A little paranoia can be a good thing.
Told by many, seen by many. So I installed a bike rack on the bumper of my 5er. Told, "no problem", the bumper can handle that little bit of weight. Got back from a 3 week tour of some of the best ...
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Okay this brings up a question from another senior member. I don't want to hijack this thread but wanted to mention it. Now I don't have the bike racks on the bumper however I do have a 13 Gray Wolf 26BH with the factory added cargo rack with the tire mounted to the cargo rack on the bumper.
I don't have the guts to lower that rack while in motion and put anything on it only when I'm stationary I will fold it down and set the trash can on it. I have often wondered with all that bouncing around with the weight of the spare tire if that will damage the bumper since it's attached. I keep a close eye on it and inspect closely for damage but so far so good. I know they say it's fine and you can even put a certain amount of weight on it while towing but I can't bring myself to do that. Any insight on that would be appreciated.
I don't have the guts to lower that rack while in motion and put anything on it only when I'm stationary I will fold it down and set the trash can on it. I have often wondered with all that bouncing around with the weight of the spare tire if that will damage the bumper since it's attached. I keep a close eye on it and inspect closely for damage but so far so good. I know they say it's fine and you can even put a certain amount of weight on it while towing but I can't bring myself to do that. Any insight on that would be appreciated.
