Transportation
Bicycle Transportation
Rogue Powersports stocks Motorcycle transportation and related components. Parts and accessories for every rider. Browse the subcategories below for specific product lines and fitment options. Free shipping on every order.
Bicycle Transportation: Racks, Carriers, and Travel Gear
Getting your bike to the trail or destination matters as much as the ride itself. Hitch racks, roof racks, and travel cases each suit a different vehicle and travel style, and the right pick saves frame scratches and time at the trailhead. Rogue Powersports stocks racks, carriers, travel cases, and accessories from the brands that drop bikes off in one piece.
Transportation by Type
- Hitch Bike Racks: Kuat NV 2.0, Thule T2 Pro XTR, 1Up USA, and Yakima HoldUp 2-bike, 4-bike, and e-bike-rated platform racks for 1.25 and 2-inch receivers.
- Roof Racks: Thule UpRide, Yakima HighRoad, and Kuat Trio fork-mount and wheel-on roof carriers pair with crossbar systems for SUVs, sedans, and trucks.
- Truck Bed Pads & Mounts: Yakima GateKeeper, Race Face Tailgate Pad, and Dakine Pickup Pad protect tailgates and frames during shuttle runs and truck-bed transport.
- Travel Cases & Bike Bags: Thule RoundTrip, EVOC Bike Travel Bag, and Scicon AeroComfort cases for airline travel, dirt bag drops, and shipping.
- Trunk & Spare-Tire Racks: Saris Bones, Thule Passage, and Yakima FullBack strap-on racks for trunks and SUV rear gates without a hitch.
Why Choose Rogue Powersports
- Authorized Dealer for 50+ Top Brands: Kuat, Thule, Yakima, 1Up USA, and Saris. We stock the brands you ask for by name.
- Free Shipping on Most Orders: Free ground shipping within the lower 48 United States on most orders. Same-day shipping when ordered before 12 PM CST.
- 30-Day No-Hassle Returns: Return any unused item within 30 days for a full refund. Free return shipping label included. No restocking fees.
- Real Tech Support: Our team rides what we sell. Call (877) 460-6999 or email info@roguepowersports.com if you need help matching a rack to your vehicle.
Browse the full bicycle transportation catalog above to find the rack, case, or pad that fits your vehicle and bikes. Tell us your hitch size and bike weights and we'll narrow it down.
Frequently Asked Questions
Hitch vs. roof vs. trunk bike racks?
Hitch racks: easy load/unload, fits 2-5 bikes, doesn't affect MPG much. Roof racks: keeps tailgate access, harder to load (lifting), worse MPG. Trunk racks: cheap, no hitch needed, less secure.
Are bike racks safe for highway driving?
Quality racks (Kuat, Thule, Yakima) are highway-safe with proper installation. Cheap racks rattle and risk failure. Always check tightness before driving, and consider a bike-specific tail strap for security.
How many bikes can I carry?
Hitch racks: 2-5 bikes typical (heavy on the rear). Roof racks: 1-2 per pair of bars. Trunk racks: 2-3 with weight limits. Verify tongue weight rating on the hitch and rack.
Do I need a bike rack lock?
Yes — bike thieves target rack-stored bikes. Most premium racks have integrated locks. Add a separate U-lock through the bike frame and rack for additional security.
Can I drive through automatic car wash with a bike rack?
No — racks won't fit in tunnels and brushes will damage bikes/rack. Hand-wash only. Some hitch racks tilt down to access the trunk but they don't help in car washes.