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• What Bike Rack with a Ramp Should I Get For My 2024 Aventon Step Through E-Bike?
  Hello Karla, Wow, that is a really nice e-bike! I do not blame you for wanting a ramp for your e-bike, just because you can lift your bike doesn't mean that you should. For your 2024 Aventon A-Level 2 step through Commuter E-bike I recommend the Yakima OnRamp LX Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes - 2" Hitches - Frame Mount # Y88DJ. What I really like about this rack is how the padded clamp is able to maneuver in all directions making it very easy to clamp onto the bike, it really is the reason...
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• Comparing the Yakima OnRamp and OnRamp LX Bike Racks
  Great question, Rondi! The Yakima OnRamp # Y96FR is the first generation while the Yakima OnRamp LX # Y28DJ is the second generation of this rack. The LX has slightly higher weight ratings (70 lbs per bike on road and 42 off-road), the trays are upgraded to be easier to adjust and hold the tires better, and then the LX has provisions for the License Plate and Tail Light Relocation Kit # Y74VR. I do recommend picking up the Yakima LockUp Hitch Lock and Cable Lock # Y07238 though because...
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• Yakima OnRamp or Thule EasyFold XT For Fat Tire Electric Bikes
  The Yakima OnRamp Bike Rack - 1-1/4" Hitches # Y28DJ or 2" Hitches # Y88DJ does not require added straps for fat tires, as they are able to fit tires up to 5" wide, though the Thule EasyFold XT - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches # TH903202 require additional straps for fat tires, and here is what you'd need: - Thule EasyFold XT Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes # TH903202 - Fat Bike Straps for Thule EasyFold XT Bike Rack # TH985101 While both come with an integrated ramp, the EasyFold XT offers a...
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• Recommendation For Carrying a Aventon Level 2 E-Bike Behind a 2013 Scion xB
  I do see your Aventon Level 2 bike has a weight of 54lbs. Since you are using the Curt Receiver # C12490 on your 2013 Scion xB and being a 1-1/4" receiver I recommend the Yakima OnRamp # Y28DJ as it can support bikes up to 66lbs each and has a ramp for ease loading. Using an Adapter # e43YR with the Rack # HLY66ZR not only moves it further back causing more of a lever effect on the weight but do remember the extra length is also going to have an effect on the departure angle which means...
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• Can I Use The Yakima OnRamp LX to Carry My Pinarello Dyodo T700 and Gazelle Arroyo C5 Elite
  Thanks for your reaching out, Don! The rack and hitch combination you're looking at will in fact work on your Mini Cooper. However, there is a but here. While the Yakima OnRamp LX part # Y28DJ will be able to work on the EcoHitch part # EH47FR as well as be able to carry your bikes, it may not be the best option for your bikes, mainly your carbon fiber bike. Most carbon fiber bikes are not recommended to be used on a bike rack where the rack would be making contact with the frame like...
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• What is Weight Capacity of Yakima OnRamp Bike Rack
  Hey Makayla, the weight capacity for the Yakima OnRamp part # Y28DJ that you referenced is 70 lb per bike regardless of how many bikes are loaded as the bike trays and frame clamps are all only rated to 70 lbs as well. If you needed a higher weight capacity though we have the Hollywood Racks Sport Rider part # HLY84FR which is rated for up to 80 lbs per bike.
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• 2018 Honda CR-V Compatibility with Yakima OnRamp LX Bike Rack
  Thanks for reaching out, Barbara! The Yakima OnRamp LX Bike Rack # Y28DJ is a great new addition to the Yakima lineup of bike rack and I'm excited to see people asking about it! Here are the answers to your questions: 1. Yes, you can mix and match bike styles on this rack. 2. The brake lights should still be visible (this is really dependent on the bikes), but your bike tires will likely be in the way so I would consider them partly visible. You can use the Light Kit # Y74VR to keep your...
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• Recommended E-Bike Capable Bike Rack w/a Ramp for a 1-1/4" Class II Hitch
  Hey Bea, thanks for the information! I recommend the Yakima OnRamp LX Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes item # Y28DJ. This bike rack fits a 1-1/4" class II hitch with a 300 lbs tongue weight. It weighs only 53.5 lbs and has a 70 lbs per bike capacity. The included ramp is conveniently folded and stored in an easily accessible spot on the bike rack. The OnRamp LX item # Y28DJ has padded clamps with ratcheting straps that give you the option to connect your bike by the frame, seat post, or...
