Possible Solution for Carrying E-Bikes with a RV that Weigh 53 lbs

Question:

Why does the HR1450E have a slash through the RV/Motorhome/Trailer icon? What type of bike rack can we use for our e-bikes with our motorhome? We need to carry 2 - 53 lb. e-bikes. Townie Commutes

asked by: Jodi

Expert Reply:

I really wish there was an e-bike rack solution for the rear of the RVs/trailers but we don't have anything that would be approved.

At the rear of a trailer or RV the ride quality is very rough when compared to the ride quality at the rear of a passenger vehicle. Reason being the suspension isn't as sophisticated and there is a longer distance between the rear axle and the rear of the trailer which exaggerates the movement of the trailer when hitting bumps. Because of that only a few bike racks were designed to be reinforced enough for that type of use.

The best shot at a solution would be the Swagman Dispatch part # S44FR which has a weight capacity of 45 lbs per bike, but you'd have to remove some weight from your bikes. Typically removing the battery is a solution for this.

expert reply by: Jameson C