Recommended Bike Rack for My Carbon-Frame E-Bike on My 2017 Sante Fe

Updated 07/02/2021 | Published 06/30/2021

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RockyMounts MonoRail Solo Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount

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$669.98

Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

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$224.60

RockyMounts MonoRail Solo Bike Rack for 1 Bike - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount

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$419.99

Question:

I have a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe and a dual suspension mountain ebike with carbon frame and I am just wondering if I can use the above subject: Thule Platform Race 9003 Pro 2? Kindly reapond. Thank you.

asked by: Jo C

Helpful Expert Reply:

I have a great solution for you. Unfortunately, I confirmed with Thule that the Platform Race 9003 Pro 2 is currently discontinued from production.

With that being said, here at etrailer we recommend a wheel-mounted hitch rack for carbon-framed bike. The reason for this is because the torque that is added onto the bike during transport can crack the frame. To go this route, I recommend the RockyMounts MonoRail 1 # RKY10007 or the 2-bike version # RKY10007-05. With these racks, you receive a 60-pound per bike weight capacity and it already comes included with locks that protect the bikes and the rack itself.

If you need a hitch receiver recommendation that is compatible with the MonoRail on your 2017 Hyundai Sante Fe, I recommend the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" # 75776 (SE and Limited models) and the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" # C13152 (for Sport models). Both of these hitches come with a complete hardware kit for a bolt-on installation on your vehicle. You won't have any interference with the bumper when using either of these hitches with the MonoRail.

expert reply by: Bob C