Reddit reviews Racor PIW-1R/PIW-1W Pro Wall-Mount Bike Hanger
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Mounts on wall or ceilingDurable epoxy finish for corrosion resistanceCable-lock slot for optimal security. Molded rubber hook guards to protect tire and rimLaser-cut, 12-gauge steel for unsurpassed durabilityEasy installation with provided hardware
Not this specific one but it's the same concept.
Hmm it seems this one requires that back board to lock into.
I just found these:
http://www.amazon.com/Delta-Leonardo-Single-Bike-Rack-Colors/dp/B000ACAM06/ref=sr_1_24?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1404929670&sr=1-24
http://www.amazon.com/Racor-B-1R-Solo-Vertical-Bike/dp/B0009I8ANM/ref=sr_1_1?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1404929670&sr=1-1
And this cheapo:
http://www.amazon.com/Racor-PIW-1R-PIW-1W-Wall-Mount-Hanger/dp/B0009I572E/ref=sr_1_23?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1404929670&sr=1-23
A rack like this, where the bike hangs vertically by one wheel or this, horizontally on the top tube would get your bike off the ground, save space, and give you something to lock to if you so desire.
Ok, all of your arguments sound reasonable. But as I see it, taking the bike on a public transport and storage are your key goals.
Public transport, I don't see any way around this, unless anyone here can chime in to say how they transport their bikes. Also where you stay matters a lot. Does your city provide bike racks on the buses etc., ?
Storage, can you hang the bike on a wall ? There are wall-mounts available for cheap, so you can find a high enough empty spot and hang your bike.
Do you have a car that you fit a rack on to transport ? There are easily removable racks available.
Also you can rent a truck and transport your bike.
Sorry, I am troubled that you might spend USD 650 and get a bad deal on the components and frame.
there's front wheel wall hooks that are quite cheap. I think OP wants it completely out of the way though which wouldn't work with wall hooks.
I've shopped for hooks a few years ago and most of them cap at 20-25lbs maximum so if you have a burly trail bike or a DH rig you'll have to make sure it is appropriately rated. If I remember correctly, the one I linked will work for most bikes. Also make sure that there is sufficient clearance in the hook opening because a 2.5" tire might not go through if it is made for road bikes/hybrids and the such.