E-Bike Rack and Hitch Recommendation for 2017 Prius and Stromer ST1 E-Bike

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What is recommended for a 2017 Prius carrying a 60 Pound Stromer ST1 Ebike? From your website it appears the rack must be a platform. Rack weights seem to vary and I would prefer the lightest possible platform. The Prius will have a 1-1/4 receiver. Thank you.

asked by: Robert S

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You'd need a hitch installed on your 2017 Toyota Prius first, which for that the Draw Tite part # 24966 is the way to go as it does not require a stabilizer strap like the Curt does. Then for an E-bike rack that would work well the Thule EasyFold part # TH903202 would be your best option.

It has a 65 lb capacity and comes with a loading ramp to make loading the bike easier.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

For all intents and purposes the Draw Tite hitches part #24944 and #24966 are the same thing for your 2017 Toyota Prius. They will install the same and function the same. Your best option though is the part #24966 which is a bit less expensive and…

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The MaxxAir Replacement RV Air Conditioner Cover - Coleman-Mach / RVP Brand RV Air Conditioners - White #MA8335A5261 is the correct fit for your 7300 series RVP. The shroud is 37 inches by 25 by 13-1/2 inches. If you don't want the two piece unit…

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Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue…

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It sounds like you're worried about your camper van's license plate being visible while having the Thule EasyFold Xt, part #TH903202, equipped. If that is your concern, then Thule has you covered. The EasyFold has an integrated holder for…

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While the #119250KIT does need to attach directly to the positive post of a vehicle battery it does not draw any amperage unless there's a trailer connected to it so you do not need to worry about this draining the vehicle batteries when not…

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While the EcoHitch part #306-X7369 is a 2 inch hitch, it does have lower weight capacities more associated with 1-1/4 inch hitches of 2,000 lbs trailer and 300 lbs tongue weight, since this hitch is designed to fit a lower capacity tow vehicle, the…

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Answer 8

Yes the EcoHitch part #EH53VR is a confirmed fit for your 2021 Toyota Prius XLE and would provide you with a 2 inch trailer hitch.

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Answer 9

You've done your research! You bring up a lot of interesting contradictions that surround hitches and Toyota Prius. I was actually just following a Prius this morning that had a hitch and bike rack installed which made me think of this as well.…

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Answer 10

Either the Kuat Tranfer 1 #KU64FR or the RockyMounts MonoRail Solo 1 #RKY10007 would handle the bikes you describe easily. Both would hold the bikes by the tires, so the fact that the rack won't come into contact with the frame will work well…

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