Option For Carrying 2 E-Bikes Using The Curt RV Bumper Hitch E-100

Updated 04/29/2024 | Published 04/23/2024

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Kuat Transfer V2 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount

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$549.00

Kuat Piston Pro Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount

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$1289.00

Question:

Hello, I have a RV camper that I would like to put a Kuat Transfer V 2 bike rack on for our two 48 pounds e bikes. I dont have enough room to install a 2inch receiver on the frame so I thought about the Curt RV bumper receiver E-100. I had previously put on saftey struts on the bumper which is rated for 400 pounds but I notice at the bottom of the page for the Kuat Transfer it said it cant go on the bumper. Your thoughts. Thank You.

asked by: Ron P

Expert Reply:

Hello Ron. You are correct that the Kuat Transfer V2 # KU84FR is not recommended to be used on a hitch attached to a bumper. Even with the safety struts added, we still cannot recommend doing this. Using a bumper mounted hitch is definitely going to limit your options for a bike rack. Our best option for this is the Kuat Piston Pro Bike Rack # KU76ZR. This rack is rated for use on the back of a camper, and unlike the Transfer V2, the Piston Pro can be used with a bumper mounted hitch.

This rack does have a capacity of 42 lbs per bike, so I do recommend removing the batteries from your e-bikes when you transport them. This should get the weight below the 42 lb limit.

expert reply by: Jesse M

Ron P.

4/28/2024

Thanks for your reply Jesse. I have one more question, I will be carrying only one e bike on the back of the travel trailer to keep the weight down so is it possible to go with the Swagman Escapee which is a little lighter and can hold a 60 lb bike to go with the Curt 4 inch bumper receiver? Thanks again.

Jesse M.

4/29/2024

@RonP Hey Ron, the Swagman Escapee # S39SR is a great choice. This rack is approved for use with a bumper-mounted hitch. They do recommend that the ground clearance of the hitch be at least 15" when on a travel trailer or 5th wheel, but that is really the only noteworthy stipulation.