RVing with Bikes: Best Travel Trailer Bike Rack?
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RVing with bikes is the best, but figuring out how to bring them is another story! In this video, we share some of the drawbacks to carrying your bikes on the bed of the truck and what you need to watch out for when selecting a bike rack for your towable RV. We also install a hitch receiver on our Flying Cloud Airstream and install the Kuat Sherpa 2.0 Bike Rack. Trish gets a hybrid bike and we're just about to hit the road! The day after tomorrow - from when this video is released. Join us every Sunday night for a new episode of KYD!
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We Bought the truck, bought the 5 th wheel, bought the equipment and Took it on two trips to test run. Locally to Williams then Palm Springs. Then cancer struck my hubby. He had his surgery, still recovering then the virus hit the country. We are so happy for channels like yours. We can still see the places through you and still do our planning. Have a grand summer. Safe travels
So if you put a bike cover on your bikes your tail lights will be hidden as well as your license plate. Might ought to give that some thought.
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it's good for when you go through a toll booth and you forgot your Ipass (Illinois). Did that once, I don't have a bike cover, but do have 4 bikes on the rear of the MH. Never did get a video till bthe cause he plate was hidden. Of well, they charge far too much anyway!
I haul my bikes inside the trailer, lock 'em up outside when I get there. Easy peasy. : )
How do you secure them in your trailer?
I agree why don't you just put them in side. We always have even when I was a kid. My parents always put them inside
Yes, I'm with Kathleen Burnette, When you put them inside the RV, how do you keep them from wrecking everything? I imagine they may slide around, roll around, flop back and forth, etc. This is my ideal situation but want to do it the "right" way
@@ChrisFontenot LOL, I don't They do fly around. I don't haul them all the time. I'll have to make something to hold them down.
Not to get a whole thread going on this youtube comment but I’m thinking about some sort of wood based bike stand that people make for their truck beds or garage floors and then strap them down somehow. Haven’t figure it out yet but noodling this direction
Hey guys, you're in our lane now, bikes! So we had a 27' TT for 5 years and used a Kuat bike rack. We had the NV 2.0 with the 2 bike add on (4 bikes on it). I think you'll be ok with the 2 bikes but I found the weak spot on the rack is the locking pin you release to fold the bike rack up and down. Our pin sheared off 2 times and our rack dragged down the road. Just keep an eye on it. When our's broke for the second time I ended up putting a 1/2" bolt through there to permanently hold it there with the intention of welding the rack in place eventually. We now have a class A toy hauler with a big garage for the bikes though!. We've had 2 bikes (high end MTB) stolen off the back of our trailer. We finally invested in a few Kryptonite New York Legend Chains with New York disk lock. I wouldn't drive with them on there (heavy) but good security at night! Best of luck: @pedaladventures
It says on etrailer that this bike rack both 2 and 4 bike version is not designed for a travel trailer. That stinks because I want a platform rack versus what I have.
I've been using a Kuat Bike rack for over 5 years. Its been on several vehicles. We now use it on our Airstream Interstate. We have 2 Electra Town E Go's which weigh around 50 pounds each. The Kuat handles them well. Cheers!
We tried putting a very nice cover on our bikes, we found out really quickly that the cover covers the lights on the back of our tow. Be sure you check that. ❤️❤️
I bought that rack, didn't know it wasn't rated for RV hitches till I assembled it, nice rack, but when I called the manufacturer, they said it could not handle the bounce of the rear of an RV and wouldn't recommend it using it, even with the adjustment knob cranked down tight. I returned it because of the concern I had that I could lose a bike while towing and someone could be injured, there are however, RV rated racks. Keep an eye on those welds.
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Not only did you save a few bucks going with a shop-made hitch but you also supported a small business.....Great job guys!
The Kuat rack is nice. I prefer the 1UP Super Duty 4 up trailer, made in Wisconsin. Kuat's are nice, but the mechanism 1UP uses is on another level, and completely bomb proof. Have loved your channel for years.
same
I have a Kuat NV and I love the rack overall. Works pretty much like the Sherpa. The bikes ride solid. The front tire ratchet, however, over time it will rub/scuff the paint where they touch the front forks. I just wrap a little Scotch 33 electrical tape around the front forks at those contact points, and no issue. I know Marc's bike has some character rust and scratches, but Trish's bike I am sure is still pristine. ;).
Have you considered flat pedals instead clipping in for the rusty pedal issue? Flats just take some time to get used to on the trails and flat pedal shoes stick really well. Plus you can ride the bike in just about any shoe for a quick errand.
