Transport a single bicycle atop the roof of your vehicle with a quality Echelon™ rack from Thule. The fork-mount bike rack raises the bar on fork mounts with its new improved ETC™ (Equalized Twin Cam) clamping system. The Thule 518 has a centrally located cam lever and ergonomic adjustment knob to allow rapid loading/unloading of a bicycle. The Echelon™ bike rack fits all disc/suspension combinations with standard 9mm axles. Bikes with wheelbases up to 48" will fit onto the fork-mount bike rack. The dual locking design on the Thule rack locks the bike to the carrier and the carrier to the rack. The wheel tray on the Echelon™ fits tire widths up to 2.6" wide with high profile rims. Easily mount the Echelon™ rack to round or rectangular cross bars (mounting hardware included). View our available cargo accessories below.
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- 1-bike capacity
- Fits all disc/suspension combinations with standard 9mm axles
- Dual locking design locks bike to carrier and carrier to rack
- Carries bikes with wheelbases up to 48"
- Fits rectangular and round roof cross bars
- Can be used on right or left side of vehicle
- Compatible w/ Thule One Key™ locks (sold separately)
- Compatible w/ Thule Ride-On™ Adapter (sold separately)
- Instructions
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1-Bike Thule Echelon™ Rack Product Specifications & Price
| Item # |
Manufacturer |
Description |
Max Wheel Width |
Max Bike Wheelbase |
Price |
| 518 |
Thule |
Echelon™ 1-Bike Fork-Mount Bike Rack |
2.6" Wide |
48" |
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Recommended Accessories
| Item # |
Description |
Image |
Price |
| 512 |
Thule One Key™ Lock Cylinder System
Includes 2 keyed alike locks and keys
Thule One Key™ Lock Cylinder System Product Details |
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+ 5 s&h
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| 532 |
Thule Ride-On Adapter™
Allows Thule roof mount bike carriers to be used w/ vehicle's factory installed rack - Fits most factory racks; includes universal mounting hardware
Thule Ride-On Adapter™ Product Details |
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+ FREE Shipping!
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| PWS |
Portable / Folding Wheel Step
No assembly required - Folds flat to store under a seat - Fits most car and light truck tires with 9" - 13" width
Portable Wheel Step Product Details |
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+ 10 s&h
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| HS-010 |
Folding Hitch Step
Helps gain access to rear or top of vehicle using a Class III or IV 2" receiver
Usable Size: 19.75" x 16.75" - Overall Size: 34.5" Long X 19.75" Wide X 5" High
Folding Hitch Step Video Demo (being used to load a motorcycle)
Folding Hitch Step Product Details |
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+ 17 s&h
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| HS-125 |
Trailer Hitch Step
Provides access to the top of a vehicle using a Class I or II 1-1/4" receiver
Grip Area: 20" L x 3" W - Overall Size: 36" L x 9" W x 3" H
Trailer Hitch Step Product Details |
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+ 15 s&h
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| RCB-3745-U |
Pair of Standard Universal Round Cross Bars
Feet adjust to 3 different positions from 37" to 45" - 47 3/4" long bars - Weight Capacity: 150 lbs
Universal Car Top Carrier Product Details |
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+ 12 s&h
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| BT-22047-1 |
Bike Multi-Tool
Includes flathead and Phillips screwdrivers, socket hex wrenches, hex key wrenches, a solid wrench tool, and spoke wrench
Bike Multi-Tool Product Details |
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+ 4 s&h
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| BT-21042 |
Bike Repair Kit
Includes a 16-in-1 multi-tool, tire patch items, tire levers, and carrying case
Bike Repair Kit Product Details |
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+ 4 s&h
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| Cargo Nets |
Cargo Nets
Available in small, medium and large sizes
Cargo Nets Product Details |
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| VH-Strap |
4 Piece Cargo Tie Down Straps
1 inch wide x 6 feet long
Kit Includes: 2 cam straps & 2 ratchet straps
Cargo Tie Down Strap Kit Product Details |
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+ 8 s&h
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| Cable Locks |
Available in two lengths (6 ft. & 10 ft.).
Great for securing bicycles, motorcycles, cargo and small equipment
Cable Locks Product Details |
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$19.99 - $24.99 + FREE Shipping!
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| 538XT |
Thule 6' Steel Braided Cable Lock
For locking ladders, tools, and other cargo. Includes a One-Key™ lock cylinder
Thule Cable Lock Product Details |
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+ 6 s&h
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