Freedom from your spare tire.While it's always good to carry a spare, some spare tires can just get in the way. We understand that here, which is why we made the world's first tray-style spare tire rack. It combines the flexibility of a spare tire mount, with Freedom's universal design, and easy adjustability. And though the included Freedom Spare Tire plate A fits most vehicles , some may require the purchase of Spare Tire plate B. Please check our Spare Tire fit guide to confirm which plate you will need.Protected By The CuscinoAt Saris we love bikes and it shows in every product we make. Our patent pending Cuscino, which is Italian for pillow, was designed by Fabio Pedrini to lovingly protect your bike during transit. View our video to learn more. Carries 2 bikes (35lbs/bike).Protective rubber holders adjust to fit all bike down tubes.Ratcheting straps keep bikes secure.Protective rubber holders adjust to fit almost any frame type. It's no secret that all Saris products come with a lifetime warranty in North America.

That means that we cover the product for as long as the original buyer owns it. Because we believe in the quality and durability of every Saris rack. If there is a defect in materials or workmanship (rare as they may be), please get in touch with our outstanding customer service team. If your rack has been damaged due to incorrect assembly, from backing into a wall, or something not related to workmanship, you will not qualify for a replacement. Displaying reviews 1-8Don't Do What I Did! Comment on this reviewSolid equipment! Describe Yourself:Casual/RecreationalComment on this reviewLove this rack! Describe Yourself:Avid CyclistComment on this reviewmy one and only for my truck Describe Yourself:Casual/RecreationalComment on this reviewOverall Excellent! Describe Yourself:Avid CyclistComment on this reviewLove my Saris Spare Tire Rack Describe Yourself:Casual/RecreationalComment on this review(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)lack of competition? Describe Yourself:Avid CyclistComment on this reviewSo Far, So Good!

Describe Yourself:Avid CyclistComment on this reviewDisplaying reviews 1-8Back to top Wondering if this rack will fit your vehicle? View Our Fit GuideGet answers from real customers and in-house experts with AnswerBox.1-8Q: Are the wheel trays independently adjustable to hold two different size bikes, ie a full sized and youth's bike?8/16/2016Jeremy Virginia1 answer A: No, the cradles do not adjust independently. Chocolate Dapple Dachshund Puppies For Sale Uk8/16/2016 Community AnswerNoneQ: How do I center the bikes on my 2005 Honda CRV, as the tire is positioned to the right on the vehicle?8/Morkie Puppies Sale Phoenix Az14/2016Larry Little Rock, AR1 answer A: The horizontal tube includes multiple mounting holes so that you can offset the bar to keep everything centered behind the vehicle with an offset spare tire. Best Type Of Vacuum Cleaner For Berber Carpet

8/19/2016 AnonymousQ: Just wondering if this rack will work on my 35 inch spare tire with a 3.75 backspacing for my 2006 jeep wrangler7/5/2016jeep guy1 answer A: Yes, the Freedom Spare Tire should work without any issues. 7/8/2016 AnonymousQ: The base bar for the Rack is too short to match the wheelbase of the XXL bike. Is there any alternative solution to this problem? Maybe an extension bar or longer base bar?Bike - XXL Scott mountain bike.6/1/2016Lee UAE1 answer A: Unfortunately, we do not have an alternative solution to carry a longer wheel base bicycle on the rack. 6/15/2016 AnonymousQ: I would like to purchase a Saris Freedom 2 bike carrier to put on the spare tire on the back of my Flagstaff fold-down hard side camper (model #: T12DDST). I'm wondering if it will fit this camper?5/9/2016JT Hannibal, MO1 answer A: Unfortunately, none of our racks are approved for use on campers. 5/10/2016 AnonymousQ: What is the distance from the spare tire to the tray. How far does it extend from the back tire?

can this rack be raised or lowered?3/18/2016paula pittsburgh pa1 answer A: From the front of the mounting hole to the outer most tray is 18". This rack cannot be raised or lowered. 6/2/2016 AnonymousQ: Is there a locking bolt available to lock the vertical tube to the adapter. Looks like anyone with a wrench could steal the bikes by unbolting the tube and take everything as one unit1/4/2016Jim Warner Robins, GA1 answer A: Unfortunately, we do not have a locking option available for the Freedom Spare Tire rack. However, we do have an 8ft locking cable in our accessories that you might be able to use to secure the rack to the vehicle. 1/6/2016 AnonymousQ: If you happen to get a flat tire, will the rack sit tight enough to the rim to keep the rack from moving? Is there any kind of theft protection on the rack? Looks like a thief could just unbolt the rack and walk off with it.11/19/2015kyle123 Oklahoma City, OK, United States1 answer A: Since the rack does rely on the tire to securely keep it in place, if you do get a flat it would be best to stop using the rack until the tire has been replaced.

