1up bike rack too weak for emtb??

[MTB_MIKE]

1.25” – 2” Quik Rack Single – 1UP USA | OFFICIAL SITE

I have this single 1-1/4 to 2” receiver bike rack that holds 50lbs max And is capable of adding attachments for up to 3 bikes or 150lbs max. My Ebike is around 50lbs but on a wet muddy day, it will easily gain 5lbs. Is anyone running this rack on their ebikes and have any issues? I’m assuming it should be fine since it’s capable of 150lbs?

 

[net wurker]

Same as you, I had the original 1UP. It was also a 1 1/4 with the 2" adapter. Since I will be carrying 2 heavy ass E bikes around, I ended up selling the original and ordered one of their "Super Duty" racks. Only comes with 2" hitch, and there is extra metal up underneath it.

It's rated for 75 lbs for each tray. The 50 lbs per tray limit on the old one made me
feel not-so-secure.

I would say with just one ebike, you will probably be OK. I'm sure they engineer in a safety net on the advertised weight limits.

 

[cabbynate]

I will admit I have the 2" model and carry two 50lb ebikes no problem. bonce around the desert attached to a 4x4 Toyota Tundra. I personally would trust it no questions asked but do what makes you feel safe.

 

[jsalas2]

I’ve had an original single for a year and a half, hauling a 54lb Haibike. I have the 1 1/4 hitch, no problems.

 

[atcspaul]

I use the single and no problems.

 

[mtbchris]

I had the 1-1/4 Inch receiver on mine. Bought the 2 Inch receiver and side plates for a little over $100 and swapped out receivers. There is no difference between trays, only the receiver and side plates. Swap those out and you'll be fine.

 

[Swan]

My wife and I's Levos on my 1Up.. I have had this setup at 100+mph and no issues.