What Bike Rack do I Need to Transport My e-Bikes with My 2015 Lexus GX460?  

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Hello Erwin,

Thanks for reaching out! I’m happy to help you find the best bike rack for your setup.

Your 2015 Lexus GX 460 has a 2" hitch receiver, so the Hollywood Racks Destination E Bike Rack # HLY66ZR will fit great. It’s a very solid option for e-bikes and can carry 2 bikes up to 70 lbs each.

If your goal is to carry 3 e-bikes, the best option to start with is the Hollywood Racks CrossTrack for 3 Bikes # HLY89GR. This rack is designed to handle heavier bikes and keeps them stable with a platform-style design, which helps reduce movement, contact between bikes, and the risk of scratches during travel. It supports up to 66 lbs each for the two bikes closest to the vehicle, and 50 lbs for the outer position.

Because e-bikes can vary quite a bit in weight, the next step would be to check the weight of each bike to make sure they fall within those limits. That will ensure you have a safe and stable setup for your trips.

If being able to access the rear cargo area is important, a swing-away option like the Yakima StepUp # Y22RX (2-bike capacity) or adding a swing-away adapter can help, but with heavier e-bikes, sticking with a sturdy, weight-rated rack like the CrossTrack is usually the better route for overall stability.

We could always add a swing away to a rack as well with the Swagman Swivel Hitch Extender - 2" Hitches - Dual Side - Swing-Away Hitch Adapter # S86SR.

Could you tell me a bit more about your bikes, including weight, tire size, and whether they have fenders, as well as how you plan to use the rack? Also, is carrying 3 bike important, do you prefer a ramp for easy loading? There are so many bike racks to choose from, just want to make sure we get you into one that suits all your needs.

expert reply by: Kate F

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Julie

4/20/2026

Hello!!! We have this rack and we haul 2 Mokwheel Step through= Balsalts and they weigh about 65lbs each. We have had wonderful results, comfortably hauling with our Toyota 2022 Highlander. I would not suggest hauling three Ebikes due to weight of the bikes, but that is just me. It is challenging enough getting two on the rack. I Love the ramp and that helps tons! We are going on year 4 with our Ebikes and this trailer hitch and We can easily load and unload. There was a recall on the parts but after replacement they were easily to be replaced and it worked great with no issues! I would for sure purchase again and we also use extra locks on the tires for secure and safety as well.

Kate F.

4/21/2026

@Julie Thanks for sharing your experience, Julie =) Those Mokwheel Basalts are definitely on the heavier side, so your point about sticking with two bikes makes a lot of sense, especially when you factor in the rack’s total capacity and the effort to load them. Glad to hear the ramp has been a big help too, that’s a game changer with bikes in that weight range. Also appreciate you mentioning the recall. I do want to note that the current stock we carry has the updated components from the manufacturer, so that’s already been addressed. Sounds like you’ve got a solid system dialed in with the extra locks as well.