There are no security features of the rack. You could remove the rack and place it in the back of the vehicle when not in use. Freedom Spare Tire Product Manual View the Spare Tire Rack fit guide PDF • Hit the Back button on your browser and try again • Check the URL for typographical errors • Go to our home page and review the available options • Check our site map for a list of available pages2002-2006 Honda CR-V: Used Car Review The second-generation 2002-06 Honda CR-V sticks closely to the formula outlined by the original CR-V, but adds more power, more interior room and more styling. Although the 2002-2006 Honda CR-V SUV is bigger and heavier than the previous generation, fuel economy remains the same and horsepower is actually increased. This is due to a more efficient 2.4-liter engine with variable valve timing, as well as a revised five-speed automatic transmission introduced in 2005. Early model EX trims offer anti-lock brakes and side curtain airbags, two safety features that would later become standard on 2005 and newer models.

Other small SUV’s competing with the CR-V included the Toyota RAV4, Subaru Forester, Ford Escape and the Mitsubishi Outlander. Of course, only the Toyota RAV4 can match the 2002-06 Honda CR-V’s excellent resale and reliability ratings, followed closely by the Subaru Forester.Why You Want ItIn the compact SUV class, the 2002-06 Honda CR-V is our favorite used vehicle pick. It’s cute, compact, and very roomy, with a ton of rear seat legroom, ample headroom and a generous cargo hold that can be expanded by flipping and folding the rear seats forward. Clever features, like the concealed fold-out picnic table speak to the CR-V’s fun and versatile side, while its peppy 160 horsepower engine is more than sufficient to pull a loaded CR-V to the beach or, with the available Real Time 4WD, to a mountain ski resort. The CR-V is good on gas too, although more so on the open highway than in around town driving. And, other than a few well-known minor problem areas, the 2002-2006 Honda CR-V is very reliable used car buy that holds its value well even as its mileage pushes past the 100,000-mile mark.

Notable Features & OptionsThe base 2002-06 Honda CR-V trim is the LX. Available with front-wheel- or 4-wheel drive (4WD) and a choice of 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic (5-speed automatic after 2005), the LX trim is nicely equipped. Included on the LX trim are black bumpers and mirrors, 4-wheel disc brakes, air conditioning, power windows, removable fold-out picnic table, a rear wiper/washer, tilt wheel, 15-inch steel wheels, power mirrors, power locks, cruise control and an AM/FM/CD/Cassette stereo. The EX adds color keyed mirrors, anti-lock brakes, front side airbags, remote keyless entry, a power moonroof, alloy wheels and a 6-disc CD changer. After 2005, all models gain anti-lock brakes, electronic traction and stability control, front side-impact airbags and side curtain airbags. Both trims are powered by a 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine teamed to a 5-speed manual transmission. 4WD is also available on both trims. In 2005, the SE trim is added bringing heated front seats, leather interior, heated side mirrors, color keyed bumpers, mirrors and door handles as well as color keyed side molding and a hard spare tire shell.

Model Milestones2003 - Other than a CD case-friendly center console upgrade, there are no major changes for 2003.2004 - A passenger side power door lock switch is added, and a new tan interior option is made available for both trims.2005 - The CR-V gets a mild face lift and a new 5-speed automatic transmission (replaces the previous year’s 4-speed auto). New standard safety features include anti-lock brakes, electronic traction and stability control, front side-impact airbags, and side curtain airbags. The SE trim is also introduced this year.2006 - No major changes for 2006.Engines and PerformanceThe 2002-2006 Honda CR-V offers only one engine choice: A 160-horsepower 2.4-liter 4-cylinder. Equipped with Honda’s VTEC (variable valve timing and lift) technology, the 2.4-liter delivers excellent power, smooth operation and great fuel economy. The standard five-speed manual is a rarity in the field, and usually difficult to find as most owners opted for the automatic. Honda’s Real Time 4WD option is a part-time system that engages when the front wheels slip, but there is no two-speed transfer case or locking low gear, so off-roading is off the table.

