I agree with Eddie, security and stability of a tow bar mounted rack which is rated for the additional weight ensures peace of mind when transporting your bikes.

I use a Buzz Rack Scorpion mounted to a detachable swan neck tow bar.

 

http://www.roofbox.co.uk/scripts/rbvehsel4_tab.php?32999&gclid=CLTAh_OYq9MCFUefGwodHqgH1A

 

I can carry two eMTBs up to 30kgs each and drive a couple of hundred miles without any issues.

 

 

 

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I agree with Eddie, security and stability of a tow bar mounted rack which is rated for the additional weight ensures peace of mind when transporting your bikes.

I use a Buzz Rack Scorpion mounted to a detachable swan neck tow bar.

 

http://www.roofbox.co.uk/scripts/rbvehsel4_tab.php?32999&gclid=CLTAh_OYq9MCFUefGwodHqgH1A

 

I can carry two eMTBs up to 30kgs each and drive a couple of hundred miles without any issues.

 

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I think we all agree, but as stated if someone can't afford this option or is reluctant to fit a towbar then what are the other options if any.

Tow bar mounted Pendle rack carries my two haibikes no probs.

Couple of hundred quid to secure seven grand worth of bikes is what I call value for money.

 

 

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Are there any racks for carrying three e bikes?

Are there any racks for carrying three e bikes?

transit van!

Tow bar mounted Pendle rack carries my two haibikes no probs.

Couple of hundred quid to secure seven grand worth of bikes is what I call value for money.

 

 

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I've still got my pendle rack in garage, alas no towbar

I think we all agree, but as stated if someone can't afford this option or is reluctant to fit a towbar then what are the other options if any.

.. there is .. insert a sheet of plastic, lino or similar in the boot space, for protection of the carpet , remove the front wheel and insert the bike with the saddle inmost. Then should the unthinkable happen, the driver will not be impaled by the front forks. That pleasure will be reserved for the radiator of the colliding car..

Use flexible polyethlene pipe insulation on each fork leg in conjunction with some nice heavy carpet between the bike and the seatback .Screwfix sell it in metre lengths for 79p to 99p depending on the thickness . If still doubtful use double thickness around each leg to please your Father !

Are there any racks for carrying three e bikes?

The problem would be the nose weight most likely. You can get a list of allowable nose weights on the caravan club website, but for our last car, a large Citroen Grand Picasso, the limit was 60kg. That wouldn't cover three bikes plus the carrier itself. Some 4x4s do go much higher so depends on the car, but you might have to do two on the back, one on the roof.

 

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Use flexible polyethlene pipe insulation on each fork leg in conjunction with some nice heavy carpet between the bike and the seatback .Screwfix sell it in metre lengths for 79p to 99p depending on the thickness . If still doubtful use double thickness around each leg to please your Father !

 

It's not just the fact that it's hard metal tubing that's the issue. It's more the fact that the bike takes up all the spare space in the car with the front of bike pushed up close to the front seats. As such, in the event of an accident where I was badly rear ended the bike would have nowhere to go except forward, crushing the driver. No amount of pipe insulation is going to make it any safer!

 

I think I've managed to solve the problem though. I simply put the bike in rear end first with the back wheel pressed against the front passenger seat. Thus in the event of an accident the rear wheel of the bike (which is obviously a lot less sharp and pointy than the front end) should be pushed forward into the front passenger seat area. So in theory it should be safe(er) as long as there's nobody in the passenger seat. Not only should this be safer it's also a lot easier to get the bike in and out of the car rear end first.

Did someone mention Citroen grand picasso, worst car i ever had. I honestly couldn't sell it as 3 dealers said the electrics were so bad they weren't interested.

Funny enough, the previous car i had to that was the original picasso and after 250k miles other than brakes, tyres etc it was a great car.

My current volvo xc90, brand new is a nightmare. So much tech you need to be a auto tech specialist to drive the bloody thing.

 

I say bring back wind up windows and me push button radio!

I have just purchased a Thule 916, takes two bikes up to 30kg each. Decathalon have them at a good price, £260 with postage.

good price, but big lump. if i get a tower the thule fold away ones look nice but pricey

It's not just the fact that it's hard metal tubing that's the issue. It's more the fact that the bike takes up all the spare space in the car with the front of bike pushed up close to the front seats. As such, in the event of an accident where I was badly rear ended the bike would have nowhere to go except forward, crushing the driver. No amount of pipe insulation is going to make it any safer!

 

I think I've managed to solve the problem though. I simply put the bike in rear end first with the back wheel pressed against the front passenger seat. Thus in the event of an accident the rear wheel of the bike (which is obviously a lot less sharp and pointy than the front end) should be pushed forward into the front passenger seat area. So in theory it should be safe(er) as long as there's nobody in the passenger seat. Not only should this be safer it's also a lot easier to get the bike in and out of the car rear end first.

. If the back of the car got such a wallop as to start moving the bike forward, it would collapse the wheels , against the steel frame of the seat. If the amount of rear ending was such that the back had chrushed 26 inches, cycling would the least of your concerns.

. If the back of the car got such a wallop as to start moving the bike forward, it would collapse the wheels , against the steel frame of the seat. If the amount of rear ending was such that the back had chrushed 26 inches, cycling would the least of your concerns.

