SINGLES & SHORT BIKES

Draftmaster - the smart way to carry road, mountain, gravel, SWB recumbent, E-bikes, fat-bikes

 

Configurations for 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 “short” bikes

  • Bikes with wheelbases 28 – 48 inches fit on Draftmaster’s Cross Arm Assembly without the need for a Specialty Rail.

  • No frame contact means the Draftmaster works with any frame style. Diamond frame, sloping top tube, step thru, carbon fiber, shaped tubes – it just doesn’t matter with a Draftmaster.

  • Our classic fork mounts fit traditional 9x100 “quick release” fork spacing.

  • Got a Thru Axle front fork? Our TA series fork mounts are the answer.

    • TA fork mounts consist of a common Base plus a sized Head.

    • Heads are available for thru axle sizes 12x100, 12x110, 15x100, 15x110, and traditional 9x100 QR forks.

    • Heads can be positioned with the fork straight across, or tilted left or right 40° to nest your handlebars.

    • Our unique direct mount system eliminates the roll-over problem of thru axle adapters.

    • Fully compatible with disc brakes - of course!

    • Heads can be swapped out if your axle size changes.

  • Both our classic fork mounts and TA fork mounts are rated for 100 lb (45 kg) each, up to 200 lb max on the Draftmaster.

    • Your vehicle/receiver may limit how much you can carry to less than the Draftmaster’s capability. We recommend no more than ½ your receiver’s tongue load capacity including the weight of the Draftmaster and bikes on it.

  • Wheel trays for any need:

    • Standard trays are 200 mm long and fit tires up to 2.5 inches wide.

      • Also available in 300 mm XL version for those rare instances where a little extra tray length is needed.

    • Fat-tire wheel tray kits are available for tires wider than 2.5 inches.

  • Got fenders? Since there is only air space between the fork mount and rear wheel tray it doesn’t matter how low your fender hangs.

  • Eliminate risk to frame and paint. No awkward cradles, frame straps, clamping arms or anti-sway gizmos.

  • Also need to carry long bikes or trikes? Specialty Rail modules can be added to any Draftmaster.

 

Options for your Draftmaster

  • Topper Lok security skewer with long-throw cam. Lock your bike to the rack.

  • Front Wheel Carrier holds up to four wheels. Hides away when not in use.

  • Security Hitch Bolt. Lock your Draftmaster to your car.

  • Extra long 300 mm rear wheel tray kits.

  • Fat-tire rear wheel tray kits.

  • Add a Specialty Rail - for bikes that don’t fit directly onto the Cross Arm Assembly.

 

Standard with all Draftmaster rack systems

  • Walk-up access to your tailgate - without removing bikes. Get at your stuff easily.

  • Carrier swings back & down for easy loading. No high lifting required.

  • All bikes and trikes are always immediately accessible. Get at the bike you want without removing the others.

  • Bikes ride "in the draft" for better gas mileage.

  • Simple assembly and easy operation.

  • Easy to remove and store with Draftmaster’s quick-connect design.

  • Modules are interchangeable to accommodate changing needs.

  • Available for 2.00" and 1.25" receivers.

  • Backed by a two year warranty - but we are confident you’ll never need it.

  • MADE IN USA, by us, in our own factory - always!