Go for the fork mount. It is more secure(stable) than the down tube mount.
Also, with the front wheel off, the bike will be a little lighter and a lot
less cumbersome. if you are only putting on one bike mount make sure you put
it above the sliding door, standing in the doorway gives you a little extra
height .
Good Luck,
Don
Thule Junkie
82 gti vanagon
----- Original Message -----
From: "SpaceKommander" <jboldway@BEE.NET>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Sunday, June 02, 2002 12:57 AM
Subject: Roof Rack Questions

> Howdy!
> I purchased a Thule roof rack system for my kayak today at EMS. Got the
> #877 rollercoaster kit for the kayak. Not sure what to do for the bike -
> the Westy roof is as tall as me and my outstretched arms. Obviously I'll
> need something to stand on. Should I go for fork mount or down tube mount?
> Anybody have any experience with roof racks for a Westy?
>