BMW Z4 E85 Luggage Rack

BMW Z4 E85 Luggage Rack :

Revo-Rack E85 Black $549 CAD

Revo-Rack E85 PA $649 CAD

Revo-Rack is a unique design of BMW Z4 E85 Luggage Rack that eliminates the risk of paint damage, caused by steel clamps or straps on the fragile boot/trunk lid edges.

We have been manufacturing the Revo-Rack since 2016 with the choice of two finishes black or PA (polished anodised) which creates a chrome like shine. We only sell direct over the web.

We designed Revo-Rack in 2015. The issue with fitting a conventional metal clamp based luggage rack to a modern Z4 boot lid is the 2.7mm panel gap - there is no room for a metal clamp.

Revo-Rack attaches to your Z4 E85 using vacuum cup technology, these are not suction cups. Suction is what creates vacuum. Vacuum is the total absence of air whereas suction is the process done to achieve a vacuum. The Z4 E85 requires two additional multi directional stainless steel joints due to the shape of the boot/trunk lid, these allow the vacuum cups to curve to the shape of the boot/trunk lid and ensure a secure fit. The grey buttons on the side of the cups pump out the air creating a huge, securing force.

close up of a revo-rack luggage rack on an XXX

The grey buttons pump the air out. These are not suction cups

In 2015 Revo-rack was independently certified by TUV Italy part of the global TUV testing and certification business. It went through speed, braking and force tests, to ISO 11154:2006 Revo-Rack passed all these tests and is certified to carry 20kg/45lbs. Since 2016 we have sold over 10,000 Revo-Racks and never had a failure.

 

Why a Revo-Rack BMW Z4 E85 Luggage Rack ?

  • No clamps
  • No bolts
  • No drilling
  • Shipped to Canada with DHL in 2-4 days
  • No paint damage
  • Not immediately obvious how to remove the rack - theft is difficult.
  • In manufacture since 2016 tried and tested by thousand's of customers
  • Conceived, designed and engineered for BMW's small panel gaps, too thin for a traditional clamp on the boot/trunk edge with a 3mm gap
  • Revo-Racks load carrying capacity has been rated at 25kg / 55 Ibs
  • Fitted in 30 seconds without tools
  • Supplied with luggage straps and cotton storage bag
  • The BMW Z4 E85 requires a specific model of the Revo-Rack with two multi directional joints please make sure you order this model.

The Rack Frame :

This BMW Z4 E85 Luggage rack is manufactured from 25mm/ 1" 6063-T5 tubing this is an aluminium and magnesium alloy ( it will never rust )  As a result the rack frame weighs only 1.672kg / 3.6lb perfect for todays aluminium and composite boot/trunk lids. The cross bars are machine welded in place to ensure consistency, the rack is powder coated black or hand polished and anodised. The frame measures 900x420mm  /  36"x17"

Vacuum cups  :

Revo-Rack is secured to your Z4 using three 120mm vacuum cups. These are rated by the manufacturer as capable of holding an 18kg/40lb load each.

Vacuum cups employ the force of atmospheric pressure to grip a surface: These are not suction cups. Suction is what creates vacuum. Vacuum is the total absence of air whereas suction is the process done to achieve a vacuum. The grey buttons on the side of the cups pump the air out from the cup creating a huge securing force.When a vacuum exists between the cup and the surface on which it is attached, the weight of Earth's atmosphere holds the cup in place with incredible force. Unlike suction cups that produce a vacuum as they pull away from the surface, Revo-Racks vacuum cups use a hand-actuated pump to efficiently remove air from between the rubber pad and the attaching surface thus creating a much more secure hold.

The Revo-Racks vacuum cup's pump feature a pump button with a red line, which serves as a vacuum indicator. Introduced in the1960's, this safety device is still recognized as one of the most reliable warning systems available. A few strokes of the pump evacuate the vacuum pad, causing it to seal securely to the car. When the cup is attached completely, the plunger stops moving and the red line is hidden within the pump. A visible red line indicates if air has leaked back into the pad, making vacuum insufficient to use the cup. However, if the red line becomes visible while the cup is in use, a check valve allows you to re pump the cup without losing the remaining vacuum.

Lifting on the release tab near the edge of the pad allows air to refill the evacuated space, so that the vacuum cup detaches completely. Revo-Rack sits 7.5cm / 3" off the trunk lid.

 

Soft rubber can never chip or mark paintwork

luggage rack on slk damaging paint

Fiddly to fit and liable to damage your Z4

 

black bmw z4 e85 with a black luggage rack fitted photographed close from the side

No metal clamps to chip and mark the edges of the fragile boot lid

rear photo of a black bmw z4 e85 with a black luggage rack fitted parked on a drive outside a white house

On sale since 2016 and certified to carry 20kg.

black bmw z4 e85 with a revo-rack stainless teel boot rack fitted

Revo-Rack PA is hand polished and anodised for a deep shine

silver bmw e85 with a revo-rack polished and anodised luggage rack fitted to the boot

Lightweight aluminium frame

close up of a revo-rack luggage rack fitted to a bmw z4 85

Revo-Rack for the Z4 E85 is supplied with two multi directional joints to allow the vacuum cups to rotate and attach the curvy boot lid on the rear two cups

silver bmw e85 with a revo-rack polished and anodised luggage rack fitted to the boot next to a wood

No clamps or metal straps on the fragile boot lid edges means zero risk of paint damage

bmw z4 e85 luggage rack details

Vacuum cup secured to boot/trunk lid.

Optional anti theft strap secures rack if thee car is left unattended for a long period

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hello Antony,

Delighted with what arrived.

We are as far away from the UK as you can get.. The Box containing the Rack arrived in just 7 days. Wow.

It looks like this rack will do the business!

We have a couple of long road trips over here this year so that will be a good test.. A good rack enables you to take those things your partner needs!

Here’s  a couple of pics.

 

Thank You again.

David Dunedin , New Zealand.

15.1.2020

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