Thule 568 TopRide Locking Upright Cycle Carrier

The Thule 568 TopRide Locking Upright Cycle Carrier is a premium fork-mounted roof carrier for secure bike transport without frame clamping. Its broad axle support suits quick-release and thru-axle bikes. A guided adaptor and clear lock checks also make it easier to secure a bike at roof height. The carrier supports bikes weighing up to 18kg.

Key Features and Benefits:

• Fork-mounted frame protection: The carrier secures the bike through its fork instead of clamping the frame tubes. This prevents pressure being placed on carbon, aluminium or unusual frame shapes and helps protect the bike during transport.
• Wide axle compatibility: Adaptors are included for 100mm quick-release, 12 x 100mm, 15 x 100mm and 15 x 110mm axles. This allows the same carrier to hold a wide range of road, gravel and mountain bikes without the need for a different rack.
• Ground-level fork adaptor fitting: The fork adaptor can be attached to the bike while both wheels are still on the ground. The adaptor then guides the bike into the carrier, which reduces the need to align small parts while holding the bike above the vehicle.
• Guided loading track: The fork adaptor slides along a shaped track and clicks into its final position. This controls the movement of the bike during loading and helps you place it correctly before securing the rear wheel.
• Audible and visible security checks: The axle clamping lever closes with a clear click and provides a visible mounting indicator. These two checks confirm that the fork is secured and remove doubt before you start driving.
• AcuTight quick-release control: Quick-release bikes are secured with a torque limiter knob that clicks when the correct clamping force is reached. This helps prevent loose fitting or excess force and gives the fork a secure, controlled hold.
• Adjustable rear wheel support: The protective rear wheel cradle and strap hold tyres up to 3 inches wide. The support reduces wheel movement, while the integrated cable lock helps deter opportunist theft during short stops.
• Wide bike capacity: The carrier holds bikes weighing up to 18kg, with wheel sizes from 16 to 32 inches and wheelbases up to 1250mm. It also works with disc brakes, so it supports many road, gravel, mountain and children’s bikes.
• Bike and carrier locks: The locking system secures the bike to the carrier and the carrier to the roof bars. Thule One-Key compatibility also lets you match the lock cylinders with other compatible Thule products for simpler key management.
• Flexible and tested installation: The carrier can be set up on either side of the vehicle and fits a wide range of Thule roof bars. It is City Crash tested, TÜV-GS approved and covered by a five-year warranty for added long-term assurance.

A secure roof carrier should protect the bike and provide a clear, repeatable loading process. The TopRide holds the fork firmly, guides it into position and confirms correct fitting through sight and sound. Its wide axle and wheel compatibility also means it can remain useful when you change bikes or carry different bike types.

Choose the Thule TopRide for a frame-safe roof setup with broad bike compatibility and clear security checks. Its guided loading system makes it a practical option for regular road, gravel and mountain bike transport.

Technical Specifications:

• Load capacity: 18kg
• Dimensions: 140 x 21 x 15.3cm
• Carrier weight: 3.5kg
• Fits round frame dimensions: All
• Fits maximum oval frame dimensions: All
• Maximum tyre width: 3 inches
• Wheel size range: 16–32 inches
• Maximum wheelbase: 1250mm
• Thru-axle compatible: Yes
• Carbon frame compatible: Yes
• Carbon fork dropout compatible: Yes
• Fits roof bars with 20 x 20mm T-tracks: Yes
• Fits roof bars with 24 x 30mm T-tracks: Yes, with Thule T-track Adaptor 889-3
• Fits Thule WingBar Evo: Yes
• Fits Thule WingBar Edge: Yes
• Fits Thule WingBar: Yes
• Fits Thule ProBar Evo: Yes
• Fits Thule SquareBar Evo: Yes, with the Thule FastRide and TopRide Around-the-Bar Adaptor
• Fits Thule SlideBar: Yes
• Thule One-Key System compatible: Yes
• Country of origin: Poland
• Colour: Black
• Model number: 568001