THANK YOU for the shoutout! Glad you were able to use the footage!
Great footage and exactly what I was talking about!
Looks like others have already cautioned you about not seeing taillights--braking/turning/visibility etc. That's why we haven;'t been able to use one on ours (Kuat--LOVE it!!) on the back of our Jeep. BUT you can certainly use it when not traveling! You're going to love the rack and how easy it is to get the bikes (& the rack) on and off! You should also have aswivel up piece to be able to put a bike on to change a tire or do other service!
As usual you folks provided very useful information to the rv community. We have been shopping for a bike rack, simple to use a no rattling it looks like we have found it and a bonus how it works again thanks to KYD. Ordering it through trough KYD/Amazon. Excellent workmanship of the installation of the hitch Cliffs welding is in the contact list for future usage. Thanks again safe travels and stay safe.
Hi KYD, I will probably never. Buy an RV to travel by myself. I like to camp, fish, explore, and meet people. When I was a teen Agee, my aunt. And uncle had a winnebago. We use to go camping on the weekend, but once or twice we drove it to Nashville where my mother and my aunt is from. It was so much fun. She has four boys and I grew up with them making me climb the fruit trees cause I was lighter. Now I’m a tomboy and love to camp, fish, and hike. I enjoys watching KYD because I love to travel. I told you before that my 24 year old son and I rented a van and traveled to Missouri, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and California to see family. We’re planning another trip next year. Even though I will most likely never get an RV, I do enjoy a lot of the places you go in learning about different camping places moon docking and all that stuff is informative. Trish you the girl, I’ve seen you whip up something so quick that looks delicious. I know how to cook because my mom was a chef, and she made all three of us girls learn even though all I wanted to do is go outside and play with the boys. Anyway, I know how to cook but because I had to cook when I was young, my sisters and I took turns cooking dinner, I don’t like to cook a cook out of necessity. LOL I really enjoy the meals you fix, and we have the same name, my is spelled Tricia, but I usually people can never spell it wright so I usually just spell it Trisha to make it easy on people. You guys make my day thank you so much for traveling and documenting it. I have a question. I know this is long I’m sorry about that. But I really love the summer to remember shirt that was blue and had it on the back. I think it was from2019 maybe. Is there anyway that I can purchase it I really liked it. And I’m a fan of shorts and T-shirts, jeans and T-shirts, anything comfortable.
Glad to see you guys will be traveling again, love the new bike rack! This is something we've considered & this video was extremely helpful thank you.
Nice. We have a recumbent tandem. It goes on the truck roof. We have decided to change that after 15 years to a single recumbent trike and a single touring bike. Working on the roof rack for the trike and the single bike is going to go on a front hitch. Talk about different. We’ll see. 🇨🇦
Another home Run guys....worked my overnight shift last night and woke up at 0445 this morning to watch the end. Cant wait for this season on the road to see what's in store. Safe travels and God Bless.
Quikrstuff bike rack. #1. I absolutely love it! Engineers dream rack!
I watched this to see how you mounted your bike rack. I thought a lot before i built my rack mount. I built my rack so that it bolts on with the camper jack and extents up over the jack housing. There is a 2" receiver above the jack and then a bike rack slips into the back side of the receiver. I had to use a 1up usa rack because of distance restrictions from the mount to the front of the camper. This works well, but it is a high lift to get the bikes on the rack.
I have the Stromberg Carlson bike rack for the camper tongue over the propane tanks. Holds 4 bikes. Awesome and not expensive.
I work for Trek bikes and honestly I can confirm that this bike rack is the best! It comes in a 2 bike form with an additional 2 bike platform! It’s super sturdy! Highly recommend!
Doesn’t that bike cover block your license plate
You're going to have to figure out what you're going to do about your trailer tail lights. The bikes block them and if you put a cover over the bikes then your tail lights will completely block them. Not only will that be a safety issue but also a traffic infraction which will be costly. Food for thought
Happy Memorial Day everyone!
somber day to remember those military members that died
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Got the Kuat Transfer (2 biker version) and the Kuat Pivot (swing out arm) for my RAM Promaster. So wonderful. Can put my MTB and Gravel or e-bike on it. And having the Pivot swing out arm makes it super-easy to open the back doors.
Congrats. When you cover your bikes on the Kuat rack they cover the tag and the rear brake lights.
