Recommended Bike Rack and Hitch for a 2014 Toyota Prius C w/ a 55 lbs E-Bike
Question:
I have a 55lb ebike and Im looking to buy a car rack to carry it around. I own a 2014 prius C and dont have a hitch on it at the moment. What would be the most affordable option for getting a car rack for my bike while compensating for the weight? Thanks!
asked by: Matthew
Expert Reply:
I would be happy to set up your Prius C with a hitch to transport a bike rack. Keeping cost in mind you are going to want to go with the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver item # C11484. This hitch is custom fit and bolts directly to your Prius with included hardware. This is a class I hitch with a 1-1/4" receiver.
For a bike rack that fits a class 1 hitch receiver and has a 55 lbs capacity you are going to want the RockyMounts HighNoon FC Solo Bike Rack # RKY87RR. This bike rack has a 60 lbs capacity. It uses a ratcheting hook on a pivoting upright arm that holds your bike securely by the front wheel, even if it has fenders. This results in no frame contact.
The Saris Freedom Bike Rack for 2 Bikes item # SA4412B you were looking at only has a 35 lbs capacity when used with a class I hitch. If you are wanting to use this bike rack with a 55 lbs bike you will need the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch item # 306-X7194 because of its 2" receiver and higher capacity. This is a more expensive option but it will give you more capacity and choices for accessories.
I looked online and your 2014 Toyota Prius C has a 300 lbs tongue weight capacity so you will have no issues adding a hitch, bike rack, and your 55 lbs e-bike to your car.
Products Referenced in This Question
EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class II
- 300 lbs TW
- 2000 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- EcoHitch
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class I
- 200 lbs TW
- 2000 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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RockyMounts HighNoon FC Solo Bike Rack for 1 Bike - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Wheel Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 1 Bike
- Class 1
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Carbon Fiber Bikes
- Electric Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
- RockyMounts
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Saris Freedom Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Frame Mount
- Locks Not Included
- 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
- Saris
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