Lightest Bike Rack that Can Support Two 45 lbs E-Bikes

Question:

I have a 2022 tesla model x and am looking for a bike rack for it. The manual of the model x seems To suggest a max weight of 120 lbs including the hitch. My two e bikes weigh about 46 lbs each. What are my options?

asked by: Arun

Expert Reply:

The lightest bike rack that is going to have the strength to support your two 45 lbs e-bikes is going to be the Saris Freedom Bike Rack for 2 Fat Bikes item # SA4412B-FB. The Saris Freedom weighs 33 lbs and can fit both 1-1/4" and 2" hitches.

It is recommended to remove the batteries from your e-bikes when transporting them behind a vehicle. This will help you get under your 120 lbs limit between your bikes and the rack itself.

As far as being under that limit with the hitches weight included I do not see how that is possible and I recommend confirming that information with Telsa.

The Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch item # 76143 is confirmed to fit your 2022 Telsa Model X and it weighs 42 lbs.

expert reply by: Jerred H