Recommended 4-Bike Bike Rack For Two E-Bikes And Two Road Bikes

Published 08/09/2023

Question:

Do you have a recommendation for a bike rack like the Yakima Hitch Bike Racks - Y36FR that is e-bike friendly, including for e-bikes with front and rear fenders, but can also handle 4 bikes? We want to be able to transport 2 lighter road bikes along with our 2 heavier 50 lbs e-bikes. The Yakima with the ramp above would be perfect if it had a 4 bike capacity or the ability to add it. Thanks for any recommendations much appreciated.

asked by: Douglas B

Expert Reply:

To accommodate two 50lb e-bikes with front and rear fenders as well as two road bike the best option we currently offer is going to be the Saris SuperClamp EX Bike Rack for 4 Bikes # SA4026F. This rack has a 60lb capacity for the first two bikes and 35lb capacity for the third and forth bikes. This rack mounts via the wheels, but the holders sit further out to accommodate fenders. The wheel cradles can accommodate tire widths up to 4.5" and include straps to hold the wheels in place. This rack doesn't come with a ramp, but at this weight and amount of bike options are pretty limited.

I've attached a short video below where you can get a better idea of how this rack operates to see if it's the right fit for you.

expert reply by: Kevin C