Is this right for you? Product Expert Matthew S says:
This lightweight, 2-bike rack is perfect for carrying e-bikes, fat bikes, or bikes with a carbon frame or custom paint job. There is also a 1-bike add-on available if you want to take an additional riding partner to the trailhead.
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Note: May interfere with bikes with front fenders.
The MonoRail has ratcheting hooks that grab your bikes firmly by the front wheel - not the frame. It's perfect for carrying carbon bikes or bikes with a custom paint job. To load a bike, simply place your front wheel in the cradle, rotate the arm up and over the wheel, and press down firmly on the ratcheting hook.
The rear wheel cradles accommodate a wide variety of bike wheelbases. They pivot front to back, adjusting automatically to each bike's wheelbase - no need for sliding and tightening. Secure the wheels in place with the built-in ratcheting strap. The straps also include extenders for use with fat bikes.
The front and back trays adjust 3" side-to-side to ensure you have enough space when loading your bikes. Just remove the bolts where the tray attaches to the bottom of the rack, slide the trays left or right to achieve the desired spacing, and then reinstall the bolts. This will prevent your bikes' handlebars from becoming tangled, and it eliminates the fear of bike-to-bike contact.
The rack tilts down - with or without bikes loaded - so you can access your vehicle's rear cargo area. Because the tilt-release lever is located at the front of the rack, you don't have to worry about crawling through bikes or squeezing between the rack and the vehicle to pull it. When you raise the rack back up, you'll hear a click to indicate it's secure.
When the rack is unloaded you can pull the lever to fold it up for storage. This means you don't have to remove it to park in small lots at the trail head or in cramped parking garages.
It installs with a threaded, anti-rattle hitch pin. Simply slide the shank into your 2" hitch receiver, insert the threaded hitch pin, and tighten it down with the included tool. This will reduce noise and movement while the rack is installed.
Included locks secure your bikes to the rack and the rack to your vehicle. The integrated cable lock threads around your bikes' frames and inserts into the lock that slides along the cable.
The hitch lock simply snaps onto the hitch pin and locks in place. The cable and hitch lock are keyed alike, so you'll only need 1 key for both locks.
An optional 1-bike add-on (sold separately) allows you to convert the rack from a 2-bike carrier to a 3-bike carrier. This is great for occasions when an extra friend wants to tag along.
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (225 Customer Reviews)
This lightweight, 2-bike rack is perfect for carrying e-bikes, fat bikes, or bikes with a carbon frame or custom paint job. There is also a 1-bike add-on available if you want to take an additional riding partner to the trailhead.This thing is rock solid. Once I figured out the directions and put it on my 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee is was so impressed with how stable it was. With two hybrid bikes on the platform rack it didn't even wiggle in the slightest! The only negative comment I can make was in lack of information in the directions. I had the platforms backwards and didn't know it until I tried to fold the rack completely up. I reviewed the directions again and no mention or illustration is available. However the fix wasn't that hard and it now functions exactly like the videos. Customer service from etrailer was remarkable though both times I called I thought the wait time was a little long. I would recommend this product and this retailer to anyone. Great service, great product!
Mark-Indianapolis - 05/10/2022It was very easy to assemble the MonoRail 2. All of the parts were in the box and nothing was damaged. I would recommend etrailer to purchase from as they were the only ones to have this bike rack. Also I would recommend the MonoRail as well.
Allen - 05/19/2022Very well made. Much easier to load bikes than the hanging rack we used before.
Al - 04/22/2022Easy to assemble nice quality. Bikes are very solid on rack.
Clark - 05/08/2022
At age 75, I have purchased many bike racks over the years…..this one has no equal in loading and unloading…
The rack came damaged and could not be assemble without first repairing the damage. The mounting bracket for one of the cross arms was bent (see photo) which prevented the cross arm from being installed. The bend had to be hammer out straight before the cross arm could be installed, which also cause the area of repair to need repainting.
Otherwise, the rack appears to be functional and well built.
The website specs for the rack list its weight as 38 pounds, but the actual weight is 45 pounds.
I ordered it for my girlfriend and she HAD to use it the 2nd day because she was so excited. It wasn't hard to build, there were only 3 main pieces but 5 total and the tools come with the kit. Her first test go went great, she was extremely happy with it and that she could finally get into the trunk of her SUV with the bikes still on the bike. Only concern is the locking mechanisms, they are cheap so I'll find a better way to lock the rack and bikes to the vehicle. Otherwise, as always,thanks for the great service etrailer. I would purchase again if needed!
