer to the coupling head or further pushes away. After this adjustment, the unit feels really safe and firmly on the coupling.

A quick connect the current and already there were the first light test - of course existed. All bulbs light up when they should. The connections of the cables and the 13-pin connector to the car look like the rest of the support very well made.

For further try out the carrier I have my approx 18-19kg heavy wheel charged (using the optional dock). Although the manual everything is described, it took me a while before I have the system of grippers really understood. You have to screw it very well until it clicks as described in the manual, the grippers already. I did not dare at the first attempt! After fixing the wheel with the grippers have to do the tension wheels are tightened by a ratchet system and ready.

Very practical is the swing-down function of the wearer. It seems at first a little scary when you knocking down the carrier and the wheel is angled at a time by approximately 45 °. But you just go actually to the trunk and can open the boot lid carefree (at least in my Toyota Avensis T27). The folding goes by pedaling. With one hand you can support the move back to its home position.

During the test drive, there was no noticeable influence on the driving behavior. The carrier was sitting safely on the AHK and the wheel was stable mounted on the carrier. Depending on the system, there are of course slight wind noise that are simply not avoidable.

My conclusion: A super bike rack, which is its price absolutely fair. Easy to use and safe while driving! by me a strong buy recommendation!