Love our Kuat rack. We have ebikes so went with model that handles heavier bikes. Just purchased a 2020 Flagstaff, all 2020 Flagstaff models have a trailer hitch with 2” receiver welded under the bumper (finally). Purchased the Swagman cover From Etrailer $66. Put the bikes on the rack yesterday and installed the cover. Will be so nice for up coming adventures.
Started watching you guys a year ago when we were considering buying a TT. You have been a great help, enjoy your season and be safe.
The only problem I can see with having the bikes on the back of the rig and covered up is your tail lights, turn signals, and brake lights my be hidden.
I have the 1up bike rack. It’s pretty awesome lock them down and they aren’t going anywhere.
Have a seven pin outlet fitted to the back of the trailer, make up a board with all lights including back ups. Best bit of DIY I've done for trailering safely. Also use it when carrier is on the truck.
We have that bike rack. It is the version 1 of the Sherpa. It is almost 10 years old. Be careful with the cover while driving it can become it kite and is usually not recommended. We love it. We have needed to replace the rear tire attachment once.
Happy travels y'all!! One quick question about the bike rack: do the bikes and cover block the turn and brake signals?? Hauling horses, I am always concerned about other people seeing us so we will be safe. I just want you safe too! ♡
JP Ponie, I was thinking that very same thing. As a commercial driver, I hate people that attach stuff to the back of their vehicles that will block their tail, turn, brake lights and they think it is OK to go down the road that way.
It’s funny you put this vid up this week. We’ve been trying to decide to put the bikes in the truck or on the back of the trailer. I think that bike rack has answered or question. Love how it snugs up. Awesome.
I solved the bike/TT problem by putting a front receiver hitch on my truck. Then I used my standard hitch mounted bike rack and carry the bikes in front of the truck.
Carry a can of aerosol gun oil like RemOil if anything gets wet. Takes a few second to spray the components down.
We almost bought a Kuat last year - yes it seems strong and I've seen others put it on the back of there trailers I just didn't like the way its put together - we went with a Yakama Dr.Tray and so far love it, also for your viewer another option for the hitch is the Curt 13703 it worked great for us and fits the "I-beam" in the trailers like it was to be there. As extra safety we put another cable around the bikes to the hitch - think brake away chains =) also a rear view cam is great to check on how things are going back there....
lesson I recently learned the hard way is to not trust the back bumper on your camper. I put my bike rack on there and with all the bouncing around it ended up breaking the welds on the bumper. Not covered by any warranty and not enough room on my camper to weld. Looking into options.
Don't think I didn't notice the new tag plates on the rock tamers!! Where did you get those? With your bike rack on the back don't cover up your brake lights!
Use a Kryptonite 12 or 14 mm chain- that cable lock can be cut with a small pair of cable cutters. My Salsa Spearfish was stolen in 15 min with a cable similar to that. I was taking bags into hotel room in SF, CA - when i came back to move bike to room, it was already gone-cable cut. 2 years now and had my bike cover removed multiple times - bikes still there when they see the chain and Kryptonite U-lock
I have had that same bike rack on two trucks for ten years. No issue...works perfect. Im have an Airelstrean 27 foot. Want to mount bike rack like you have here. Who welded up the hitch for you? Im based in Tampa, Florida.
I watched this a while back today I finally got my Kuat NV2.0 love it thank you so much for your advice 🙏🏼❤️🤙🏼
Speaking from experience here. Last year I almost rear ended an RV on Hwy 101 with a covered bike rack because I couldn't see their brake lights. Please be safe and happy travels.
I keep the bikes inside of trailer when traveling and remove them when at camp site. Keeps the bikes out of weather and sun. I also have a truck cap and store the bikes there.
When you put them inside the RV, how do you keep them from wrecking everything? I imagine they may slide around, roll around, flop back and forth, etc. This is my ideal situation but want to do it the "right" way
@@ChrisFontenot I have a dinette so bungee the bikes to the post and use old mattress pads to keep bikes from rubbing together. I bought a cheap motorcycle cover, bought at Walmart, and cover bikes when secured to rear bumper.
Interesting, thanks!
Oil the chains and cables. Grease everything else, including the lock. Cut down on rust.
Two things.
One, when I hear the word bike I think Harley, Honda, Indian, Yamaha, Suzuki, Kawasaki, but those other bikes are ok as well.
Two, I have been in a RV park and thought ( nope not the place for me ). You are correct, if your gut says no then it's a no!
Keep the rubber on the road.
