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Yakima

Yakima FrontLoader

Wheel-on roof rack โ€” no front wheel removal needed

Last reviewed: April 2026

bike_rackroof_crossbarScore: 87/100

Upright roof bike carrier with wheel-mount design. No fork removal required.

Manufacturer Price~$386

Approx., converted from U.S. MSRP.

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At a glance

Quick Specs

Max Bikes1
E-Bike CompatibleNo
Max Bike Weight18 kg
Total Weight Capacity18 kg

Why this product

Why the Yakima FrontLoader?

No front wheel removal required โ€” that is the key advantage over fork-mount carriers. You load the whole bike as-is onto the roof at 8 lbs per carrier. Carbon-frame-safe wheel-mount design, integrated locks, 40 lb limit for standard bikes. The trade-off versus fork-mount is a taller profile on the roof. I recommend this to riders who hate removing their front wheel or who have thru-axle bikes that make fork-mounting a hassle.

Detailed specs

Full Specifications

Max Bikes1
E-Bike CompatibleNo
Max Bike Weight18 kg
Total Weight Capacity18 kg
Tilt AwayNo
Folds FlatNo
Carbon Frame SafeYes
Lock Bikes to RackYes
Lock Rack to VehicleYes
E-Bike Ramp IncludedNo
Integrated Cable LockYes
Rack Weight6.5 kg
Installation DifficultyModerate
Anti-Sway CradlesNo
Folds When Not in UseNo
MaterialSteel
Noise RatingModerate

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