We have been using the rockymounts bike rack for a year now for our two ebikes and it was a good choice for us. It’s easy to put on and take off the various vehicles we use, comes with locking accessories. For me it’s easier to load the bikes when the rack is tilted down (I’m 70 and not that tall and those e-bikes are heavy!) then I just push them to the correct level position to drive. I highly recommend this rack.
Easy assembly. Since this is made here in Colorado (USA), the assembly tools provided actually fit the bolts and work as intended. My only issue is even with bikes off the rack you can not open the tail gate on a jeep. Will need to completely remove rack from hitch to do so. Bike mounting is easy although the supplied locks feel a little flimsy.
Well built, solid bike rack. Like the additional strap extensions for fat bikes. Holds bike well. Only minor issue was that instructions did not reference the rear wheel straps, but easy to figure out. I like that the rack tilt allows access to the rear hatch of my Subaru Forester.
Rick - 02/13/2019Love this rack, easy to use. I always have my bike loaded quicker than others with more expensive racks.
This is a very good product and does what it is supposed to do- carry my heavy ebike safely. Not too difficult to put together. I wish there was a little ramp - but I’m not sure any rack has one at this doable price. I feel this was a great purchase
This rack is Rock Solid!! I live in Michigan and we travel to the Smoky Mountains for a week every September, since buying this rack we are now able to bring our bikes along with us. It works like a champ!! Not one issue with it going there or coming back, we've used it to go to some Metroparks to ride there as well. I have a Ram 2500 pickup and the tilt feature on the rack allows me to completely open my tailgate without hitting the rack or the bikes! It's a great rack and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a quality rack.
Exceptionally solid hitch mount / tray platform type bicycle carrier. I
The instructions were very clear and complete - with one exception of the the tray straps and strap extenders (not shown/mentioned). Some basic assembly was required - again the directions were very clear and everything need was supplied in the package. I took my time and it only took 15 minutes.
The bike rack is outstanding in design, quality of materials, construction and function. It's very solid in all 3 positions (carrying bikes, laid 'down' to open the tailgate, and 'stowed' in the up/close position when not carrying bikes.
I've had bike racks from other 'big name' vendors - this Rocky Mounts rack is much better, and less expensive.
Great bike rack! Well worth the money for securing bikes on the long RV treks around the country. The only negative is that arms that grab the tire tend to rub against the frame and take off paint when traveling so far.
The rack itself is awesome, but it is very curious that such a well made rack would have a plastic lock mechanism - the lock should be the same quality as the rest of the rack.
Didn't realize it was made in China. Looked like it was made in Colorado. Sold it and bought a made in USA product. Many others are doing the same.
Works well. Originally came missing one or the split washers although both e trailer and Rocky Mountain were helpful. No issues otherwise.
excellent rack. very easy to use. only problem is lock location on back of rack but really a small issue. Install was a snap and removal quick and easy.
Love this bike rack. I have used it considerably the past year just driving around town as well as on some dirt roads. Simple to operate and durable. This may be in issue with all bike racks like this, but when putting my mountain bike and my wife's road/gravel hybrid bike I have to drop the seat on my mountain bike for it to fit without the brake becoming depressed on her bike seat. Otherwise I've loved this rack, and for the price, don't think you can find better.
I ordered a tilting Rocky Mount bike rack from etrailer.com. After receiving notification of the ship date of the bike rack, I realized that the product wasn’t going to arrive until after a bike trip I had planned, I spoke to Jenny, a representative from etrailer.com. She worked with me in selecting another model that would be available and arrive in time for my trip. I am impressed by the professionalism and service excellence I received from my phone experience at etrailer.com.
Awesome product. Easy to assemble and install in hitch.
Richard - 02/09/2021The hitch went on well. Both bikes fit and are secure. Great follow up from etrailer.
Incompatible with a Forester. The listing should advise that on certain models the rack is too close to the exhaust and will melt the rack
Jenny N - 08/05/2022The rack took almost 2 months to arrive due to backorder issues. However,we were pleased with the easy assembly. We have used several times and are comfortable with the rack. We are planning a trip with our grandson and will let him help assemble the addon so we can carry his bike as well.
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