Great question but since the floor will support the compact spare, I’m sure it’s sitting on the frame and capable. I will say, even though you can hear how snug it fits on the sides of the tire, that ratchet strap is imperative, I’d even thread it through the wheel and over the top so that it doesn’t accidentally tilt backwards and hit either the rear hatch or glass off-roading. But it does look like it won’t block your rear view mirror since it sits down.
Thanks Ralph. Yes I’m excited to use this option a few times a year. I think this cannot be an official Rivian-endorsed option most likely due to the legal implications of someone not ratchet-strapping it down properly in an accident etc.
And it clearly still doesn't support a full size spare. What's shown is only intended to be used if you need to use your compact spare and need to transport the flat. You lose all your storage space in the back with the full size loaded that way. Anyone trying to claim this is sufficient has their blinders on. For a vehicle meant to be an off-road adventure vehicle I maintain this is a huge failing on Rivian's part and why I went with the R1T over the R1S, which arguably would've fit my life better otherwise.
