Bicycles in TVRs
Discussion
Considering which way to go for my next TVR (T350/sagaris/Tuscan/Tuscan 2) purchase and getting my mountain bike in the back without too much hassle is a critical requirement.
Having done a bit of search research tonight I have heard reference of mountain bikes fitting in T350 and Tuscan ( not sure if these are suspension bikes).
I can confirm my 18" Orange P7 front suspension bike fits in the boot of my Chimaera easily will wheels and seat post removed. It also fits in the back of the Cerb (earlier seat version) with passenger seat right forward, but it is a bit of a pain to get it in. Wheels and seat post go in the boot.
Any others for the definitive list?
Having done a bit of search research tonight I have heard reference of mountain bikes fitting in T350 and Tuscan ( not sure if these are suspension bikes).
I can confirm my 18" Orange P7 front suspension bike fits in the boot of my Chimaera easily will wheels and seat post removed. It also fits in the back of the Cerb (earlier seat version) with passenger seat right forward, but it is a bit of a pain to get it in. Wheels and seat post go in the boot.
Any others for the definitive list?
I can get my GT Avalanche MTB into the boot of my TVR Tuscan. All I have to do is drop the two wheels out of the frame and then slightly wiggle it into place - Can't take the roof off and stow that as well though!
edited to add... (needless to say - not mine!)
There's a thread on the Pedal Powered forum with bikes in cars, not many TVR's though!
http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...
edited to add... (needless to say - not mine!)
There's a thread on the Pedal Powered forum with bikes in cars, not many TVR's though!
http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...
Edited by S6PNJ on Sunday 26th September 18:24
S6PNJ said:
I can get my GT Avalanche MTB into the boot of my TVR Tuscan. All I have to do is drop the two wheels out of the frame and then slightly wiggle it into place - Can't take the roof off and stow that as well though!
edited to add... (needless to say - not mine!)
There's a thread on the Pedal Powered forum with bikes in cars, not many TVR's though!
http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...
Lovely bike that edited to add... (needless to say - not mine!)
There's a thread on the Pedal Powered forum with bikes in cars, not many TVR's though!
http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...
Edited by S6PNJ on Sunday 26th September 18:24
I can get my 'proper' race bike in the boot of the Chim no problems, even with the roof in the boot! Ok, so the Chim is not on your shopping list, but maybe worth considering.
Wheels & seat post off and the frame drops right in. Shove all the leftover bits in the boot, et voila! There is plenty room leftover for all your other stuff like track pump, clothes, etc, too. I've not taken the Chim to the bike club or any races yet.....but i think (hope) it will cause a bit of a stir.
Wheels & seat post off and the frame drops right in. Shove all the leftover bits in the boot, et voila! There is plenty room leftover for all your other stuff like track pump, clothes, etc, too. I've not taken the Chim to the bike club or any races yet.....but i think (hope) it will cause a bit of a stir.
given your research on this site, you may well have come across a thread I posted a while back on 'how practical' my Tuscan was - getting my MTB, golf clubs and weekend paraphernalia into the boot and with roof stowed. It did require a little planning I admit but it was a moments work to disassemble/assemble my full suspension MTB. Removing the seat post, quick release wheels and releasing the front fork/suspension all took a realistic 5 mins. If necessary, I'm sure your local bike shop will show you how to remove the front suspension - mine did. As I was away for the weekend, 5 mins at either end of the trip was well worth it for the pleasure of taking the tuscan and without the risk of damaging the paintwork by stowing it on the outside. Hope this helps.
mattrosersv said:
I can confirm my 18" Orange P7 front suspension bike fits in the boot of my Chimaera easily will wheels and seat post removed. It also fits in the back of the Cerb (earlier seat version) with passenger seat right forward, but it is a bit of a pain to get it in. Wheels and seat post go in the boot.
Oh... dangerous information. That suggests a Chim would probably pass my critical 'will my Sub Five go in?' test.
Never tried it in the S, but I'm 90% sure the boot would be too small to do so.
Incidentally where did you put the wheels - did they fit in the boot too? The only convertible I've carried my bike in was a Quantum kit car and I got the wheels in the boot and the frame dropped in behind the seats. People used to watch in amazement as a large-framed full susser emerged from a Fiesta-sized sports car with the roof up!
Edited by Chris71 on Monday 11th October 16:29
Bike goes in upside down with chain set on right side of the car (spare removed). Wheels and seat post all come off and go in the boot. Handlebars at right angles. It is an easy fit and amazes people that I get a bike in the back! Not tried it with roof off, but don't think it would work....... Unless...... Those Surrey roofs look interesting...
UpTheIron said:
I can get my hardtail Cannondale in the Tuscan. Seatpost and wheels removed but also fit in the boot after the frame is in.
My roadbikes won't fit however.
Sorry to revisit this thread but has anyone actually put a road bike (56cm) in the boot of a Tuscan? I know it works in a T350--I used to do it for races--but I've set my mind on buying a Tuscan at the moment. Any difference between Mk1/2, boot-volume-wise?My roadbikes won't fit however.
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