Abstract: Devices and methods are disclosed for securely locking a bike to a bike rack, and in some embodiments for locking the bike rack to a vehicle. In one embodiment, the bike rack includes a locking stud that matches a removable security handle for locking a bike to the bike rack. In another embodiment, a locking stud matches a removable security handle for locking the bike rack to the vehicle. In certain embodiments, the locking stud is flush with a housing of the locking stud, or can be at least partially recessed within the housing. In some embodiments, the bike rack includes a down tube support and a chainstay support.

Abstract: Apparatus and method for connecting a bicycle to a motor vehicle includes a crank axle support which supports the crank axle of the bicycle, a crank arm connector which connects to the crank arm of the bicycle, and a down tube connector which connects to the down tube of the bicycle. The crank arm connector and the down tube connector are adjustable to accommodate different style and size bicycles. The apparatus can be placed in in-use, lowered, and storage positions.

Abstract: A connector for connecting a bicycle having a frame member to a bicycle carrier includes a frame rest which is shaped and dimensioned to receive the frame member of the bicycle. A line is wrapped around the frame rest and the frame member of the bicycle. A coupler connects to the frame rest, wherein during the connection the coupler urges the line toward the frame member of the bicycle thereby tightening the line around the frame rest and the frame member of the bicycle.