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Bike Racks for E Bikes ON 5TH WHEELS (ADDED QUIKRSTUFF)

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Mazboy

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There seems to be only 2 E Bike racks out there that say safe for 'E Bikes on 5th wheels'. Be aware, many say 'RV certified' but they don't include 5th wheels as RVs.

Swagman, Hollywood AND Quikrstuff do make 5th wheel E Bike racks. Quikrstuff states it is certified for a 5th wheel.
 
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Oregon_Camper

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This is the one we have for our e-bikes. Our e-bikes are more focused on riding trails vs cruising, so they are lighter than most. Mine is 38lbs and my wifes is 35lbs. Ours do not have a cruse mode, where you just hold a throttle and go. If we don't pedal, we don't go anywhere. :oops:

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StageTwo

The StageTwo hitch bike rack is built to carry your e-bikes, mountain bikes, kid’s bikes, and more anywhere you need to go securely and in style.
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Here is a picture of my wife on her "Liv" e-bike in Glacier last summer
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Bozo

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I used a magicycle brand on my old 5er but I mounted up on the pin box so not as much bouncing up there. I think weight rating on those was 150lbs. My bikes are at 72lbs. Each.IMG_5199.jpeg
 
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Mazboy

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You discover something new everyday. Bottomline, I'd suggest that before you purchase a bike rack for E bikes make sure it states 'rated for 5th wheel trailers' and the number of bikes you want to carry.

One of the above racks rated their E bike rack for 'trailers' but only one bike, not two.

Do your research
 
TJJ

TJJ

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Just my 2 cents.Swagman e-spec racks are bulletproof .We haul 2 heavy e bikes and they don’t budge.Quite spendythough.
 
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Bozo

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TJJ said:
Just my 2 cents.Swagman e-spec racks are bulletproof .We haul 2 heavy e bikes and they don’t budge.Quite spendythough.
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$$$ is relative…e bikes are $$$ as well. Wait….these rv’s are $$$$$$, :ROFLMAO::oops:
 
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RamblinRowes

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I'm going to jump in with my "two cents worth" here. I purchased a 2024 Delta 251BH in late fall and have spent the winter months researching and planning for the summer tours. For years I've been hauling my road, mountain and fat tire bikes in the bed of my old F-250 crew cab. A Leer cap has allowed me to keep the bikes out of the weather and safe under lock and key. We replaced the 2012 Ford with a 2022 diesel F-250 and just today, committed 7K for a new Leer cap and a Decked sliding platform for bike storage. I can't count the number of patella tendon strains I've had from crawling inside the truck bed to lock down opposing bikes to maximize the number of bikes we can carry. We plan to carry two e-bikes and one carbon road bike at all times, representing over 15K investment. The Decked drawer will allow me to lift the heavy e-bikes while standing on the side of the platform. I considered bike racks mounted on the trailer bumper and over the gas tanks on tongue of the trailer, but just couldn't bring myself to subjecting the bikes to the weather and road grime. I will be installing a secured generator platform to the bumper hitch on the back of the trailer. Thanks to everyone that has offered their thoughts and opinions to date. Happy travels everyone.
 
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RamblinRowes said:
........ and just today, committed 7K for a new Leer cap and a Decked sliding platform for bike storage. ...................
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If I didn't have a 5th wheel, I would 100% be doing the exact same thing you're doing. That is a great solution to keep bikes safe AND out of the weather.
 
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Mazboy

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This thread was specific to 5th wheels. What you are saying is great but doesn't work on 5th wheels.
RamblinRowes said:
I'm going to jump in with my "two cents worth" here. I purchased a 2024 Delta 251BH in late fall and have spent the winter months researching and planning for the summer tours. For years I've been hauling my road, mountain and fat tire bikes in the bed of my old F-250 crew cab. A Leer cap has allowed me to keep the bikes out of the weather and safe under lock and key. We replaced the 2012 Ford with a 2022 diesel F-250 and just today, committed 7K for a new Leer cap and a Decked sliding platform for bike storage. I can't count the number of patella tendon strains I've had from crawling inside the truck bed to lock down opposing bikes to maximize the number of bikes we can carry. We plan to carry two e-bikes and one carbon road bike at all times, representing over 15K investment. The Decked drawer will allow me to lift the heavy e-bikes while standing on the side of the platform. I considered bike racks mounted on the trailer bumper and over the gas tanks on tongue of the trailer, but just couldn't bring myself to subjecting the bikes to the weather and road grime. I will be installing a secured generator platform to the bumper hitch on the back of the trailer. Thanks to everyone that has offered their thoughts and opinions to date. Happy travels everyone.
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John G

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I have a Hollywood bike rack for my 2 e-bikes. It is rated to hold 2 bikes that weigh 80 lbs a piece. I also use it on my 2021 Dodge 2500. With the Dodge I had to buy a reducer from 2 1/2” to 2” so the rack would fit into the receiver correctly. Since one bike is a step through (26”) and one is only (20”) I also purchased an accessory bar to make sure they were secure on the rack. This rack has been on the back of my Paradigm 295MK for a few trips around the west.
 

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Lantley

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I contemplated carrying my Ebikes on the rear. But I decided to stick with my original plan to carry my bikes inside the fiver.
I have a 2022 390 MP. I keep my e bikes in the mid bunk room.
They are always out of the weather and can stay there 24/7 during camping season. I don't have to load and unload them each and every trip.
One of the main reason I chose the model year and model was the bunk room layout which accommodates my bikes.
The newer mid bunk model has a different bunk room which is not nearly as bike friendly.
 
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Lantley

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Yes Toy hauler is the ultimate for carrying stuff! But I still want the coziness of a standard 5'er although I'm sure having a large patio is nice!
 
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Bozo

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Lantley said:
Yes Toy hauler is the ultimate for carrying stuff! But I still want the coziness of a standard 5'er although I'm sure having a large patio is nice!
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Agreed. I still miss my old 5er but really like the versatility of the TH as well. Patio is a big plus...most of the time.
 
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TJJ said:
Just my 2 cents.Swagman e-spec racks are bulletproof .We haul 2 heavy e bikes and they don’t budge.Quite spendythough.
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Do you have room for the handlebars not hitting the rear of trailer? My handlebar is 14" from head to end. Or do folks just loosen and turn handlebars?
 
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