Option For Carrying 2 E-Bikes Using The Curt RV Bumper Hitch E-100
Question:
Hello, I have a RV camper that I would like to put a Kuat Transfer V 2 bike rack on for our two 48 pounds e bikes. I dont have enough room to install a 2inch receiver on the frame so I thought about the Curt RV bumper receiver E-100. I had previously put on saftey struts on the bumper which is rated for 400 pounds but I notice at the bottom of the page for the Kuat Transfer it said it cant go on the bumper. Your thoughts. Thank You.
asked by: Ron P
Expert Reply:
Hello Ron. You are correct that the Kuat Transfer V2 # KU84FR is not recommended to be used on a hitch attached to a bumper. Even with the safety struts added, we still cannot recommend doing this. Using a bumper mounted hitch is definitely going to limit your options for a bike rack. Our best option for this is the Kuat Piston Pro Bike Rack # KU76ZR. This rack is rated for use on the back of a camper, and unlike the Transfer V2, the Piston Pro can be used with a bumper mounted hitch.
This rack does have a capacity of 42 lbs per bike, so I do recommend removing the batteries from your e-bikes when you transport them. This should get the weight below the 42 lb limit.
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Ron P.
4/28/2024
Thanks for your reply Jesse. I have one more question, I will be carrying only one e bike on the back of the travel trailer to keep the weight down so is it possible to go with the Swagman Escapee which is a little lighter and can hold a 60 lb bike to go with the Curt 4 inch bumper receiver? Thanks again.