What Bike Rack For 1-1/4 Hitch and 70 lb. E-Bike

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I am trying to find a good hitch for my ebike. I have a 1.25 inch hitch, the bike weighs 70lbs. Everything I have found so far is for 2inch hitches. I would like the platform type for easier loading. I dont need load assist, but I do want the tires to sit on a platform... It is a womens step thru. It is an Aventure Step thru if that helps with making a recommendation

asked by: Janet S

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Yes, we have some options for you but in order to make the weight limit rating will need to remove items from your e-bike when hauling them. Such as the battery which is something that is suggested on all e-bikes even when being transported on a bike rack with a heavy weight rating.

The Saris Freedom Bike Rack for 2 Bikes, # SA4412B , fits both 1-1/4" and 2" hitches with use of a removeable sleeve. This has a weight rating of 60 lbs. per bike. But if you remove the battery and possibly the seat from your bike you should be able to make the max weight rating. The # SA4412B-FB is the same rack for fat tire bikes.

If needed, we have the Hollywood Racks Bike Frame Adapter Bar for Women's and Alternative Frame Bikes, # HRBA-PRO.

expert reply by: Michael R

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I have a solution for you. It's the Thule EasyFold XT, part #TH903202. This bike rack is compatible with Class I receivers, can hold 2 e-bikes up to 65 pounds each, and works with 1-1/4" receivers. Many times Class I receivers cannot accept…

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Hey Ann, we really only have one bike rack that would cover what you need mostly and that is the Thule EasyFold XT part #TH903202 which is an e-bike rack designed to fit Class I hitches and has a higher weight capacity. Only issue is that it is…

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The Fat Bike Adapter Kit for Hollywood Racks Sport Rider E-Bike Rack that you mention is an adapter kit and does not have a weight capacity. The bike racks associated with this adapter have since been replaced with the Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE…

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With frame mounted bike racks like the Saris Freedom #SA4412B you can usually find a spot to mount your bike down, but it's not the simplest bike rack to get your bikes loaded up. I would recommend getting the Kuat NV 2.0 #BA22B. It is worth the…

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Hello Karen, thanks for reaching out, and sorry to hear about your injury. Sadly, there is no ramp attachment made for the Saris Freedom 2 Bike Rack #SA4412B. The rack just has no attachment point for a ramp. The only way to attach a ramp would be to…

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You're in luck! There's no need for a 2" hitch if you want to carry two ebikes! I really like the Thule EasyFold XT 2 E-Bike Platform Rack #TH903202 for ebikes because it makes loading and unloading ebikes easier. It works with both a…

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The Kuat NV 2.0 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount - Metallic Black, part #NV22B, does not work well with fenders. If you are looking for a more e-bike friendly rack I recommend the Thule EasyFold XT Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes…

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Answer 8

I have a great alternative bike rack for your Lectric 2.0 XP 3-inch fat bike. Unfortunately, with your fenders and rear platform, I do not recommend the Saris SuperClamp HD 2 Bike Platform Rack - 2" Hitches #SAR44VR because the wheel-mount…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 10

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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The main difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13416 and the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #EH97FR is that the EcoHitch has a completely hidden cross tube whereas the Curt cross tube will be visible from the rear of…

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Answer 12

Hi David! There are quite a few hitches offered for your 2026 Honda Odyssey, so I definitely understand wanting to know the differences. There are basically three styles available for you and I have them broken out below: Exposed Crosstube: etrailer…

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