Can 2021 Mini Cooper Convertible Transport 50 lb E-Bike

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What is the best trunk mounted bike rack for a 2021 mini cooper CONVERTIBLE. I have a 50lb e-mountain bike.

asked by: Edmund M

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We have solutions that will allow you to carry your 50 lb e-bike but none of the trunk mounted bike racks are rated for carrying more than a 35 lbs bike. So you'd need to have a hitch installed on your 2021 Mini Cooper Convertible like the EcoHitch part # 306-X7290 and then you'd be able to install and use an e-bike rack like the Thule EasyFold XT part # TH903202.

I attached an install video for the hitch and a review video for the bike rack.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

I have a solution for you, but the Curt #C11417 is not a confirmed fit on the 2017 Mini Cooper; it is designed for older models of the Mini Cooper only. The only available hitch confirmed to fit the 2017 Mini Cooper (excluding S and John Cooper Works…

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Answer 2

It's not a dumb question, no worries. Our install difficulty ratings are based on a scale of 1 through 10 with 1 being a very simple install that just about everyone could handle with no difficulty and 10 being very difficult, something probably…

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The tongue weight capacity of the EcoHitch Class I hitch, part #306-X7290 is 150 lbs. I've confirmed this with my EcoHitch representative. At one time, the tongue weight capacity was listed as 100 lbs, but EcoHitch recently did additional testing…

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Since none of the trunk mounted bike racks have the weight capacity for a 50 lb weight capacity you'd have to go with a hitch mounted option as they have higher weight capacities like the Thule EasyFold XT part #TH903202. You would need a hitch…

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Answer 5

The best bike rack option for you will depend quite a bit on what type of bikes you're wanting to carry. I prefer a platform type rack versus a hanging style, as they're easier for most folks to load. Both Thule and Yakima make a high quality…

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Answer 6

The Curt trailer hitch #C11417 is actually NOT a fit for a 2015 Mini with a spare tire. Instead you would need the EcoHitch #306-X7290 which does fit a Mini with a spare tire. While we have not test fit this hitch I did add a photo from the…

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Answer 7

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 8

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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Answer 9

Yes, we do. To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C26VV. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a…

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Answer 10

Yep, so long as your 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness is not a hybrid both the Curt and etrailer hitches will fit: - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13382 - etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98912 The only difference besides price is the finish; the…

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Answer 11

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 12

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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