Bike Fork Mount for R1T: Another alternative for the swing out bike rack?

Rivian Mom · 2025-05-15T14:45:12+00:00

I've been using my phone's hotspot for months, and my Rivian connects to it automatically to run TuneIn and Spotify through the built-in apps on the main display. To be clear, this wasn’t Bluetooth streaming but actual phone data, and the apps worked perfectly without any issues. In Monday for the first time, I saw a Connect+ message pop up, even though the truck was linked to my phone’s data. I can still stream from my phone using Bluetooth, but the sound quality and user experience weren’t as good. This issue started between over-the-air software updates, though it might be tied to a specific date in the system. I tried a soft reset, but nothing changed. Has anyone heard if Rivian changed their policy on this? I remember Connect+ used to mention it provided "data" for streaming apps, suggesting you could use your own data instead. Now, it seems like you need Connect+ just to access the apps at all. I was surprised they allowed phone hotspots to work before, so this might be a deliberate change. I’m okay with paying for Connect+ if this isn’t just a temporary glitch. Any insights would be appreciated.

Vincent

Active Wheeler

Dec 5, 2024

Hey fellow bike enthusiasts!
I got to fit test these fork mounts on the Rivian rack for a friend that develops these for a company. They slid in perfect and tighten easily with just your fingers.

They will also be fabricating more fitment options to include a bed mounted wheel rack using the existing tie down inserts for a no-drill in-bed option in the near future for those who don’t like to take the front wheel off.

The quality and look of these products are second to none. It's another option for anyone who can't get the swing out bike rack.

Last edited: Dec 6, 2024

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