Bike Rack for a 2019 Subaru Forester Carrying an Aventon Level Step-Through

Question:

What racks do you have that will fit a Aventon Level Step Through bike? Thanks.

asked by: Robert E

Expert Reply:

It looks like the most common hitch for a 2019 Subaru Forester is a Class III hitch with a 2" receiver, so I will make my recommendation based on that. If you do not have that hitch, let me know and I will select something to fit.

With an Aventon Level Step Through, the step-through frame along with the large crosstube eliminates frame-mounting bike racks. The 62-pound weight rating is also something to keep in mind.

With that in mind, we have a bike rack that can work if the battery can be taken out of your Level Step-Through. I tried calling Aventon to see about this, but I could not reach them.

If the battery can be removed to bring the total weight of the bike to below 60 pounds, then the Yakima HoldUp, part # Y02443, is the perfect rack for your bike. It has a capacity of 60 pounds per bike and mounts by the tire. The fender on the Step-Through is short enough to allow full support from the HoldUp. I've linked to a video review of this rack for you to look at.

If the weight is not able to be reduced to under 60 pounds, let me know and I will find a better solution for you.

expert reply by: Kef G