 

The front of the bike is pressed hard against the front seats. The front forks are at an angle and litterally pressing into my back. With the sort of forces involved in vehicle accidents the merest of forward movement and I'd be impailled, in such circumstances the seat frame such as it is would do nothing to save me. Even if the wheel did collapse, and I'm really not sure that it would, the flesh and bone in my back isn't tougher than a 27"+ MTB wheel!

 

In any case I'm pretty sure I've managed to mitigate most of the risk by putting the bike in rear end first with the rear wheel pressed against the back of the front passenger seat.

Buy a Peugeot 406 HDI estate for next to nothing on Ebay and put your bike in the cavernous boot when the rear seats are folded down.

 

So much easier than any kind of rack and much more secure. Rear seats fold in seconds. 50+ miles to the gallon, 600+ miles to a tank of diesel.

 

Either keep it and enjoy or trade it in for something else when the diesel scrap-age scheme arrives at the end of the month. Although governments are predictably untrustworthy the incentives have been speculated to be in the region of £8000 so buying an old diesel like this might be worth a speculative punt anyway.

Love this cycle carrier for towball, folds away and fits in seconds load capacity 30kg and only £50

https://www.decathlon.co.uk/xpress-970-towbar-cycle-carrier-2-bikes-id_8176983.html?iv_=__iv_p_1_g_38294000829_c_174448348725_w_pla-185333117576_n_g_d_t_v__l__t__r_1o1x_pla_y_15177021_f_online_o_1356560_z_GB_i_en_j_185333117576_s__e__h_9046153_ii__vi__&gclid=CLa07JOnsNMCFcFuGwodv1AAnQ

I have one of these Roadmax items for the towbar, max carrying weight 45kgs, possibly two bikes at a pinch, £20

Love this cycle carrier for towball, folds away and fits in seconds load capacity 30kg and only £50

https://www.decathlon.co.uk/xpress-970-towbar-cycle-carrier-2-bikes-id_8176983.html?iv_=__iv_p_1_g_38294000829_c_174448348725_w_pla-185333117576_n_g_d_t_v__l__t__r_1o1x_pla_y_15177021_f_online_o_1356560_z_GB_i_en_j_185333117576_s__e__h_9046153_ii__vi__&gclid=CLa07JOnsNMCFcFuGwodv1AAnQ

Agree, I also bought one when I had my tow bar. It never let me down, but I never felt totally comfortable, as doesn't feel as solid as likes of pendle etc. I think this is just me though.

Without a doubt easiest solution is Thule 3 bike tow bar mounted carrier. Its brilliant. On and off in seconds, really secure, no mess inside and lighting board part of carrier.

Already had tow bar and got carrier second hand off ebay. Tried simpler click on carrier but by time you,ve added lighting board ( which you must) its no quicker. Bikes must be hardest piece of equipment to carry in a car, take up way more volume than they actually are.. Get a tow bar fitted.

Buy a Peugeot 406 HDI estate for next to nothing on Ebay and put your bike in the cavernous boot

 

I have Volt metro folding bike. I'm six foot and 13 stone. I regularly use it for rides around 30 miles. I have the smaller battery fitted. It was around £1200 I think 3 years ago. I had your dilemma but fitting a tow bar, electrics and a suitable rack came to a similar figure. Go and try out a Volt folder. You'll be surprised at how good they are. It easily fits upright into a little Nissan leaving room for loads of luggage.

Love this cycle carrier for towball, folds away and fits in seconds load capacity 30kg and only £50

https://www.decathlon.co.uk/xpress-970-towbar-cycle-carrier-2-bikes-id_8176983.html?iv_=__iv_p_1_g_38294000829_c_174448348725_w_pla-185333117576_n_g_d_t_v__l__t__r_1o1x_pla_y_15177021_f_online_o_1356560_z_GB_i_en_j_185333117576_s__e__h_9046153_ii__vi__&gclid=CLa07JOnsNMCFcFuGwodv1AAnQ

 

That's the one I use it's absolutely fantastic and I would highly recommend it, but only for one bike.

[ATTACH=full]18769[/ATTACH] I have one of these Roadmax items for the towbar, max carrying weight 45kgs, possibly two bikes at a pinch, £20

does that fit detachable towbars or is it bolt on only

Without a doubt easiest solution is Thule 3 bike tow bar mounted carrier. Its brilliant. On and off in seconds, really secure, no mess inside and lighting board part of carrier.

Already had tow bar and got carrier second hand off ebay. Tried simpler click on carrier but by time you,ve added lighting board ( which you must) its no quicker. Bikes must be hardest piece of equipment to carry in a car, take up way more volume than they actually are.. Get a tow bar fitted.

There are nice, but bulky. The new foldable ones are even nicer.

Without a doubt easiest solution is Thule 3 bike tow bar mounted carrier. Its brilliant. On and off in seconds, really secure, no mess inside and lighting board part of carrier.

Already had tow bar and got carrier second hand off ebay. Tried simpler click on carrier but by time you,ve added lighting board ( which you must) its no quicker. Bikes must be hardest piece of equipment to carry in a car, take up way more volume than they actually are.. Get a tow bar fitted.

 

Which model do you have as some of the prices on eBay are crazy expensive