Hitch For Carrying Electric Bikes on 2018 Honda HR-V

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Do you know if it fits the Hitch below? Hollywood Racks Sport Rider Ebike Hitch Rack for two e-bikes 75 lbs each Features Capacity: Two Bikes Max 80 lb per bike Hitch Size: 2” only Do not use a 1.25”-2” hitch adapter Thanks

asked by: Bruno C

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To find a local installer, use the link on the product page for the # 306-X7322 hitch.

The ecoHitch # 306-X7322 hitch you'd looked at has a tongue weight capacity of 300 lbs, which means that the combined weight of the bikes plus the weight of the rack used to carry them cannot exceed the 300 lbs. A hitch like this # 306-X7322 is capable of handling 2- 75lb bikes plus a carrier that would likely weigh more than 50 lbs.
These kind of carriers are compatible with a 2 inch receiver, like this hitch has so you would be in great shape..

For a bike rack capable of handling bikes that are that heavy, I'd recommend the Let's Go Aero # LGA77FR V-Lectric bike rack. The rack can handle two bikes weighing up to 75 lbs each with tires up to 4-1/2 inches wide. The rack is compatible with a 2 inch receiver.

Another possibility would be the Thule Easy Fold, part # TH903202. The rack can handle 2 bikes weighing up to 65 lbs each. If removing the battery packs from your bikes would reduce the weight of each down to 65 lbs or less, this would be a good option. The rack can accommodate tires up to 3-1/2 inches wide, or tires up to 4-11/16 inches wide if the optional # TH985101 Fat bike straps are used. This rack would be a lot easier to use, as it incorporates an integrated loading ramp that would make loading heavy bikes much easier. The rack folds in half for easy storage and features built-in wheels for easy transport from where its stored to the vehicle.

I've linked to instructions for the items mentioned above, and to a demonstration video for the Thule Easy Fold bike rack.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Bruno C.

1/13/2022

Do you know if it fits the Hitch below? Hollywood Racks Sport Rider Ebike Hitch Rack for two e-bikes 75 lbs each Features Capacity: Two Bikes Max 80 lb per bike Hitch Size: 2” only Do not use a 1.25”-2” hitch adapter Thanks

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Mike L.

1/13/2022

The Hollywood Racks # HLY84FR Sport Rider SE is only compatible with 2 inch hitches, not the 1-1/4 inch # 24932. If you wanted to go with the SportRider SE, you'd need to use a 2 inch hitch like # 306-X7322 from EcoHitch. The Hollywood Racks Sport can handle 2 bikes weighing up to 80 lbs each with tires up to 5 inches wide. Hollywood Racks makes a high quality product that would work great for you. I'll link to a product demonstration video featuring the Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE.

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Answer 1

For your 2017 Honda HR-V, you have a lot of great choices. Your vehicle can be equipped with the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" #306-X7322. This will allow you a wide array of choices of bike racks. I recommend…

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Answer 2

According to EcoHitch, their #306-X7322 2 inch receiver should take about an hour for a professional to install it. The hitch would work well with the Hollywood Racks #HLY84FR bike rack you've looked at. The price you'll be charged is…

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Answer 3

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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 6

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 7

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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Answer 8

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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Answer 9

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Answer 10

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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Answer 11

Hey Dave, so the best option for carrying your carbon frame bike and e-bike is the Swagman Escapee part #S39SR with the ramp #S59SR . It has the capacity for carrying an e-bike, is rated for travel trailer use, only touches the bikes by the tires…

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Answer 12

Yes, you can install a Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C11433 on your 2019 Chevrolet Spark. This receiver is capable of supporting up to 200lbs of tongue weight. With each of the Lectric 3.0 e-bikes weighing roughly 60lbs without the battery you will…

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