Fitting a bike in a MINI - MINI Cooper Forum

stripey · #1 (**permalink**) May 4th, 2005, 08:19 AM

Has anyone ever tried to get a bike in their mini? I have bought one but need to go and get it. I don't think it will fit, even with the wheels off, but if anyone has done it I'm happy to be proved wrong!

mini motoring · #2 (**permalink**) May 4th, 2005, 10:20 AM

Routinely get abike in the mini with no real probs .

Mini Mic · #3 (**permalink**) May 4th, 2005, 10:22 AM

yep no problems for us!

handlebar in the rear cup honder works a treat

stripey · #4 (**permalink**) May 4th, 2005, 10:31 AM

Cheers! I'll give it a go on Saturday (with lots of padding to protect the MINI, and the bike!)

RenaultF1 · #5 (**permalink**) May 4th, 2005, 12:02 PM

No problem. I can fit my road bike (47cm) in with the rear wheel still on it...need to take off the front though.

jwardell · #6 (**permalink**) May 4th, 2005, 02:38 PM

If you consult MINI's unauthorized users manual, it does in fact list how to do it.

I've done it myself once, and just removed the front wheel. It was tight and took a few tries.

The best advice I have is be sure to have something to pad the fork and other sharp items, they will easily scratch the plastic panels.

Quote: Originally Posted by Mini Mic

handlebar in the rear cup honder works a treat

Great idea