Bikes & Motorcycles

E-Bikes, Motorcycles and How to Carry Them

Written by the PickupChain team · Last reviewed October 17, 2026

A truck and a bike or motorcycle are a great pair: drive to the trailhead, then ride. E-bikes come in classes. In most US states, Class 1 and 2 top out at 20 mph and Class 3 at 28 mph with pedaling. Local trail rules often limit which classes are allowed.

E-bikes are heavy, often 50 to 80 pounds. Choose a hitch rack rated for that weight per bike, with wheel trays rather than frame hanging. A 2-inch receiver is usually needed for two or more e-bikes.

For motorcycles and dirt bikes, use a loading ramp rated for the bike weight, wheel chocks and tie-downs that attach to solid points on the frame and bed.

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