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• Recommended Easiest Bike Rack to Load a Heavy E-Bike
  Yes, we do Bob! I recommend the Yakima OnRamp LX Bike Rack item # Y88DJ if you have a 2" hitch or item # Y28DJ if you have a 1-14" hitch. The OnRamp bike racks have plenty of capacity for your 52 lbs electric bike. These racks also have a built in ramp that makes loading your bikes extremely easy. I have linked a picture below that will show you the ease of using this ramp.
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• RV Approved E-Bike Rack that Can Fit 1-1/4 inch Hitch
  Hey Patti, so the problem with hitch adapters is that they cut the capacity of the hitch they are installed in by 50 percent which is not ideal for the 1-1/4 inch hitch size that normally has lower capacities. So what that means is that using a hitch adapter with an e-bike rack at the rear of an RV is a pretty bad idea and you'd be best served with an e-bike rack that is RV approved and also designed for your hitch size like the Yakima OnRamp par # Y28DJ that you referenced.
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• Does The Yakima OnRamp LX Bike Rack Work With Step Thru Bikes?
  Hello Pamela. Yes, the Yakima OnRamp LX Bike Rack # Y28DJ will indeed work with step thru bikes. The OnRamp secures your bike using wheel straps on the platform along with adjustable clamps for attaching to the frame of the bike. The clamps can attach to the seat post, which is what makes it compatible with step thru frames. The OnRamp LX is the new version of the Yakima OnRamp. The new version has a few upgrades, most notably a 70 lb per bike capacity. The ramp attachment is super convenient...
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• Recommended Bike Rack for a Class II Hitch and Fat Tire E-Bikes
  Anna, if you're referring to the OnRamp then there used to be a set of longer straps Yakima offered for fatter tires, but they've since been discontinued, unfortunately. Since it sounds like your tires are exceeding the max limit the rack can handle, then I'd suggest looking toward an upgrade like the RockyMounts MonoRail Solo Bike Rack for 2 Bikes # RKY10007-05 which can handle up to 5" wide tires. This rack will also work with 1 1/4" receivers, has a 60 lb per bike capacity, and a...
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• Can the Yakima OnRamp Be Used W/ a Front Hitch
  Yes Ximena, the Yakima OnRamp LX # Y28DJ can also be used on a front hitch.
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• Does Yakima OnRamp LX Bike Rack Work With Step-Thru Ebikes
  It does! If you take a look at the accompanying photo that one of our customers sent in, you can see step-thru ebikes being carried by the OnRamp bike rack, which is available for either a 2" or 1-1/4" trailer hitch receiver: - 2" Hitch: Yakima OnRamp Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes # Y28DJ - 1-1/4" Hitch: Yakima OnRamp Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes # Y88DJ The OnRamp uses wheel straps along with adjustable clamps that grasp the bikes by the frame or seat post to secure them, which is...
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• Recommended Bike Rack for Gazelle Step-Thru E-Bikes
  Thanks for the pictures! The best bike rack for your Gazelle Step-Thru E-Bikes is going to be the Yakima OnRamp Bike Rack item # Y28DJ. Neither one of the bike racks you referenced will work with fenders or be capable of handling the weight. The Yakima OnRamp has a 66 lbs capacity per bike. It has clamps that can rotate and fit around your bike's alternative frame and hold it in place. So don't worry about not having a top tube. One of the best features of this bike rack is the ramp that...
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• Will Yakima OnRamp Bike Rack Work With Lowstep EBike
  First, thanks so much for the nice words, they are really appreciated. And I have good news for you as your Trek Verve+2 Lowstep bike is absolutely compatible with the OnRamp, which is the following part number, depending on if you have a 1-1/4" hitch or 2" hitch: - Yakima OnRamp LX Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes - 2" Hitches # Y88DJ - Yakima OnRamp LX Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes - 1-1/4" Hitches # Y28DJ The reason why the OnRamp will work for you is because its clamps can secure...
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