Trailer Hitch and Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes on a 2004 Toyota Prius
Updated 08/24/2016 | Published 08/23/2016
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Hi, I have a 2004 Toyota Prius, Im interested in both a hitch and a bike rack. The bike rack must be able to hold 2 e-bikes weighing 58 to 60 lbs. each. Can you please recommend the appropriate parts? Thank you!
asked by: Vivian
Expert Reply:
For a trailer hitch to use with an e-bike rack I recommend the EcoHitch # 306-X7196 for your 2004 Toyota Prius. This is a 2" trailer hitch receiver with a 300 lb tongue weight capacity, which opens up a LOT more options to choose from when it comes to a bike rack.
For a bike rack that has a high enough capacity to hold 2 E-bikes weighing up to 60 pounds each you can use the Saris SuperClamp EX # SA4025F, Kuat NV 2.0, # NV22G, or the Thule EasyFold # TH903202. All of these racks are rated for 60 pounds per bike.
The EasyFold will be the easiest to load since it has the built-in ramps. But I would go with the Kuat because of its modern and sleek design.
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Thule EasyFold XT Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Hitch Bike Rack
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 2 Bikes
- Class 1
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Electric Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
- Thule
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