Best Solution for Carrying Heavier E-Bikes at Rear of Vehicle

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I have two new ebikes to put on this trailer. One is about 64 pounds with 50.5 inch wheelbase, the other is 55 pounds with 43.5 inch wheelbase. Will these bikes fit on it?

asked by: DAVID M

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The bikes would technically fit on the bike carriers of the Malone MicroSport Trailer with Pilot TC ST Aluminum Bike Racks # MPG461KB but the bike carriers would not have the needed capacity for your e-bikes. I also checked all of our roof bike racks and none have a higher capacity than 50 lbs. Which normally isn't an issue as most of the time people aren't wanting to lift a heavier E-bike to the roof of a vehicle.

Your most ideal solution will be a hitch mounted bike rack designed for E-bikes like the Thule EasyFold XT part # TH903202 which is rated for the heavier bikes, fits into a trailer hitch, and then also comes with a ramp to make loading the bikes much easier. The attached picture shows this.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

I may have another option for you, but unfortunately there is not a way to carry two 54lb electric bikes on the Malone MicroSport Trailer for 2 Fat Bikes and 2 Kayaks #MPG461KB you were looking at as the included bike racks have a 33lb weight rating…

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Realistically, your best option is to use a hitch mounted bike rack like the Thule T2 Pro XTR Bike Rack for 2 Bikes #TH83JV. This bike rack can accommodate up to 60-lbs per bike, and can carry 2-electric bikes with a maximum tire width of 5".…

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Answer 3

Hey Lee, thanks for the information. The 903209001 part number corresponds to a 24" wide Kwikee 32 series step. To replace them you'll want the Kwikee Electric RV Step Complete Assembly item #LC372261. The Kwikee item #LC372261 is going to…

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For a hitch that fits your 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Limited I recommend the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #DT42GR. This is a custom fit Class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a concealed cross tube and will be completely…

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Answer 5

It does sound like you have done the ground wiring well. I recommend putting a circuit tester like #PTW2993 on multiple spots as you test wiring from the truck to the trailer lights. Starting at the truck with the trailer disconnected, test each…

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Hey Scott, thanks for reaching out. So it is possible to add a second tier to your Malone MicroSport LowBed with the #MPG474 2nd Tier Kit. It bolts right on and gives you another set of 50-inch crossbars. This should only be used for lighter kayaks…

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Answer 7

You should be able to fit a single bike in the middle of the 2 kayak cradles on the Malone EcoLight Sport Trailer #MAL43FR, but I do not see how you could mount 2 or 3 bikes onto it along with the 2 kayaks. Your best option is to go with Malone…

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Answer 8

Hello Mark, thanks for reaching out. Yes, you can get the bike carrier portion of that separately. Take a look at the following: - Malone Pilot Trailer Bike Rack - Wheel Mount #MPG2100 This is a direct replacement for the rack that comes on the…

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Answer 9

There really isn't a for sure answer, because ultimately it will depend on your bikes. The Malone Pilot Trailer Bike Rack #MPG2100 itself is only 6" wide. Which means in theory you can fit 13 of them on the 78" wide crossbars of the…

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Answer 10

Yes. Trailers like the Malone MicroSport Trailer #MAL24ZR do come with a VIN number so that the trailers can be registered and legally towed on roads and highways, regardless of where you live. There are a lot of great options available for kayaks…

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