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Old 12-28-2019, 08:08 AM   #41
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I installed the safety struts by Mount-n-Lock on my bumper. I carry 2 bikes on a bike rack using this method. 10,000km and going strong.

https://mount-n-lock.com/safetystrut...bumper-failure
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Old 12-29-2019, 07:14 AM   #42
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I installed the safety struts by Mount-n-Lock on my bumper. I carry 2 bikes on a bike rack using this method. 10,000km and going strong.

https://mount-n-lock.com/safetystrut...bumper-failure
Bumper mounted bike rack? Pictures or link to similar, please.

Also, what is the total weight of the bicycles you carry?

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Old 01-20-2020, 01:13 PM   #43
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Just an update...our 2020 eagle fifth wheel reciever is rated for 350Ilbs tongue weight and 3500 Ilbs towing. Also has a 4 way pin connector wired in. We use the E-bike specific Overdrive rack.
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Old 01-20-2020, 01:38 PM   #44
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Just an update...our 2020 eagle fifth wheel reciever is rated for 350Ilbs tongue weight and 3500 Ilbs towing. Also has a 4 way pin connector wired in. We use the E-bike specific Overdrive rack.
Do you have a link for that one?
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Old 01-20-2020, 06:27 PM   #45
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Well...don't take my word for it but I do know my hitch is different than the 2019's we were looking at. Mine has the 4 pin harness and loops for safety chains. I saw a video on their website about what had changed for the 2020 models.. the BmPro along with the reciever hitch and a couple other things was mentioned. I went back and for the life of me can't find it. I'll call Jayco and verify and post up what they say.
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Old 01-20-2020, 07:13 PM   #46
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Well...don't take my word for it but I do know my hitch is different than the 2019's we were looking at. Mine has the 4 pin harness and loops for safety chains. I saw a video on their website about what had changed for the 2020 models.. the BmPro along with the reciever hitch and a couple other things was mentioned. I went back and for the life of me can't find it. I'll call Jayco and verify and post up what they say.
LOL Sorry, I was talking about the bike rack you chose.
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Old 01-20-2020, 07:33 PM   #47
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Ohh..lol. Sure.

https://www.amazon.com/Overdrive-Spo...xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==
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Old 01-20-2020, 08:01 PM   #48
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I found the receivers that clamp/bolt on the square tube bumper on many trailers. My question, if you put say 200 pounds of weight on the back bumper of the TT, should you also do something to the tongue weight to balance it out? Just my thinking.

https://www.etrailer.com/dept-pg-RV_...per_Hitch.aspx
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Old 01-20-2020, 09:10 PM   #49
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I found the receivers that clamp/bolt on the square tube bumper on many trailers. My question, if you put say 200 pounds of weight on the back bumper of the TT, should you also do something to the tongue weight to balance it out? Just my thinking.

https://www.etrailer.com/dept-pg-RV_...per_Hitch.aspx
I believe you would still need to counteract that weight to some extent, but the bigger issue I have with those is the weight rating. They list a weight rating for the add-on, but not what that add-on is attached to. The bumper might be the weak link in the chain, there.
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Old 08-31-2020, 11:30 AM   #50
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Anyone ever install a Lippert tray/rack on an Eagle HT?

Has anyone ever installed a (Cougaresque) Lippert rack on a Jayco Eagle HT?



or



While, I am still leaning towards a Swagman, they have remained mostly out of stock since February. I am looking at the rack options, for flexibility of items like the sewage tote along with the bikes. I know Cougars have come with these for years, but the rear structure looks different.
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Old 08-31-2020, 11:42 AM   #51
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I have an Eagle HT 26.5BHs. The bike rack used is an Allen Sports 3-Bike Hitch Racks for 1 1/4 in. and 2 in. hitch from Amazon. Never had any issues.
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Old 08-31-2020, 06:26 PM   #52
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I have an Eagle HT 26.5BHs. The bike rack used is an Allen Sports 3-Bike Hitch Racks for 1 1/4 in. and 2 in. hitch from Amazon. Never had any issues.
Is that RV fifth wheel rated and do you have a link to it?


PS nm. I see it, but it is only rated at 105lbs. Not enough for the e-bikes.
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Old 09-01-2020, 04:49 AM   #53
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Fantastic thread title......

Love the electric bike idea, but curious to hear how others carry them as they are becoming more popular.
We have two rad rider E Bikes. We bought a 4x6 covered Wagon Trailer and I built racks on the floor to hold the wheels of the two bikes. I then added cabinet drawer pulls in certain places on the walls and the floor, which I use to ratchet the bikes down for carry. They ride very well back there and I am able to keep an eye on my little trailer using the back up camera..
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We have two rad rider E Bikes. We bought a 4x6 covered Wagon Trailer and I built racks on the floor to hold the wheels of the two bikes. I then added cabinet drawer pulls in certain places on the walls and the floor, which I use to ratchet the bikes down for carry. They ride very well back there and I am able to keep an eye on my little trailer using the back up camera..
What is a "Wagon Trailer"? Pictures?
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Old 09-03-2020, 06:20 AM   #55
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RV Rated Bike Rack

We have been using a 1-Up bike rack on the back of our 2020 321 RSTS mounted into the receiver hitch that came on the rig. The manufacturer rates it for RV usage with 2 bikes at less than 50 lbs each. I've towed about 6k miles this year with two full suspension mountain bikes and am very pleased with the rack. No issues whatsoever.
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We have been using a 1-Up bike rack on the back of our 2020 321 RSTS mounted into the receiver hitch that came on the rig. The manufacturer rates it for RV usage with 2 bikes at less than 50 lbs each. I've towed about 6k miles this year with two full suspension mountain bikes and am very pleased with the rack. No issues whatsoever.
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Hopefully this works. This is the rack I am using.



https://www.1up-usa.com/product/2in-...ble-bike-rack/
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Hopefully this works. This is the rack I am using.



https://www.1up-usa.com/product/2in-...ble-bike-rack/
Thanks! Any chance you have a picture of that one installed? Trying to figure out the size of the tire loops and distance from the trailer.
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Old 09-04-2020, 10:57 PM   #59
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Swagman...

Swagman E-Spec rated at 70 lbs per bike (only a 2 place rack) and "RV Approved" when you remove the fold lock clevis and replace with a supplied bolt/nut. Used for 2 Ecotric Tornado full suspension mountain bikes @ 55+ lbs each. Nice rack, decent price.
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I use the swagman two bike carrier on the back of the trailer in my sig. mounted in a Reese hitch that was factory installed. The only problem I have is that the handle bars on the bike nearest the trailer are way to close to the trailer rear window. I just loosen the handle bars and turn them parallel to the bike frame.
I've used the swagman for over 20K miles, No problems!
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