Can a Trunk Mount Bike Rack Carry an E-Bike on a 2012 Buick Regal
Question:
Will the trunk rack work for an E-assist bike. Its a bit heavier than a normal bike and the battery back is on the cross bar.
asked by: Lisa D
Helpful Expert Reply:
We do have a solution for you but unfortunately trunk mount bike racks, like the Thule OutWay # TH45JV that you referenced, only have a weight capacity of 33 lbs per bike. Any trunk mount bike rack that has a higher capacity will not be much higher than that, maybe 35 pounds.
If you have an e-Bike then you really need to go with a hitch mount bike rack as your bike probably weighs closer to 50 lbs. For your 2012 Buick Regal I recommend installing the Draw-Tite # 36538 which is a Class II trailer hitch with a 1-1/4" receiver.
For a single bike rack we have the RockyMounts MonoRail Solo # RKY10007 which secures your bike by the wheels (great unless you have a fender) and is compatible with 1-1/4" and 2" receivers. It has a weight capacity of 60 lbs for the one bike and only weighs in at 25 lbs.
For a 2-bike bike rack I recommend the Hollywood Racks TRS # HR3000 This is also a wheel mount style that is compatible with both 1-1/4" and 2" receivers. It has a weight capacity of 50 lbs per bike (so you may need to remove your battery) and weighs in at 52 lbs.
I have attached some videos and instructions for you to check out as well.
Products Referenced in This Question
Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class II
- 300 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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Hollywood Racks TRS Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Wheel Mount
- Locks Not Included
- 2 Bikes
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Carbon Fiber Bikes
- Fat Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
- Hollywood Racks
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RockyMounts MonoRail Solo Bike Rack for 1 Bike - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Wheel Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 1 Bike
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Carbon Fiber Bikes
- Electric Bikes
- Fat Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
- RockyMounts
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Thule OutWay Trunk Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - Adjustable Arms
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Frame Mount - Standard
- 2 Bikes
- Non-Retractable
- Bike and Rack Lock
- Fits Most Factory Spoilers
- 2 Straps
- Adjustable Arms
- Hanging Rack
- Thule
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