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On a Land Rover Freelander 2 (L359) we fitted the Menabo Main rack for 3 bikes, on the tailgate, in the SuportBicicleta.ro showroom at Drumul Lunca Corbului 2, Sector 3, Bucharest, Romania. The rack is fitted on the tailgate, so no roof bars are needed.
In brief
- Car: Land Rover Freelander 2 (L359), 5-door SUV, second generation of the model.
- Fitted: Menabo Main rack, for 3 bikes, fitted on the tailgate or boot lid.
- Capacity: 3 bikes, with a maximum of 45 kg in total on the rack.
- Fitting: attaches with straps at six points, with no special keys.
About the car: Land Rover Freelander 2 (L359)
The Freelander 2 is the second generation of the model, with the internal code L359, built from December 2006 to October 2014. The car is based on the Ford EUCD platform and was built at Halewood, near Liverpool. In Europe it is called the Freelander 2, while in North America and the Middle East it is sold as the LR2.
For a rack fitted on the tailgate, the body type matters. The Freelander 2 is a 5-door SUV, and in the post photo the car has the FREELANDER 2 and TD4 badges on the tailgate, where the rack is attached. The tailgate is the main attachment point, so before fitting make sure it is clean and free of dust.
What we fitted on this Freelander 2
The Menabo Main for 3 bikes is attached to the tailgate or boot lid of the car with dedicated straps, at six points. It is made of steel, weighs 7.9 kg and folds, so you can fold it when you are not using it. It suits any frame diameter.
The bikes touch each other on the rack, so it makes sense to tie them down well and check that they do not rub against the bodywork. The rack has no lock, either for itself or for the bikes, so look after them during stops.
Technical details and what to watch for
- Capacity: 3 bikes, with a maximum load of 45 kg on the rack.
- Weight and packaging: the rack weighs 7.9 kg, and the packaging measures 80 x 60 x 10 cm.
- Bikes: the rack accepts fat bikes, but does not accept e-bikes.
- Fitting: clean the tailgate first, so that the rubber pads grip well. The rack comes with fitting instructions in the box, and the fitting is done without special keys. The steps are in the our guide to tailgate-mounted racks.
- Visibility: after fitting, check that the number plate and rear lights stay visible, because the bikes can cover the rear light.
- Compatibility: before ordering, check on the list of compatible models whether your car is included.
Instructions and documents
Frequently asked questions
How much weight does the Menabo Main rack for 3 bikes carry?
The Menabo Main rack for 3 bikes carries a maximum of 45 kg. The weight of the rack itself is 7.9 kg.
Can the Menabo Main rack be fitted on a Land Rover Freelander 2 (L359) without roof bars?
The Menabo Main is attached to the tailgate or boot lid of the car with straps, so it does not need roof bars. Check compatibility with the Land Rover Freelander 2 (L359) on the list of compatible models before ordering.
Can I carry e-bikes with the Menabo Main?
No. The Menabo Main rack is not compatible with e-bikes. For e-bikes you can look at the category of towbar-mounted bike racks and check on each model's page whether it accepts this type of bike.
We are waiting for you in the showroom
We are waiting for you in the SuportBicicleta.ro showroom at Drumul Lunca Corbului 2, Sector 3, Bucharest, Romania, to see tailgate bike racks and choose the right option for your car. Contact us through our contact page or at [email protected]. contact us through our contact page or at [email protected].
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Sources: Land Rover Freelander, Wikipedia: code L359, production 2006-2014, Ford EUCD platform, built at Halewood, LR2 name · Post photo 1239: FREELANDER 2 and TD4 badges on the tailgate, rack fitted on the tailgate · Guide: Fitting steps for tailgate bike racks · product pages on suportbicicleta.ro
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