E-Bike Rack Recommendation for Rear Bumper on Travel Trailer

Updated 08/30/2022 | Published 08/29/2022

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etrailer RV Bumper 2" Trailer Hitch Receiver

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Swagman Bike Frame Adapter Bar - Large - 25-1/2" - 35" - 35 lbs

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Question:

Is it possible to carry e-bikes on the rear bumper of a travel trailer? I have the Mount-N-Lock bumper reinforcements on the bumper.

asked by: Randall T

Expert Reply:

It is definitely possible!

You'll need to start off by adding a hitch receiver to your bumper and for that I recommend part # e38HR which gives you a 2" receiver with a 300 lb weight rating.

Then for a bike rack I recommend the Swagman E-Spec Bike Rack # S94FR which has been rated for use at the back of a trailer (not all bike racks have this rating) and can hold up to 70 lb bikes. The E-Spec secures the bikes by using a ratcheting hook that comes down on the frame so it's compatible with a wide variety of styles out there, however if you have a step-thru frame you'll likely need an adapter bar like part # S57FR so the hook has something to connect to.

expert reply by: Jon G