Bike rack for ebike?
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Bike rack for ebike?
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I was wondering if anybody knows a good bicycle rear rack for my cyclamatic power plus (https://www.amazon.com/Cyclamatic-Ele.../dp/B002AQHM3U)
I was interested in getting the Ibera mini commuter and seat post rack combo but no one seems to recommend seat post racks. I wanted that one because it offered a clip on and off bag which I very much like. And I can't buy the Ibera racks that are not seat post because for one there's no where to attach it to and it won't be long enough.
So any suggestions?
Oh and my budget is more or less 85 USD dollars.
I was wondering if anybody knows a good bicycle rear rack for my cyclamatic power plus (https://www.amazon.com/Cyclamatic-Ele.../dp/B002AQHM3U)
I was interested in getting the Ibera mini commuter and seat post rack combo but no one seems to recommend seat post racks. I wanted that one because it offered a clip on and off bag which I very much like. And I can't buy the Ibera racks that are not seat post because for one there's no where to attach it to and it won't be long enough.
So any suggestions?
Oh and my budget is more or less 85 USD dollars.
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Are we talking about racks that go on a car to hold bikes or a rack to put stuff in that attaches onto the bike..? I'm looking for something like this: Amazon.com : Topeak Explorer Bike Rack : Sports & Outdoors
And also I took it to my LBS and they said standard rear racks won't fit because it's too long? And there doesn't seem to be any where to place the two ends on near the seat.
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Are we talking about racks that go on a car to hold bikes or a rack to put stuff in that attaches onto the bike..? I'm looking for something like this: Amazon.com : Topeak Explorer Bike Rack : Sports & Outdoors
And also I took it to my LBS and they said standard rear racks won't fit because it's too long? And there doesn't seem to be any where to place the two ends on near the seat.
And also I took it to my LBS and they said standard rear racks won't fit because it's too long? And there doesn't seem to be any where to place the two ends on near the seat.
Idea: go to Walmart, or target, and locate a cheap bike rack. Install it, and see how it fits. Then, return it and get a higher spec'd, higher weight capacity rack and enjoy.
Now, if you look at your bike's frame, it's pretty standard w/a hub motor. Nothing special, nothing complicated.
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Thank you so much. I will do as you said and buy a cheap one to see the fit!
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And your LBS is incorrect. And I AM talking about a bike rack that fits on your bike.
Idea: go to Walmart, or target, and locate a cheap bike rack. Install it, and see how it fits. Then, return it and get a higher spec'd, higher weight capacity rack and enjoy.
Now, if you look at your bike's frame, it's pretty standard w/a hub motor. Nothing special, nothing complicated.
Idea: go to Walmart, or target, and locate a cheap bike rack. Install it, and see how it fits. Then, return it and get a higher spec'd, higher weight capacity rack and enjoy.
Now, if you look at your bike's frame, it's pretty standard w/a hub motor. Nothing special, nothing complicated.
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Many bikes have threaded bosses mounted on the rear frame to fasten the two front struts that come out of the typical rear rack. Your bike doesn't. What's wrong with your bike shop? They have no creativity at all, if they cannot figure out how to attach a rack.
Buy one of these. Amazon.com: BIKE RACK PART SUNLT MONOSTAY ADPTR RR1p: Sports & Outdoors
If you find the rack is too short to reach the seat post, buy or fabricate two suitable metal brackets to replace the two that came with the above kit. Some hardware store guys can help you if you draw a picture showing the required length. If you flatten the two l-brackets that came with the above kit, maybe they will be long enough.
By the way, you won't be able to pull out that battery with the above rack mount.
To do that, you will have to mount something using the hole where the rear fender is attached. More creativity is needed, but easily done by a handyman.
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Buy one of these. Amazon.com: BIKE RACK PART SUNLT MONOSTAY ADPTR RR1p: Sports & Outdoors
If you find the rack is too short to reach the seat post, buy or fabricate two suitable metal brackets to replace the two that came with the above kit. Some hardware store guys can help you if you draw a picture showing the required length. If you flatten the two l-brackets that came with the above kit, maybe they will be long enough.
By the way, you won't be able to pull out that battery with the above rack mount.
To do that, you will have to mount something using the hole where the rear fender is attached. More creativity is needed, but easily done by a handyman.
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Many bikes have threaded bosses mounted on the rear frame to fasten the two front struts that come out of the typical rear rack. Your bike doesn't. What's wrong with your bike shop? They have no creativity at all, if they cannot figure out how to attach a rack.
Buy one of these. Amazon.com: BIKE RACK PART SUNLT MONOSTAY ADPTR RR1p: Sports & Outdoors
If you find the rack is too short to reach the seat post, buy or fabricate two suitable metal brackets to replace the two that came with the above kit. Some hardware store guys can help you if you draw a picture showing the required length. If you flatten the two l-brackets that came with the above kit, maybe they will be long enough.
By the way, you won't be able to pull out that battery with the above rack mount.
To do that, you will have to mount something using the hole where the rear fender is attached. More creativity is needed, but easily done by a handyman.
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Buy one of these. Amazon.com: BIKE RACK PART SUNLT MONOSTAY ADPTR RR1p: Sports & Outdoors
If you find the rack is too short to reach the seat post, buy or fabricate two suitable metal brackets to replace the two that came with the above kit. Some hardware store guys can help you if you draw a picture showing the required length. If you flatten the two l-brackets that came with the above kit, maybe they will be long enough.
By the way, you won't be able to pull out that battery with the above rack mount.
To do that, you will have to mount something using the hole where the rear fender is attached. More creativity is needed, but easily done by a handyman.
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The only thing I'm worried about on the one you showed me is it snapping off like in the reviews. I would like something that will be strong and long lasting. I was also considering getting a P-Clamp? That seems to be the most inexpensive option available, but what size hole should I be getting if I do that route?
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Here you go. I have this for one of my bikes (no way to connect another rack).
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B007Y...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I liked this best,...but those other connection methods listed above will work fantastically well.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B007Y...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I liked this best,...but those other connection methods listed above will work fantastically well.
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This rack may not be strong enough for your needs, but if you look at the pictures, it shows an extra bracket that would be used to attach to your fender mount, and allow you to remove the battery.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B016AQXXRY?psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B016AQXXRY?psc=1
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I am planning on getting the Ibera carrier so I can use the clip on system. With that said, do you think that this will be compatible with the racks? https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...=ATVPDKIKX0DER
Here you go. I have this for one of my bikes (no way to connect another rack).
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B007Y...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I liked this best,...but those other connection methods listed above will work fantastically well.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B007Y...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I liked this best,...but those other connection methods listed above will work fantastically well.
This rack may not be strong enough for your needs, but if you look at the pictures, it shows an extra bracket that would be used to attach to your fender mount, and allow you to remove the battery.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B016AQXXRY?psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B016AQXXRY?psc=1
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I am planning on getting the Ibera carrier so I can use the clip on system. With that said, do you think that this will be compatible with the racks? Amazon.com : Portland Design Works Payload and Loading Dock Rack Hardware Pack : Sports & Outdoors
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