3-wheel bicycle carrier

[JerryandSusie]

I bought my wife a 3-wheel bike for our RV adventures. I would like to mount it to the bumper of my 5 wheel if possible but I'm open to other options. Has anyone found a bumper carrier for this kind of bike?

[dpgllg]

Gonzo42 wrote:
I have a Hollywood bike rack, which is configured for one trike and one standard. It can be re-configured for other bikes types and sizes.

I went online to look at these racks. They are very nice BUT very expensive. The rack that carries a trike and one regular bike costs $549 and shipping to me was $57 for a grand total of $607.

There is no way I could afford this rack. I think I will go with the option presented earlier by modifying a cargo rack.

Dave

[Gonzo42]

I suggest you use schedule 80 PVC for strength.

[DutchmenSport]

golf_bears wrote:
Another thought to make it lighter is to use PVC piping.

Hum? I never though of that. I've got lots of left over PVC pipe, of all sizes. I'll muddle that one over in my head.

THANKS!!!!!!!

[golf_bears]

Another thought to make it lighter is to use PVC piping.

[Gonzo42]

I have a Hollywood bike rack, which is configured for one trike and one standard. It can be re-configured for other bikes types and sizes.

[SailingOn]

The receiver-mount carriers for trikes are startingly expensive.
Our Catrike will fit in the truck bed, with fifth wheel hitch and the trailer connected, if we remove the two front wheels.

[JerryandSusie]

Thanks for the photos. Can I steal your design for my use? (grin)

[DutchmenSport]

This was a temporary quick fix that is ending up being permanent. The basic carrier is just a cargo carrier purchased from Tractor Supply Company. I removed the cage part and built the wood frame for the tires of the tricycle to rest in. I wanted to redo this using aluminum pipes or bars so it would be a bit lighter and easier to handle, but haven't gotten around to doing that yet. Meanwhile, this works well.









Maybe I'll just paint the wood black and call it a day! Why re-invent the wheel when something works?

[kerrlakeRoo]

DutchmenSport just did one for his trailer, ask for a pic.

[gbopp]

Hitchrider.com You'll have to add a receiver to your 5th wheel.
Maybe this will give you some ideas for other options?

[Lwiddis]

Bumper bike carriers are easy to find. A double bike carrier would probably fit. Find a bumper that can handle the weight (and the weight bouncing down the road) is difficult. What does your manufacturer say about your bumper’s capacity?