Recommended Bike Rack for a Step Thru E-bike

Question:

I am looking to purchase an electric bike with step through frame and fenders. Do you have any bike racks for an SUV that can accommodate?

asked by: Kimmi B

Expert Reply:

Yes, we do have a bike rack that is great for Step Thru E-bikes. It is the Yakima OnRamp Bike Rack item # Y36FR if your CRV has a 2" receiver and the item # Y96FR if you have a 1-1/4" class II hitch.

I really like the OnRamp bike rack because it uses ramps for easy loading and unloading and it has an adjustable clamping system that goes over the frame of the bike instead of an arm for the front tires. This will prevent you from damaging your bike's fenders. It has a tilt down function that will allow you to access your Honda's rear hatch as well.

It is recommended to remove your battery when transporting e-bikes on hitch mounted bike racks for safety purposes. You will want to mount the e-bike closest to your Honda CR-V. The OnRamp has a 66 lbs capacity per bike, so removing the battery may help you get under this capacity depending on what model bike you have.

I have attached a video of this rack below. We had a 2017 CR-V in the shop so this will give you an accurate idea of what you're purchasing and how it will work with your Honda.

expert reply by: Jerred H