Solution For Carrying 70lb Ebike On The Back Of A 2017 Nissan Versa

Question:

I have a ebike at just under 70 pounds. I drive a 2017 y Nissan Versa. Do you have a rack

asked by: Richard L

Expert Reply:

I have a solution for you to carry your ebike on your 2017 Nissan Versa, but unfortunately there are not any trunk-mounted bike racks that can hold an ebike weighing almost 70lbs. You will want to go with a hitch-mounted carrier that can handle the weight of your ebike. For a 1-bike carrier you can look into the Inno Tire Hold 1 Bike Platform Rack - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches # INH110. The weight capacity is 60lbs so you will want to remove your ebike's battery pack to reduce the weight. Also, this will not work with bikes that have fenders due to it being a wheel-mount carrier.

If you cannot get your bike under 60lbs or if your bike has fenders then you will want to instead go with the Thule EasyFold XT Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches # TH903202. This is more costly than the Inno, but it comes with a ramp for easy loading, a second bike slot, and a higher weight capacity of 65lbs per bike. This is the bike rack that I recommend going with. If you don't have a trailer hitch receiver on your 2017 Nissan Versa then you can use the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver Class I - 1-1/4" # C11256 which is great option.

expert reply by: Andrew N