Safe travels and God bless.
We just bought one of these for hubby’s tow vehicle (Dodge 2500 diesel). We’ll be racking two bikes on the front truck hitch.
Should’ve bought 1up USA. The best rack on the planet . No plastic parts used.
Happy Memorial Day weekend, I'm so excited for this season!!
We can't wait to hit the road! So much planned this year!
@@KeepYourDaydream funny about liking the replies except the ones about blocking the essentials to keep you street/highway legal...
@@maximumwoof8662 Marc is probably frantically looking for a solution before responding would be my guess :-)
We have a rack for the top of our pop up camper called a ProRac, it's really great for anyone with a rig short enough that the bikes being on the roof won't cause any issues with clearance.
Does it concern you that you have really expensive bikes on that rack, and etrailer says the rack is not suitable for Travel Trailers, 5th Wheels, or Motorhomes?
Kuat website also says NOT RV compatible. So, I’m wondering the same thing. What made you decide to move forward with this one anyway? Thanks
Now Mark and Trish have to remeasure the height of your rig with the new lift kit. LOL
Another option is adding a front hitch to your truck and putting a bike rack on that. That’s what I do since I have a slide in camper
Love the name of your bike rack manufacturer. Kuat means strong in Indonesian. Also, totally agree with your singing the praises of Cliff's. They're a local business who does stuff right!
Trish, we're sure you'll like the hybrid bike! We both have hybrids and have been using them for several years. We are not mountain bikers, but we love the versatility of being able to go on pavement or mild trails. We started traveling with them mounted on the back of our campervan last summer, but, like you, found that things like our bike chains started to rust. We bought the Formosa bike cover and will be testing it out on our first trip starting June 1st. We'll let you know how they work out!
Liz Amazing had her new E-bike stolen. It was locked by a cable to the underside of her 5th wheel and while they were gone, someone took bolt cutters and cut the cable. They have not found the bike. It was a $5000.00 bike and the police haven't found it as of yet. She has a video about it. Happy trails.
Hi Trish! My husband actually convinced me to get the Kent Go-go about two months ago. I was definitely wanting more of a cruiser but we also do a lot more gravel and trails while camping with our kids. I wanted to let you know I got a Nantucket Basket Co basket and a great Brook’s leather seat and now its as cute as ever. I thought that coincidence was just too funny. Anyway, have so much fun!
Lookin Goood 😉
Just a thought...when we had our 30' Classic with Airstream bike carrier the bike cover would block the campers brake and turn signal lights....I considering an LED turn signal bar that is for pickups to addnto the bumper since the bumper was seen. But instead traded to a 33' without bike rack and decided on a slide with fiberglass cover for the F250. Good luck. We may in time get the lift kit too.
Cables can be cut, so can chains, but a wrapped chain will make it harder to cut and probably draw more attention. Plus you would have double security. Very good video.
Hey! Kurt here from The Traveling Larsons! We had an RV approved bike rack on the back (bike rack approved) bumper of our Keystone Bullet travel trailer. The bumper ended up falling off the trailer south of Houston on the Interstate after around 20,000 miles. Looking forward to watching you guys on the road again this season. I really like that bike rack. A waterproof cover is a great solution for the weather. Never thought about lifting a trailer.... Sounds like a good idea.
Hey Trish - I have a hybrid bike and love it. I’m not a mountain trail biker (b/c I’m a wimp) but wanted to be able to go on sandy/packed dirt trails and get speed in the road. The bike is perfect for how I like to ride. Hope you enjoy your new bike!
Oddly I LOVE the learning process of new adventures. So watching this was fun. Have fun, enjoy learning from mistakes and all will be fine at the end.
Another great video. I was looking for a sturdy bike rack. Just to let you know up here in Canada the border is not open to car traffic til June 21 2020. All our provinces are still locked down . You can't go in Quebec or leave. Also you can not go to PEI .
Had a bike stolen from my site at a campground near Orlando. Had a sensor stolen from my car tire in Menifee, Cali
Be aware that cover looks like it covers your brake lights. People driving being "so aware" be careful (not that you can do a whole lot).
Yeah, no cover while driving for sure. When we drive in the rain, we'll have to dry the bikes off when we get "there".
Interesting, I was about to buy a Kuat NV 2.0 bike carrier for the back of my trailer. I contacted Kuat about using it for this and they replied Not recommended for RV's. It would void the warranty. There are others that are RV compatible (and frankly they don't look as robust as the Kuat). So I guess it's a liability issue, however it is disappointing when they won't stand behind their product. I haven't decided what to do. It will be interesting to see how yours holds up over the next year or two, I doubt you'll have any problems.
