My wife and I bought Gazelle Ultimate T10+'s and are expecting delivery in a week or so. I have a bike rack that is plenty large enough for the two bikes. The problem/concern is for her mid step version. I need a cross bar adapter (or tube top frame adapter) that will support the 58 lbs. The closest that I have found is a Thule cross bar adapter that is rated to 50 lbs. Are there any that are specifically rated for e-bikes?
E-bike Cross Bar Adapters?
- Thread starter Reese
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Dewey
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- Arlington, Virginia
You can save a few pounds by removing the battery, but otherwise I'd recommend a tray style rack.
GreatLakesWaterman
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What frame carry rack is rated for ebikes?
E-Wheels
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I have this one which is good for 46kg total
Just so happens that both of our ebikes weigh 45kg including batteries
We remove the batteries for transportation, so saves 5-6kg
Thule VeloCompact 7-pin
Thule VeloCompact 7-pin - Compact and lightweight bike rack for everyday use.
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I tried the crossbar adaptor on my wife's stepthru with hollywood rack. No way was it safe to carry the bike. I disposed of the crossbar and purchased a 1Up super duty tray rack . Best rack I have used. And so easy and quick to put two ebikes on. https://www.1up-usa.com/product/2in-super-duty-double-bike-rack/
GreatLakesWaterman
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I'm familiar with that tray style rack. Nice choice. I'm not familiar with any frame carry style that are ebike rated, though.I have this one which is good for 46kg total
Just so happens that both of our ebikes weigh 45kg including batteries
We remove the batteries for transportation, so saves 5-6kg
Thule VeloCompact 7-pin
Thule VeloCompact 7-pin - Compact and lightweight bike rack for everyday use.
Great looking rack and I reviewed the web site and it will fill the bill. Much appreciated!! Reese
E-Wheels
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What is ebike rated?
They are rated based on WLL
GreatLakesWaterman
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Thule's T1, T2, and Easyfold are rated for Ebikes (by the manufacturer).
Likely because ebikes that are under 40 pounds are largely outliers.
E-Wheels
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Any of the Thule carriers can be used for any bike or ebike providing the WLL stated by the manufacturer is not exceeded
GreatLakesWaterman
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Most manufacturers of carbon frames will void the warranty if carried on a frame hang carrier.Any of the Thule carriers can be used for any bike or ebike providing the WLL stated by the manufacturer is not exceeded
E-Wheels
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The OP’s ebike is not a carbon frame, so any will suit providing the WLL is not exceeded
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