Recommended Bike Rack for 4 Heavy E-Bikes on a 2021 Toyota Highlander

Question:

We have 2 Aventon Level 2s and 2 Ride1Up Cafe Cruisers. Looking for ebike rack that can extend to 4 bikes like Yakima and Thule that will also accommodate the small front fenders. Can the bar simply hug the bike tire just in front of the fender when on the racks? Thanks. Vehicle is 2021 Toyota Highlander - plan to order the hitch to be installed from your team as well.

asked by: Kira W

Helpful Expert Reply:

So I did some research, and it looks like the combined weight of all four bikes is 254 lbs. That is going to be out of reach for both Thule and Yakima, so I'd recommend going with the Lets Go Aero V-Lectric FAT PRO Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes # LGA77FR and the 2-Bike Add-On for Lets Go Aero V-Lectric Electric Bike Rack for 2" Hitches # LGA94FR instead.

This bike rack has a 75 lb per bike capacity even when being used as a 4 bike rack, can accommodate up to 4" wide tires, and has a built in 6" of rise for extra ground clearance.

Also this rack will work just fine with bikes that have fenders, you'll just need to feed the strap under the fender and you'll be all set.

expert reply by: Bryce D