One thing you may want to consider, especially if you have a bike cover in conjunction with the rack, when you are underway you will be covering your trailer licence plate. There are many jurisdictions that can be very stubborn about that. You may want to look into solutions to move your trailer licence plate.
Let's see what happens first and the solution will come second. I'll be curious to find out.
My husband rides a street bike using the padded shorts and all of that. I said that I just wanted a big tire, big seat, beach cruiser. He, out of the side of his face, at just above a whisper said..."no, just no. Hahahhah.
We store our bikes inside the trailer when we travel. It's not the best solution, but it works in a pinch.
We're bringing our E-bikes on our journey. We're using the Curt Clamp on Hitch mount. But we only have 2 bikes. 😀
So funny coincidence - we just bought a bike rack for our adult bikes (kids bikes have always been tossed in the toad). Rack worked great, got to campground day 1 bikes worked great, day 2 watched ur video, day 3 my (mom’s) bike now has a flat tire 🤣🤦🏻♀️
Good video as always one thing I wanted to share my wife’s expensive bike was stolen off the back of the trailer well when dealing with insurance company there was fine print regarding the deductible and it was higher than expected how it applied to the bike so RV’r beware
We are also looking for a bike rack, but one for e-bikes. I didn't read thru all of the comments, but did notice this rack isn't meant for mounting on RV's
Hi guys. Perhaps I missed something in the video because I notice the new rack only holds 2 bikes? I thought the three of you were still traveling together. Also, when you have 5 people to account for like my family, you do sometimes have to pick the best case scenario that includes everyone and all their stuff so I felt your initial bike storage solution was actually pretty cool.
The bikes block the trailer lights as it is the cover is going to just block them all the way.
Got quoted on a custom 2” hitch like yours for $600, got lucky and my buddy built one that looks just like your custom for $100 in materials. Put on our 2018 Bighorn. Also bought a 2 bike cover on Amazon that did not fit our Santa Cruz Heckler and Trek mountain bikes. Found one that fit perfectly from Camping World. It lasted about 2 years! We have a Yakima rack and it’s a tight fit with no looseness. Also I know I have a 5er but you can see the brake/tail lamps just not the plate. Happy Trails!! Been following you guys since you started and used a lot of your tips since we started full timing over 3 years ago!
Dang, Cliffs in Mesa missed you again, Oh what was I doing at that time... NOTHING! WE are on the RV trail, left Friday in San Antonio a lot of places are temporary closed. They are still in Stay at Home until June 4th. Good luck it's different and SAD. Stay Safe Stay Healthy. Don't forget your Masks, you'll need them. 10yrs and older must wear a mask. Nice Bikes too!
I suggest squirting Royal Purple in your locks. It keeps them working smoothly.
I like the looks of the LetsGoAero bike rack/box options for travel and for keeping things clean, dry, out of site.
That’s a lot of weight on a frame that was not built to handle it. Our bikes ride on the front of the truck through the use of a front receiver hitch.
@David Kemp We are doing the same thing with 2 e-bikes and we have a Formosa bike cover but it blocks our license plate and part of our headlights; does yours do the same?
If you are looking for a quality bike cover, try a canvas shop. The heavy vinyl fabrics are water prof and most quality shops should be able to design a cover for the bikes along with a way to secure the cover to the rack.
Following my uncle to Maryland to go to Cherry Hill campground his two bikes $600 a piece attached to his bumper wind-up scraping crossed the highway his bumper came apart from his travel trailer. It ruined his first night there. He wind up getting a stronger reinforce bumper. And new tires for their bikes.
My father would punch a number in the underneath the peddle housing( I know that is not what it is call) and that saved my son bike. It was returned Back in the old days we had license in New York you put it on the back fender. Good luck with the bike rack.
Looks like with the bike cover you can't see the trailer taillights.
That was my first thought. You beat me to it.
Me too
Not only the tail lights, but the license plate, too! You get the wrong Barney Fife in the boonies, and that could be a big fine, (as can the blocked lights as well. The tail lights are also a dangerous thing despite the legal aspects, though, for sure! You absolutely want everyone behind you to know what you're doing! Also, you might want to think about a wireless camera on that back end. I'd be awfully leery if I couldn't see that those bikes were staying put because the back end of the trailer is "blind" to you.