On the road, the CR-V feels balanced and poised. Despite having nearly 7-inches of ground clearance, the CR-V rounds corners with the confidence of a small sedan. The steering is direct and very responsive and the automatic transmission shifts smoothly with little gear hunting or abrupt gear changes. We found the CR-V’s brakes to be good, but the brake pedal feels a bit soft and has a long travel. Interior sound levels are okay, with a bit of tire and wind noise creeping in at highway speeds, but not obtrusively so. The EPA rates the front drive Honda CR-V with a manual transmission at 20 mpg city/ 26 mpg highway. The 2005 and new CR-V’s with the five-speed auto and AWD are rated at 20/25 (19/24 with the 5-speed manual). Recalls, Safety Ratings and WarrantiesThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, or NHTSA, has issued the following recalls for the 2002-2006 Honda CR-V.2002 - Recalls were issued for possible defective front seat belt pretensioners, and a defective driver’s side airbag that can become overly pressurized causing the inflator to rupture.

Further recalls include a problem with metal particles interfering with the ignition switch allowing the key to be removed with the transmission not in park, and a faulty front seat belt anchoring nut that could come lose.2002-2003 - A recall was issued for vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission that may suffer excessive corrosion of the shift cable linkage, causing the transmission no to shift into park.2002-2004 - A recall was issued regarding faulty driver’s side airbag wiring that may be cause the airbag not to inflate.2005 - A recall was issued for a possible defective side passenger occupant position detection sensor. 2006 - A recall was issued for a possible defective driver’s power window switch that could fail or melt.Your dealer can check to see if the repairs were performed and if not, will fix the car at no charge to you.As for safety, the 2002-2006 Honda CR-V earns good marks from both the government and the Institute for Highway Traffic Safety (IIHS), with better marks going to vehicles equipped with side impact airbags.

In NHTSA’s test, the CR-V scores five out of five stars in both front end and side impact test with or without side airbags. IIHS gives the 2002-06 Honda CR-V a GOOD rating in the frontal off-set crash test and side impact test for cars with side airbags. CR-V’s not equipped with side airbags received a rating of MARGINAL in the side-impact test. The 2002-2006 Honda CR-V has a 3-year/36,000 mile warranty that has long since expired. The 2002-2006 Honda CR-V is too old to qualify for Honda’s Certified Pre-Owned program.Word on the WebFor the most part, you’ll find nothing but glowing reviews and excellent scores from consumer and customer sites alike. Consumer Reports gives high marks to the 2002-06 Honda CR-V, with the notable exception of the climate control and brakes. We found numerous customer complaints on line regarding the faulty air conditioning compressors on 2002-2004 models, as well as complaints of soft brakes and excessive brake pad and rotor wear. There was also an early warning to those who change their own oil (or take it to a place like Jiffy Lube) to be sure the oil filter is properly tightened.

petitive SetIn as much as resale and reliability matter, the Toyota RAV4 is the best equal to the CR-V. But, the 2002-2004 RAV4 isn’t as refined, nor is it as powerful as the CR-V. In 2005, the RAV4 was given a bigger engine on par with the CR-V, and in 2006 a new larger model is given a third-row seat. You could look at the Ford Escape, which offers as much room as the CR-V and the option of a V6 engine, but its resale and repair history are both lack-luster. The 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is a little known competitor to the CR-V, but actually isn’t a bad choice, offering many of the same features for less money. The Outlander’s repair and reliability ratings are also pretty good. The Subaru Forester isn’t as roomy inside, especially in the backseat area, but it does offer permanent all-wheel drive, a turbocharged engine option and equally good resale and reliability ratings. However, the Forester will probably cost more than the CR-V, and its 2.5-liter boxer engine has earned a well-earned reputation for blowing head gaskets around the 100,000 mile mark.