Recommended Bike Rack for a Electra Townie 8D EQ w/ Fenders
Question:
We bought an Electra Townie 8D EQ which has fenders. Will the Kuat Transfer V 2 rack work with the finders on our bike?
asked by: Jolene H
Expert Reply:
I have a great bike rack for your Electra Townie 8D EQ but the Kuat Transfer V2 is not something you will want to use for a bike with fenders.
Instead you will want to use the Saris Freedom 2 Bike Platform Rack item # SA4412B. This bike rack has a frame clamp design which allows it to attach to alternative shaped frames like yourTownie. The wheel cradles will secure your bike and completely avoid your fenders. This is by far the best option we have the Electra Townie E-Bikes.
The Saris Freedom 2 Bike Platform Rack item # SA4412B has a 60 lbs capacity per bike and weighs 29 lbs. It is made in the USA and it will save you some money compared to the Kuat.
To secure your E-Bike and Freedom Bike Rack from theft, I recommend using item # SA3022 and or item # SA981.
I have attached a photo of this bike rack being used with a similar Electra Townie. I have also included a link for a review video we made of this rack.
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Hitch Tite Anti-Rattle Hitch Lock for Saris Bike Racks with 1-1/4" and 2" Shanks
- Trailer Hitch Lock
- Rack Specific Locks
- Keyed Unique
- Steel
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Threaded Pin
- For Saris Racks
- 3-5/8 Inch Span
- Saris
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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
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- 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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Kuat Transfer V2 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Wheel Mount
- Bike Lock
- 2 Bikes
- Class 3
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Carbon Fiber Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
- Kuat
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