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Nissan Pathfinder R51 with Menabo Viper tailgate bike rack for 3 bikes

Showroom: Drumul Lunca Corbului 2, Sector 3, Bucharest, Romania

On a Nissan Pathfinder R51 we fitted a Menabo Viper tailgate-mounted bike rack in the SuportBicicleta.ro showroom at Drumul Lunca Corbului 2, Sector 3, Bucharest, Romania. On this model the rack attaches to the tailgate, so it does not need roof bars.

In brief

Car: Nissan Pathfinder R51, third generation, 5-door.
Fitted: Menabo Viper bike rack for 3 bikes, fitted on the tailgate.
Capacity: carries a maximum bike weight of 45 kg.
Fitting: it is secured to the tailgate with 6 straps, at 6 points.

About the car: Nissan Pathfinder R51 (third generation)

The Nissan Pathfinder R51 is the third generation of the model. It was built from August 2004 to 2014, and for Europe it received a facelift in 2010. It is a 5-door SUV that comes from the factory with raised roof rails carrying the PATHFINDER lettering.

The type of roof matters when choosing the accessory. The Viper rack does not use the roof bars, because it attaches to the tailgate and rests against the rear door, as the fitting photos show. If you want roof bars or a roof box in the future, check the permitted roof load in the car manual.

What we fitted on this Nissan Pathfinder

The Menabo Viper is a bike rack for 3 bikes, fitted on the boot lid or tailgate of the car. It is secured with 6 straps, at 6 points, and the surfaces that touch the body are covered with rubber and a rubberised coating, so they do not scratch the paintwork. You can find it here: Menabo Viper bike rack for 3 bikes, tailgate / boot-mounted.

The rack is foldable, and on the product page you will find the list of cars it fits. You will find the fitting instructions below as a PDF.

Nissan Pathfinder R51 with Menabo Viper bike rack fitted on the tailgate, photo 1

Nissan Pathfinder R51 with Menabo Viper bike rack fitted on the tailgate, photo 2

Nissan Pathfinder R51 with Menabo Viper bike rack fitted on the tailgate, photo 3

Technical details and what to watch for

Load capacity: rack for 3 bikes, with a maximum weight of 45 kg.
Pack dimensions: 60x13x100 cm, and the rack is foldable, so it is easy to store when you are not using it.
Protection: the contact with the body is made of rubber and a rubberised coating, so it does not scratch the tailgate.
Lock: the rack has no lock, and the bikes come with no lock included, so secure them separately if you leave them unattended.
Bikes: the Viper is compatible with fat bikes, but not with electric bikes (eBikes). For e-bikes you can look at the towbar-mounted bike racks category and check on each model's page whether it accepts this type of bike.
Before fitting: clean dust and sand off the tailgate, because particles can scratch the paintwork under the straps. The full steps are in our tailgate fitting guide.
After fitting: on this model the bikes touch each other, so put protection between the frames. Check that the number plate and the rear lights stay visible, because the bikes can cover them.

Instructions and documents

Frequently asked questions

How much weight does the Menabo Viper rack for 3 bikes carry?

The Menabo Viper for 3 bikes carries a maximum weight of 45 kg. It is secured to the tailgate or boot lid of the car with 6 straps, at 6 points, and the contact with the body is protected with rubber.

Can the Menabo Viper be fitted on the Nissan Pathfinder R51 with roof rails?

On the Nissan Pathfinder R51 the Menabo Viper rack is fitted on the tailgate, not on bars. The raised roof rails of the car are not used for this fitting. Before you order, check your car in the list of cars on the product page of the rack.

Can I carry electric bikes (eBikes) with the Menabo Viper rack?

No, the Menabo Viper is not compatible with electric bikes (eBikes), but it accepts fat 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.