{"id":134,"date":"2018-07-18T12:25:52","date_gmt":"2018-07-18T12:25:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/okay\/?p=134"},"modified":"2023-01-26T11:16:39","modified_gmt":"2023-01-26T11:16:39","slug":"caravan-bike-rack","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/caravan-bike-rack\/","title":{"rendered":"Caravan Bike Rack"},"content":{"rendered":"Table could not be displayed.\n<p class=\"p3\">Caravanning and cycling go together well and if you are interested in checking out the local countryside of the places you visit while touring, you may be looking to invest in a caravan bike rack of some kind.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Although there are plenty of products available on the market, of which we will highlight some of the best bike racks for caravans, there are some things you need to keep in mind when deciding what is right for you.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_61 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6630f56ede8f7\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6630f56ede8f7\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/caravan-bike-rack\/#Best_Caravan_Bike_Racks_UK\" title=\"Best Caravan Bike Racks UK\">Best Caravan Bike Racks UK<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/caravan-bike-rack\/#1_Fiamma_Carry_Bike_XL\" title=\"1. Fiamma Carry Bike XL\">1. Fiamma Carry Bike XL<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/caravan-bike-rack\/#2_Fabbri_BICI_OK_3_Bike_Rack\" title=\"2. Fabbri BICI OK 3 Bike Rack\">2. Fabbri BICI OK 3 Bike Rack<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/caravan-bike-rack\/#3_Thule_Elite_G2_Bicycle_Carrier\" title=\"3. Thule Elite G2 Bicycle Carrier\">3. Thule Elite G2 Bicycle Carrier<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/caravan-bike-rack\/#4_Universal_3_Bike_Bicycle_Tow_Bar_Car_Mount_Rack_Stand_Carrier\" title=\"4.\u00a0Universal 3 Bike Bicycle Tow Bar Car Mount Rack Stand Carrier\">4.\u00a0Universal 3 Bike Bicycle Tow Bar Car Mount Rack Stand Carrier<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/caravan-bike-rack\/#5_Fiamma_Carry_Bike_UL\" title=\"5. Fiamma Carry Bike UL\">5. Fiamma Carry Bike UL<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/caravan-bike-rack\/#6_Bags_and_Covers_Direct_Motor-homeCaravan_2_Bike_Cover_With_Webbings\" title=\"6. Bags and Covers Direct Motor-home\/Caravan 2 Bike Cover With Webbings\">6. Bags and Covers Direct Motor-home\/Caravan 2 Bike Cover With Webbings<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/caravan-bike-rack\/#Finding_A_Suitable_Caravan_Bike_Rack_Or_Carrier\" title=\"Finding A Suitable Caravan Bike Rack Or Carrier\">Finding A Suitable Caravan Bike Rack Or Carrier<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/caravan-bike-rack\/#For_Cars\" title=\"For Cars\">For Cars<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/caravan-bike-rack\/#For_Caravans\" title=\"For Caravans\">For Caravans<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/caravan-bike-rack\/#For_Motor-homes\" title=\"For Motor-homes\">For Motor-homes<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/caravan-bike-rack\/#When_Touring_Abroad_With_Bike_Racks_and_Cycle_Carriers\" title=\"When Touring Abroad With Bike Racks and Cycle Carriers\">When Touring Abroad With Bike Racks and Cycle Carriers<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Caravan_Bike_Racks_UK\"><\/span><strong>Best Caravan Bike Racks UK<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"ProductBlock\">\n<h3 class=\"p3\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Fiamma_Carry_Bike_XL\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/gp\/product\/B00116VBP0?tag=caravanhelper-21\"><b>1. Fiamma Carry Bike XL<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/gp\/product\/B00116VBP0?tag=caravanhelper-21\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2203 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/fiamma-caravan-bike-rack.jpg\" alt=\"Fiamma Carry Bike XL\" width=\"500\" height=\"387\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/fiamma-caravan-bike-rack.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/fiamma-caravan-bike-rack-300x232.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-uk.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=caravan028-21&amp;l=li3&amp;o=2&amp;a=B00116VBP0\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" \/><a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/gp\/product\/B00116VBP0?tag=caravanhelper-21\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-36\">price check on amazon<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"p3\">Fiamma is a highly respected and market leading manufacturer of technical accessories for recreational vehicles. Based Italy and currently lead by the MDs John-David Pozzi and Charles Pozzi, the name Fiamma is taken from the Italian word for flame &#8211; incidentally, this was also the name of the first ever aluminium-based camping stove.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">The Fiamma Carry Bike XL is a very inexpensive and compact model that has been designed to fit most caravan, including even Al-Ko and Hobby. The 5.3 Kg rack is built to be installed onto the A-frame to the front of the caravan and can carry a total of 2 bikes at any one time.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ProductBlock\">\n<h3 class=\"p3\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Fabbri_BICI_OK_3_Bike_Rack\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/gp\/product\/B01D1QLUW6?tag=caravanhelper-21\"><b>2. Fabbri BICI OK 3 Bike Rack<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/gp\/product\/B01D1QLUW6?tag=caravanhelper-21\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2204 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/fabric-caravan-bike-rack.jpg\" alt=\"Fabbri 3 Bike Rack\" width=\"500\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/fabric-caravan-bike-rack.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/fabric-caravan-bike-rack-300x277.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-uk.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=caravan028-21&amp;l=li3&amp;o=2&amp;a=B01D1QLUW6\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" \/><a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/gp\/product\/B01D1QLUW6?tag=caravanhelper-21\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-36\">price check on amazon<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"p3\">Fabbri is another vehicle and recreational vehicle manufacturer that has had a long and successful time in the industry, having been established in 1962. According to Fabbri, their caravan bike racks are among the most technologically advanced available at the moment<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">The BICI OK 3 does nothing really to disprove that fact and has been constructed using arc-welded aluminium for improved robustness and durability even in extreme driving or weather conditions. It can hold a total of 3 bikes and has an adjustable height to prevent your number plate from being obstructed.