Bike Rack For Heavy E-Bikes With Ramp For Easy Loading
Question:
Im looking for a bike rack that can handle an e-bike for my wife, and it looks like the Rockymounts ls2 is a good one. The only issue is getting the bike up onto the rack. Is there a ramp attachment that could help her roll it up onto the trays? If not, what other racks have ramps that could make the mounting process easier?
asked by: Dennis B
Expert Reply:
The RockyMounts SplitRail LS 2 Bike Platform Rack part # RKY11404 is a good option for E-bikes because of it's 60 lb per bike weight capacity and E-bikes have a tendency to be heavier. However, it does not have a ramp so it can be more difficult to get the bikes on the rack like you mention.
I recommend the Thule EasyFold XT 2 E-bike part # TH903202 for the e-bikes it comes with a folding aluminum ramp that will allow your wife to roll her bike on and off the rack without lifting the heavy bike. This bike rack is designed for e-bikes so it has a 65 lb per bike capacity. I have attached a demonstration video for your reference.
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Thule EasyFold XT Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
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- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Electric Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
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