E-Bike Rack Solution for 70 lb Bikes in Class I Hitch

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Hi ,I have a question: I have wich receiver in my car 1.25 class 1 .I want a back rack to electric bike 70ls.fat tires .I was wondering if you have any that I can buy ..Thank you

asked by: Octavio G

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I really wish had a perfect solution but the closest option is the EasyFold XT part # TH903202 which does fit the Class I hitch size but has a 65 lb per bike capacity. If you could remove the batteries of the bikes to drop at least 5 lbs this would be best option.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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For a 70 lb E-bike with fat tires we really only have one option that will work well. That's the Hollywood Racks #HLY84FR that has a weight capacity of 80 lbs per bike and can accommodate tire widths of up to 5 inches. It can also carry up to two…

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Answer 2

We do have a hitch available for your 2022 Nissan Altima. The Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver #24796 is confirmed to fit all models of the 2022 Nissan Altima. This hitch will require some drilling for installation but it will then provide…

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If you can get your e-bikes down to 65 lbs I have a great bike rack solution that won't require lifting them with the Thule EasyFold XT part #TH903202 which has a ramp built into it that you can use for loading and unloading. Typically removing…

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You're in luck! There's no need for a 2" hitch if you want to carry two ebikes! I really like the Thule EasyFold XT 2 E-Bike Platform Rack #TH903202 for ebikes because it makes loading and unloading ebikes easier. It works with both a…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 6

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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To me it makes the most sense to put a Bike Rack #HLY64FR on the flat towed vehicle rather than above the tow bars. Especially on heavy e-bikes as they are difficult to lift that high onto the rack, but also as it only makes sense to have the rack on…

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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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Answer 9

To add a class III hitch to your 2024 Honda CR-V hybrid, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C13397. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your CR-V with included hardware. It is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. I really like this…

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Answer 10

I definitely understand being a bit overwhelmed by the amount of options in front of you, however I can definitely help with differentiating the trailer hitches for your 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon along with explaining my personal recommendation,…

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The main difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13416 and the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #EH97FR is that the EcoHitch has a completely hidden cross tube whereas the Curt cross tube will be visible from the rear of…

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The Kuat Sherpa 2.0 #SH22G and the NV 2.0 #NV22G that you referenced are both excellent platform-style racks that will hold your bikes by the front wheels with no frame contact. These are top-of-the-line carriers and you really would not go wrong…

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