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ProductBlock\">\n<h3 class=\"p3\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Thule_Elite_G2_Bicycle_Carrier\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/gp\/product\/B00FWLJHMO?tag=caravanhelper-21\"><b>3. Thule Elite G2 Bicycle Carrier<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/gp\/product\/B00FWLJHMO?tag=caravanhelper-21\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2205 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/thule-caravan-bike-rack.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/thule-caravan-bike-rack.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/thule-caravan-bike-rack-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/thule-caravan-bike-rack-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-uk.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=caravan028-21&amp;l=li3&amp;o=2&amp;a=B00FWLJHMO\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" \/><a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/gp\/product\/B00FWLJHMO?tag=caravanhelper-21\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-36\">price check on amazon<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"p3\">Thule is a brand and manufacturer we have featured a number of times on this site. This is mainly thanks to the fact they are one of the biggest and most popular manufacturers of all things related to the outdoors, travelling and caravan accessories. First established in 1942 in Sweden, they have always tried to help their customers get more out of their time in the great outdoors.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">The Thule Elite G2 bike rack is a good all-rounder of a solution to touring and taking your bikes. It has a solid and very stable attachment that fits the rear of your caravan or motorhome and is fully adjustable to ensure that you can fit <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/electric-bike-for-motorhomes\/\">whatever size of bikes<\/a> you own and are taking with you; as well as ensuring they stay put while you are on the road.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">This particular rack can be upgraded to carry more than 2 bikes.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ProductBlock\">\n<h3 class=\"p3\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Universal_3_Bike_Bicycle_Tow_Bar_Car_Mount_Rack_Stand_Carrier\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/gp\/product\/B0193JEH9I?tag=caravanhelper-21\"><b>4.\u00a0Universal 3 Bike Bicycle Tow Bar Car Mount Rack Stand Carrier<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/gp\/product\/B0193JEH9I?tag=caravanhelper-21\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10656 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/618Bburd-uL._AC_SL1500_-1024x931.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"580\" height=\"527\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/618Bburd-uL._AC_SL1500_-1024x931.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/618Bburd-uL._AC_SL1500_-300x273.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/618Bburd-uL._AC_SL1500_-768x698.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/618Bburd-uL._AC_SL1500_-1200x1091.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/618Bburd-uL._AC_SL1500_.jpg 1479w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 580px) 100vw, 580px\" \/><\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-uk.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=caravan028-21&amp;l=li3&amp;o=2&amp;a=B0723FH2WH\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" \/><a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/gp\/product\/B0193JEH9I?tag=caravanhelper-21\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-36\">price check on amazon<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"p3\">The next on our list is this Beaut Drawbar bike rack with space for 2 bikes. It is made from sturdy and durable aluminium, weighs just 4.6 Kg and has a maximum weight capacity of 50 kg.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ProductBlock\">\n<h3 class=\"p3\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Fiamma_Carry_Bike_UL\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/gp\/product\/B00116VBT6?tag=caravanhelp-21\"><b>5. Fiamma Carry Bike UL<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/gp\/product\/B00116VBT6?tag=caravanhelper-21\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2207 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/fiamma-2-bike-rack.jpg\" alt=\"fiamma 2 bike rack\" width=\"500\" height=\"506\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/fiamma-2-bike-rack.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/fiamma-2-bike-rack-296x300.jpg 296w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-uk.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=caravan028-21&amp;l=li3&amp;o=2&amp;a=B00116VBT6\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" \/><a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/gp\/product\/B00116VBT6?tag=caravanhelper-21\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-36\">price check on amazon<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"p3\">The second Fiamma product on our list is this Fiamma Carry Bike UL. This is a very affordable and classic designed carrier from the Italian company that is built with the transportation of 2 bikes in mind.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">With an anodised aluminium structure and the reputation of Fiamma, you know that this particular rack is a wise investment. It is telescopic and can be easily adjusted and if you need to take 3 bikes, it can be used for this by incorporating the quick railing that is supplied alongside it.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ProductBlock\">\n<h3 class=\"p3\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Bags_and_Covers_Direct_Motor-homeCaravan_2_Bike_Cover_With_Webbings\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/gp\/product\/B07BGHCYV1?tag=caravanhelper-21\"><b>6. Bags and Covers Direct Motor-home\/Caravan 2 Bike Cover With Webbings<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/gp\/product\/B07BGHCYV1?tag=caravanhelper-21\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2208 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/caravan-bike-rack-cover.jpg\" alt=\"Bags and Covers Direct Motor-home\/Caravan 2 Bike Cover With Webbings\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/caravan-bike-rack-cover.