boggarte, what do you need to use the 2 EZ Platform Hitch Rack, I notice it's $180 + Tx at SportCheck. Could you tell me what kind of receiver you have or installed? I have the 2006 XTrail Bonavista edition. Thanks.
boggarte, what do you need to use the 2 EZ Platform Hitch Rack, I notice it's $180 + Tx at SportCheck. Could you tell me what kind of receiver you have or installed? I have the 2006 XTrail Bonavista edition. Thanks.
Xtrailer / Ontario
Hi Xtrailer, sorry for the delay...
I had a custom fit trailer hitch installed to my X-Trail by a well known specialist in my area. Actually, it is even my dealer who sent me there since it would be less expensive than the official dealer one!!
Quite expensive though. 230$ for the Hitch and 100$ for the vehicle electric wiring: 380$ total. It's OK if you need to tow something else but expensive for bikes only...
BTW, I had the 2 ez Platform Hitch Rack for 145$ + tax at Autorack dealer shop.
Good Luck!
Has anyone tried something like the SportRack 3-Bike SUV & Van Trunk Rack Carrier, $139.99, Product #40-1027-6 from Canadian Tire? Is it safe to use one of these having in mind the size of the back glass? Seems to do the job at a good price but need to know if there could be any issues when breaking. Anyone?
It is very easy to modify the TK6 foot pack. All you need to do is drill one hole in each "rail" section they give you, for a total of 4 holes drilled. This is to match the hole spacing on the X-Trail which is 2 3/8" ( I believe, measure and be sure)
I'll try and post pictures when I get home tonight. It's a very easy mod.
Ken
Did you ever posted those pics of your rail's setup? If yes, could kindly redirect me to those pics? I would greatly appreciate it.
You can get an adapter for your attachments OR you get a Thule tk6 and foot tracker and drill a hole to match the bolt span on your vehicle. I did this in November 2004 and have not had any trouble with it. I constantly use my bike racks (3 in total), ski rack, cargo box, kayak & canoes carriers. The mount has been secure. There are many posts on this, do a search for racks to get any more info.
Oreo, could you provide details about the Thule items you installed, Type/Model/Product Number if possible. Also, would be great if you could snap some pics to have an idea of the installation. Much appreciated in advance.
have a 2006 bonavista and would like to use my bike racks from my old car. Maybe just purchasing from nissan the cross bars would be the easiest? I'll also check with my local bike rack store for their comments
Hi all
Yesterday I decided to buy an X-trail 2005 Elegance(after reading this forum) and I'm very satisfied.I love this car.
But I would like to have som kind of roofracks and I like the Thule Expedition.
Have anyone tried this out if it fit X-trail?
If you have other suggestion so please tell me or why not put a picture of your car with roofracks on this "thread".
Nike
Sweden
Yes distefv, we'll need to see a pic to get what you mean when you say "without modification" a close up of the setup will be invaluable. BTW are you located in Canada? That, will make a difference too.
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