Hitch Mount Bike Rack to Carry Fat Tire Electric Bikes
Question:
While I appreciate the recommendation, Im not a fan of the hinge system and the need for extra accessories nor are lots of reviews. It seems the Thule EasyFold XT might be a better suggestion? Although, it seems this whole heavy bike market is lacking a quality option.
asked by: David C
Helpful Expert Reply:
I do have a solution for you, but while we do have 4-bike racks that work with fat tire bikes, none of them are able to carry 4 bikes that weigh in at 65 - 70 lbs each like what you're talking about. The closest we have is something like the Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE Bike Rack for 4 Bikes # HR1400Z which only goes up to 50 lbs per bike.
Because of this, I believe your best scenario is to fold up 2 of the bikes and put them in the back of your vehicle and then using a bike rack like the Yakima OnRamp for 2" Hitches # Y36FR which can carry up to 66 lbs per bike (when you remove the battery your bikes will weigh under this) and then you can use the Adapter Straps # Y23FR so that this rack will work with the fat tires on your bikes.
Attached is a review video for you to check out.
Products Referenced in This Question
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
- 2 Bikes
- Class 1
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Electric Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
- Thule
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Extra-Long Loading Ramp for Thule EasyFold XT or Epos Bike Racks- Folding - Aluminum - 53" Long
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Ramps
- EasyFold
- Thule
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Fat Bike Straps for Thule EasyFold XT Bike Rack - Qty 2
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Straps
- EasyFold
- Thule
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Fat Tire Straps for Yakima OnRamp Bike Rack - Qty 2
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Straps
- OnRamp
- Yakima
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Yakima OnRamp Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes - 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Bike Lock
- 2 Bikes
- Class 3
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Electric Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
- Yakima
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Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 4 Bikes
- Class 3
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Heavy Bikes
- Hollywood Racks
more information >
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David C.
11/26/2021
While I appreciate the recommendation, Im not a fan of the hinge system and the need for extra accessories nor are lots of reviews. It seems the Thule EasyFold XT might be a better suggestion? Although, it seems this whole heavy bike market is lacking a quality option.