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/caravan-bike-rack-cover-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-uk.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=caravan028-21&amp;l=li3&amp;o=2&amp;a=B07BGHCYV1\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" \/><a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/gp\/product\/B07BGHCYV1?tag=caravanhelper-21\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-36\">price check on amazon<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"p3\">Although our final item is not a caravan bike rack, it is still something you might want to invest in. This product works in a similar way to a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/best-caravan-covers\/\">caravan cover<\/a>, in that you fit it onto the rack and over your bikes to provide waterproofing and weatherproofing from the elements while you are on the road.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">While it is possible to use this with other bike racks, it has been designed specifically to fit Thule tow ball mounted bike racks. As well as being incredibly weatherproof, it also consists of very breathable polyester fabric.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Hopefully, this page has helped to provide you with the information you need to make wise decisions when it comes to purchasing caravan bike racks. It may feel overwhelming when you first contemplate the decision and have to sift through hundreds of different products. We hope this article, therefore, takes the hassle and headaches out of the choice. Even if you decide against choosing one of the items we&#8217;ve highlighted above, you at least have the facts regarding some of the legal requirements for touring vehicles and bike racks.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">This will help you to plan for and enjoy your next caravan trip, with all the benefits that come with having a set of two wheels with you!<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p3\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Finding_A_Suitable_Caravan_Bike_Rack_Or_Carrier\"><\/span><b>Finding A Suitable Caravan Bike Rack Or Carrier<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\">There are a few different options open to you including roof rack mounts, carriers that are installed on the back of your car or those that can be installed onto a towing bracket. If you have a motorhome, you can even have bike racks fitted to the back panel.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Installing a caravan bike rack or carrier to the back panel of a touring caravan, however, is not recommended as it can upset the balance of the vehicle being towed. Likewise, bike carriers on the A-frame are not recommended as they can add a significant amount of nose-weight that is higher than what is recommended by the towing car manufacturer. Unless, of course, you are driving a 4&#215;4.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p3\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"For_Cars\"><\/span><b>For Cars<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p3\">If you opt for a tailgate-mounted or tow-bar rack for your car, you are required by the law to have your rear lights and number plate visible (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/best-number-plate-tape\/\">number plate tape available here<\/a>). A lighting board is normally required, which can be connected to the 13-pin combined socket or 12N road light socket.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p3\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"For_Caravans\"><\/span><b>For Caravans<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p3\">As noted it may be technically possible for you to attach a cycle carrier or bike rack to the caravan&#8217;s rear. However, this should be avoided as the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/caravan-nose-weight-gauge\/\">additional weight<\/a> can have a detrimental effect on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/fit-stabiliser-before-towing-caravan\/\">stability of your caravan<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p3\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"For_Motor-homes\"><\/span><b>For Motor-homes<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p3\">There is a wide range of bike racks and carriers available for motorhomes. If you want to install the rack or carrier to your coach built body, you should always ensure that the bolts are inserted tightly into a solid framework, and not just the sandwich panel. Alternatively, you should ensure that an appropriate load spreading plate is used on the inside of the motorhome&#8217;s body.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p3\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_Touring_Abroad_With_Bike_Racks_and_Cycle_Carriers\"><\/span><b>When Touring Abroad With Bike Racks and Cycle Carriers<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\">Generally speaking, when touring through most EU countries with bikes, it is important to ensure your cycle rack is fit for its purpose, securely installed, in good working order and that your indicators, lights and number plate are clearly visible.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">In Italy and Spain, it is also required that you have a red and white marker board to show you have a motorcycle rack, cycle rack or some other kind of overhanging load. You can find marker boards from Fiamma in both aluminium and plastic and you should be able to purchase them from most caravan accessory shops and caravan dealerships.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">While you are allowed to use either an aluminium or plastic marker board when touring in Spain, you need to use aluminium in Italy.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">In Portugal, they have a law that stipulates any overhanging load must not be protruding over the vehicle&#8217;s width. This means if you are planning on touring Portugal with your caravan and bikes, you cannot carry your bike on the back of your car, and can only mount them to the back of your motorhome or caravan. The only option for carrying bikes on your car is if you mount them on the roof and the combined height of the vehicle and bikes does not exceed 4 metres.<\/p>\n<p>Are you considering purchasing an electric bike? We have written an article on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.caravanhelper.co.uk\/electric-bike-for-motorhomes\/\">best electric bikes for caravanning<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Caravanning and cycling go together well and if you are interested in checking out the local countryside of the places you visit while touring, you may be looking to invest in a caravan bike rack of some kind. 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