 - Stinger Swinger hitch converts quickly from 2" to 1-1/4" out of the box
- Hitch Switch quick-release lever for fast storage of bike carrier arms
- Cradles lock down bikes while allowing complete adjustment along the bike arm
- Anti-sway cages, STL2 hitch lock and 538 cable lock sold seperately
- Carries up to 4 bikes
List Price: $229.00
Lowest Price: $199.95 
Product Description: The Thule® Roadway 4 brings you dependable performance and ease of use for hauling up to 4 bikes wherever you decide to ride. The Hitch Switch dual, quick-release levers allow for rapid rear vehicle access and T3 cradles lock down the bikes and cradle while still allowing complete adjustment along bike arm. Product Description: The Thule 914 Roadway 4-Bike Hitch Mount Rack sets the new standard for performance and ease of use. The Thule Roadway has a four bicycle carrying capacity, and provides you with the perfect combination of security and convenience. The Thule Roadway utilizes Thule's Stinger Swinger hitch that converts quickly from a two-inch receiver to a 1.25-inch receiver, right out of the box. This bicycle rack features Thule's Hitch Switch dual quick-release levers for rapid, rear vehicle access and folding arms for storage, and Thule's T3 Cradles that lock down bikes and cradles while still allowing complete adjustment along the bike arm. The Roadway weighs 36 pounds, has a maximum carrying capacity of 140 pounds, and is compatible with Thule's STL2 hitch lock, and 538 Cable (both sold separately) for a complete security solution. What's in the Box?
914 Roadway hitch mount bike rack, all necessary mounting hardware and securing straps, and instruction guide Manufacturer's Warranty
Limited lifetime warranty
Customer Reviews: Rating: 
Date: 2008-05-27
Well Built, Good Fit and Finish, Pleasantly Surprised
This is a great product.
The unit consists of a 1.25 inch receiver and a sleeve that screws onto it to convert it to fit into 2" receiver. It takes a couple of minutes to convert between sizes and is a solid, tight fit in either sized reciever.
This rack does not use the standard pin to hold it into the reciever like most reciever based products. Instead this rack uses a treaded bolt that screws into one of the sides (the center of the hitch is solid metal and is threaded). This actually makes for a very solid attachment with minimal "wiggle". The only drawback to this is that you cannot use a locking reciever pin....hence if you live in a high crime area, it would be possible for someone to use a wrench to take out the bolt and walk off with your bike rack. This is not a issue where I live, but could be for some.
The rack pivots in two places. One pivot is at the bottom allowing you to fold it down about 45 degrees to access a hatchback or rear door on a SUV, etc. (Note this only works when no bikes are attached and is primarily meant to allow you to use your vehicles rear hatch while leaving your bike rack attached). The second pivot is at the top and allows you to fold the rack flush with the back of your vehicle (this allows you to leave it attached and still park in the garage with minimal rear clearance). Basically, the rack is built to allow you to leave it attached all summer and still make full use of your vehicle. The pivot locking mechanisms are easy to release and snap back into the upright position.
This rack uses rubber saddles that you rest your bike frame on. There are rubber straps permanently attached at one end with many slots on the other end. You basically pull the straps over the bike frame and lock the strap in the slot that best fits. I have two adult bikes and two childrens bikes that I travel with. Each of my bikes is of a diffent frame design and style (which would be a challenge for any bike rack), so it took me a while to figure out the best order to place them on the rack. After a little experimentation, I found the right combination.
Overall I love this rack ! It surpassed my expectations and even folds up for easy storage. I have a GMC Denali and I leave the rack on all summer. I can easily fold it down when I need to access the rear door. When the bikes are mounted, I can still open the rear window for access into my vehicle. Rating:
Date: 2008-05-10
Great Rack easy to use tilt works great!
I just got this from Autobarn quick delivery easy to set up and use.
A must for the family on the go! Rating: 
Date: 2008-05-08
Misleading advertising and hostile customer service
This was my worst online shopping experience that I can remember. The advertisement for the rack was misleading and false when stating "...The bicycle rack features Thule's Hitch Switch dual quick-release levers for rapid, rear vehicle access...". But it purposely does not disclose the fact that the rack can only be tilted "without the bikes on the rack" making it virtually useless. Upon trying to return this product and requesting shipping charges to be paid by the seller due to the fact that the item is not what was expected the customer service rep and the manager were very hostile and unpleasant. I would never order anything from Autobarn again. Rating:
Date: 2007-08-23
very nice
The bike rack is very nice. It is a little harder to put all four bikes on it but works great otherwise. Rating:
Date: 2007-06-27
thule 4 bike bike rack
Easy to use. Bikes are a little close to each other when you have 4 bikes on the rack. but overall bike rack is easy to put in hitch receiver.
Glad i got it | 