I hope KYD films the tickets they will receive.
We bought an expensive cover and it was hell getting it on and off, plus the dirt from the road sucked up inside and along with any rain water made a muddy mess of the bikes. We found that mounting them on the front of the truck uncovered was the answer. No worry with covering the lights or the bikes being covered with dirt, no cover to fool with and the bikes are with us wherever we go. We paid $400 for the bike rack, but a thief will have a hell of a time getting the bikes, our locks go down on the frame and not the tire's. We have two rv's a 35' fifth wheel and a 30' travel trailer and having the front mount is hassel free. I suggest you use the new trailer receiver for a flat light weight storage box and move the bikes to the front of your truck. I promise you will be happy.
This is such a timely video. We’re looking for a bike rack to go on our travel trailer. Thanks for sharing this 🙏🏼.
I love my Kuat...hope you all love yours too. You all might want to get another cable to lock up each bike. I run the cables thru the font wheel and the rear wheel/frame. Quick change wheels come off easy. Also if the seat post has a quick change you might want to take it off too. Great vids, keep'um coming. Have fun on the road. 👍❤😍🤗👏🥓🥓
"Locks just keep honest people honest."
5:40 FYI the WD in WD-40 is for Water Displacement, it was invented to keep water off of rockets at NASA. Spraying things that get wet with it is a great way to prevent rust.
Get a gas grill cover, not a bike cover! Much more durable, less costly. Covering bikes will block rear lights - either get a bike cover with clear plastic "windows" on the ends, or just mount an extra set of trailer lights on the back of the hitch rack. Do you have a rear view camera on the back of the Airstream? Great way to keep an eye on the bikes while under way...
Greetings from New Zealand loved the bike ,but should be upgraded to model with a light bar fitted and hopefully you can organise supplementary plates for the trailer and the truck as we do in NZ .Love what you good people provide .Steve 🇳🇿👍
FYI guys that pin for the bike rack has an Allen key on the end for the final tightening of retention knob.
I have a Kuat bike rack.. a slightly older model - but love it! Worth the money!
My favorite Airstreamers!
Your bike rack will set the Airstream forum on FIRE! Bike racks are very controversial. Put on your lead lined skivvies.
Yeah, I've seen the debates, but that Airstream rack is lame :) And makes the storage so hard to use. So far, we love this solution.
Trish, Hubs & I bought Trek hybrids & love them...when we did our mega North America tent camping trip (2016) we brought them along & we used them! I rode the Cabot Trail (~700feet of it-those tourist brochures lied! It wasn’t safe to ride along where we were!) and we rode into Lebanon, Ohio (great town) from our site.
Saddle bags Trish! I got some for my hybrid & love them. My bike is definitely heavier, but I can secure groceries & other things for a jaunt, covered also for protection from dirt & rain.
As for trusting your gut, yes! It is a must.
We have our bike rack on our car & when we get a rig they’re going inside it! (Hubs May think otherwise 😁) If you find a cover that comes up from the bottom or effectively seals the bottom let us know, right now we clean them off every evening if there was rain or a lot of dust. The gears & I guess the pedals are the important parts to be covered.
The best bike rack on the market is 1UP USA. I have one. It's been to Moab three times, Boise two times, and Colorado 2 times. It's been amazing!!!
Cool. That does look like a solid/best solution for heavy mountain e-bikes. Do you have it mounted on the back of your Airstream?
Velocirax also look like they do a great job, but I’m yet to find anyone whose mounted one on an Airstream.
We love that bike rack.
Had bikes on a rack on the back of a pop-up we had. The rear of the camper does "beat" your bikes. Think about the last car on a roller coaster. Like the video said, pros and cons to any bike carrying solution.
If you don't already have some Boeshield T9, spay some of that on your pedals every often and the will stay in ti to shape for a long time.
That is a nice setup. If I could only figure out how to get my Harley full dresser on that rack, it would be perfect...Lol. Be safe out on the road. Looking forward to next Sunday's show.
Basket I hear.. well I just bought a dutch one. Loving the heavy metal music. I don't even own my own an RV I have a regular bricks and mortar place (well the banks do until my mortgage is finished which is soon) but I follow cos one day what ye do is my dream. I am married to a places! I reckon ye would love it! Give me a bell!
ENJOYED ! BE SAFE ! HAVE FUN ! GOD BLESS YOU BOTH ON YOUR JOURNEYS !
What about blocking your license plate when your bikes are on the trailer?