Cycling is booming—especially with the rise of e-bikes! Whether you're heading on a road trip or a weekend getaway, Volkswagen Accessories’ bicycle carriers make transporting your bikes effortless. Mounted on the towing hitch, they ensure a secure and hassle-free journey—so your customers can hit the road and the trails with ease.
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Overview of Volkswagen Genuine bicycle carriers
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Cross-vehicle use
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High payload thanks to low weight
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Also suitable for e-bikes
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Pre-assembled for easy installation
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With the Volkswagen license plate holder
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With the Volkswagen Genuine Premium bicycle carrier, up to two bicycles or e-bikes can be transported on the vehicle's towing hitch. The Premium bicycle carrier with innovative leverless closure and large folding function (90 degrees) offers numerous improvements compared to the previous model:
New lighting unit
New Volkswagen Genuine number plate holder
New folding mechanism
Ratchet tooth strap system with quick-release fastener that can be replaced without tools
Easy, optional retrofitting for tire widths up to 4.5 inches
New retaining clips on the spacers in 2K technology for even better stability and durability
Tested according to DIN 75303, City Crash Plus tested
Part number: 000071105T
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Folds Down, Works Great: The advantages of Volkswagen Genuine bicycle carriers
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Comfortable loading at body height thanks to drive-on rail
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Easy folding down via large foot pedal
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Free access to the luggage compartment thanks to the folding mechanism
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Selected carriers with 90° fold-down function for vehicles with large tailgates
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Secure and easy installation with tension lever closure
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Innovative leverless installation for Premium and Basic carriers
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Ratchet system for secure attachment of bicycles to the wheel rail
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Compact folding size for space-saving transport and storage
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Ongoing success
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Volkswagen Genuine bicycle carrier Compact II and Compact III
Take your cycling adventures anywhere with the Volkswagen Genuine Compact bicycle carrier. Designed for ease of use, this lightweight and compact carrier securely transports your bikes while maintaining full access to your vehicle’s luggage compartment. Thanks to its intuitive foot-operated folding function, you can conveniently tilt the carrier—even with bikes mounted—ensuring hassle-free access to your boot.
Transport of two or even three bicycles
Folds to save space
Easy installation with tension lever closure
Includes practical transport bag
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Volkswagen Genuine bicycle carrier Basic
The innovative attachment mechanism of the bicycle carrier Basic automatically fixes the carrier by simply 'sliding' it vertically onto the ball head and then 'folding it down'. The patented leverless closure allows for energy-saving and easy installation. The bicycle carrier Basic is space-saving foldable and thus also suitable for selected vehicles for transport in the spare wheel well.
For transporting two bicycles or e-bikes
Not foldable on the vehicle
Removable spacers with anti-theft protection and one-hand operation
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Volkswagen Genuine bicycle carrier Basic Flex
The particularly large folding angle of the bicycle carrier Basic Flex ensures access to the luggage compartment, especially for the Caddy and Multivan – even when the bicycles are already attached to the carrier. The folding mechanism is activated by operating the foot pedal to open the luggage compartment. The removable spacers with anti-theft protection and one-hand operation ensure special user-friendliness. The bicycle carrier Basic Flex is space-saving foldable and thus also suitable for selected vehicles for transport in the spare wheel well.
For transporting two bicycles or e-bikes
Optionally expandable for transporting three bicycles or two e-bikes
Extra wide folding
Part number: 000071105G
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Volkswagen Genuine Extension kit for a third bicycle
Need more space for your cycling adventures? The Volkswagen Genuine extension kit increases the transport capacity of the Bicycle Carrier Basic Flex, allowing you to carry an additional bicycle with ease. Designed for seamless integration, this extension ensures a secure and stable fit, maintaining the high-quality performance and safety standards of your Volkswagen bike carrier.
