Can RockyMounts MonoRail 2-Bike Rack Carry 2 Lectric Step Thru E-Bikes?

Updated 04/29/2021 | Published 04/28/2021

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RockyMounts MonoRail Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount

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$439.99

Ratchet with 3/4" Socket for Anti-Rattle Hitch Bolts

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Question:

Will the subject bike rack support 2 E-Bikes Lectric XP Step Thrus? https://lectricebikes.com/ They weigh 63 lbs each with batteries and 56 lbs without battery. They have 20inch x 4inch Fat Tires. The Unfolded Dimensions tip tp tip: 66 x 18 x 47 in. Axle to Axle center of tire to center of tire dimensions are 46.

asked by: MARK J

Expert Reply:

Yes! The RockyMounts MonoRail 2-Bike Rack # RKY10004 can carry two Lectric XP Step Thru Bikes. Just make sure to take off the battery when transporting. In fact it's always wise to remove E-bike batteries since the road vibrations and bounces on any bike rack are not good for long-term battery life.

Since you have fat tires, make sure to use the included strap extender. Also, your Lectric bikes have that slight fender in the front. It's short enough to use the front wheel mount, but try to clamp it down as close to the end of the fender as you can. And check that your wheel straps are nice and tight.

I very recently assembled, installed, and reviewed this bike rack and I was impressed by its capacities. You can check out that review video below. I recommend keeping a ratchet wrench like # PTW38106-24 handy for that anti-rattle bolt though. It comes with tools, but a ratchet wrench saved SO much time and effort.

expert reply by: Evangeline M