Thule INSTA-GATER 501 Installation Instructions Download Page 2

WARNINGS / LIMITATIONS  

• Fits 20-29" Wheels up to 3" wide tires.
• Carries up to 50lbs. bikes.
• Do not use this product in any vehicle with

a tailgate bed gap greater than 

1

2

"

• Ensure that front tire is fully inflated.
• Up to 3 Insta-Gaters can be used on tailgates

51" or greater.

• Up to 2 Insta-Gaters can be used on tailgates

34" or greater.

• The Insta-Gater should not be used with bicycles

having a head tube angle of less than 68˚.

• Check truck bed length to ensure bike fit.
• Check tightness of all bolts and knobs periodically.
• Not intended for off-road use.
• Check straps for wear and replace if worn.
• Not intended for tandems or recumbents.
• Do not install on a trailer or other towed vehicle.

INSTALLATION  

1

• Open the tailgate.

• Extend the straps by pressing the gray release

tab on the buckle.

• Place the rack in the bed as shown with the

anchors below the bed.

• Close the tailgate.

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