Expands capacity – Adds one extra bike space to the Bicycle Carrier Basic Flex
Easy installation – Simple and secure attachment for hassle-free setup
Sturdy and reliable – Ensures a firm hold for safe transport
Volkswagen Genuine accessory – Perfectly compatible with the Basic Flex model
Part number: 000071109B
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The Volkswagen test procedures for Volkswagen Genuine bicycle carriers on the vehicle’s towing hitch go beyond legal requirements. The bicycle carrier Premium is tested according to the even stricter City Crash Plus criteria and meets DIN 75303. Our test procedures at a glance:
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Simple and safe installation
Sensitivity to cleaning and scratching
Operating devices
Theft protection
Installation test
Defined attachment on the ball and attachment of the load that cannot be changed by the customer
Driving / Traction test
Driving tests
Cobblestone ride 15km/h to max. 35km/h
Potholes and manhole covers
Cornering (60/80 km/h)
Emergency braking from 100 km/h
Tensile tests according to DIN 75303 (since the new Premium bike carrier, part no. 000-071-105-T)
No deformation of the carrier
No displacement of the load
Material / Laboratory tests
DIN 75303
168 h salt spray test
250 h weather resistance test
6 h heat resistance (80°C) with 120% permissible load
Cold drop test from a height of 1m (-20°C)
PV1210
10 cycles in humid/warm salt spray (1 cycle = 24 h)
VW 60330
Testing the electronic wiring harnesses
Test stand / Endurance tests
Road test in the proving ground
20,000 km drive on the proving ground in Ehra
100% max. permissible load
City Crash Plus (since the new Premium bike carrier, part no. 000-071-105-T)
Crash test (simulated rear-end collision) with own vehicle
Acceleration 12g (30 km/h), 50 m/s with 120% transport load
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Volkswagen Genuine loading ramp
Make loading your bikes easier than ever with the Volkswagen Genuine Loading Ramp. Designed for effortless handling, this ramp allows you to simply push your bicycle or heavy e-bike onto the carrier with minimal effort—no heavy lifting required.
Usable for all Volkswagen Genuine bicycle carriers for the towing hitch
Space-saving foldable
Max. load 30 kg
Storage bag included
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Toothed belt conversion kits
The toothed belt conversion kits also allow bicycles, e-bike and fatbikes with wide tyres up to 4.5' (11.5 cm) to be transported on the bicycle carrier. Consisting of 4 extra-long toothed belts.
Easy retrofitting of the toothed belt
10 cm longer toothed belt compared to the standard version
Available in two versions: with quick-release or screw-release fastener
Quick-Release Part number: 000071705B
Screw-Release Part number: 000071705C
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Volkswagen Genuine transport and storage bag
This makes it easy to store the folded bike carrier: It finds the perfect place in the transport and storage bag.
For easier transport as well as space-saving and protected storage
With zipper and carrying handles
Bag for bicycle carrier Premium Part number: 000071226B
Bag for bicycle carrier Basic Part number: 000071226A
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Leave Nothing Behind: Tailgate Transport Solutions +++ Easy loading +++ Safe transport of up to 4 bicycles +++
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Volkswagen Genuine bicycle carrier Premium for the tailgate
A practical and efficient solution for transporting up to four bicycles, with a maximum weight capacity of 60 kg. It is designed to accommodate bicycles with round tubular frames up to 55 mm or oval frames up to 55 x 45 mm in diameter. The carrier comes pre-assembled, ensuring a quick and hassle-free installation. It also features lockable spacers to securely hold the bikes in place during transit. One of its standout features is the ability to open the tailgate with the carrier still attached, even on vehicles with an electric tailgate, as long as no bicycles are mounted. In addition, the carrier comes with bicycle mounting straps and a paintwork protection film to safeguard your vehicle. Ideal for family trips or weekend getaways, this carrier offers a space-saving and reliable solution for transporting your bikes.
For T5/T6GP Multivan, Shuttle, California and Transporter
Max. 4 bicycles
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Volkswagen Genuine bicycle carrier Comfort for the tailgate
Designed for space-saving transport of up to four bicycles, with a maximum weight capacity of 60 kg. It features a pre-assembled, intelligent design that allows easy access to the tailgate even with the carrier attached (without bicycles). However, it is not suitable for vehicles with an electric rear lid. The carrier's aluminum bicycle rails feature movable mounting feet, ensuring bicycles are spaced apart to prevent contact. Removable and lockable frame holders ensure secure and convenient loading. Quick-release fasteners make it easy to securely fix the wheels in place. The carrier also includes a paintwork protection film and requires a minimum gap of 4.5 mm between the tailgate and tail light cluster for installation.
For T6/T6GP Multivan, Shuttle, California, Transporter
Max. 4 bicycles
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Volkswagen Genuine bicycle carrier for the rear wing door
Designed for the space-saving transport of two bicycles on the rear wing door, with a maximum carrying capacity of 35 kg. Featuring a sporty black design that complements an off-road look, the carrier offers 20 cm of spacing between the rails, making it easy to load the bicycles. The rim retaining straps, equipped with a ratchet function, securely hold the wheels in place, while the removable and lockable bicycle support arms ensure a stable fit. The carrier also includes torque-limiting knobs that click once the optimal torque is reached, ensuring safe and proper installation. Additionally, the height-adjustable base frame allows for versatile positioning, and the rear wing door can still be opened without needing to remove the bicycles.
For Crafter Grand California
Max. 2 bicycles
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Volkswagen Genuine Rear Box
Up to 300 l of extra storage space: The Volkswagen Genuine rear box is attached to the towing hitch on the bicycle carrier.