I just bought a new electric bike "Trek Valencia +" that comes with an existing rear rack. Can I install the bobike in top if the existing rack?
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I don't know. I had to take the bike rack off mine. The seat folds out and has a small rack. My guess is you 'll have to take the rack off. I'm not an expert on it. Good luck.
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I would check on the Bobike website to see what length of rack is required to hold the seat and then cross-reference that with the length of your seat. I would also check to see what the carrying capacity of your pre-installed rack is on the Trek website. The Bobike Junior seat needs to be installed on a rack that is rated to a 50 kg carrying capacity. Sometimes the rack is more for show than for function so depending on the specs that you find, you may need to upgrade the back rack. As an aside, rear child seats are best suited to steel frame bicycles because the frame can support the weight of the rider and the passenger (and their backpack, etc.). If your Trek is an aluminum frame, just be aware that you could experience some bend/flex to your frame. All this being said, I am super happy with the seat so far and really like the side foot holders and the fact that the seat folds down so that you can continue to use it as a rack when you are not carrying a kid. My kids love the ride as well!
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I bought this to go on an ebike as well (surface). It did not fit over the lithium battery on the back. I think the only way to know for sure is to try it.
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Sorry. The rack is attached to the trunk. Theoretically, the trunk would open but the weight of the bikes and the rack will be on the trunk.
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Hello,Not familiar with that particular bicycle, however, BMW racks are typically designed for adult road/mountain bikes.Regards,BMW - AutoGoodParts
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Judging from the online photos of said bicycle(you claimed to own) I notice your model bike hereby lacks the rear mounting bolts of my bicycle-which is how my Planet Bike Eco rear rack is connected.You might want to ask an expert bikeperson if such a part is compatible with your bicycle in spite of said absentee feature!Aso,when I looked for a rear bike rack I sought out the highest maximum weight compacity possible and compatible/durable baskets to outfit it with!I hope this information was helpful!
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I have this exact one and I don't think a standard bike rack would work! I just put it in the back of my pick up. Great bike!!!
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no. this rack will not fit a bike with rear suspension. it bolts to the seat stays up by the seat and down by the axle which won't allow suspension movement. you will probably need a seatpost mounted rack such as: http://www.amazon.com/Ibera-Bicycle-Seatpost-mounted-Commuter-IB-RA1/dp/B002T5GHNI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1422749113&sr=8-1&keywords=seatpost+rack+bicycle
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Thank you for your inquiry. You have a good question, we have not installed on a ecosmart scooter before. Our shop manager said it would probably work but the Ecosmart's rear rack would need to be removed. He said you have a couple options, 1) use the standard "Fork Hitch" base unit installation as seen on amazon (minor modifications may be needed) or 2) use the "Alternate Rear Rack" installation as seen on our website. If you go to and click on our PRODUCT TAB, then at the bottom click on parts. The Alternate Rear Rack connects to the seat post only, like the ecosmart's scooter rack.If you would like option 2), we can ship out a modified order if you contact us. Regards, Bike Balance Thank you for your inquiry. You have a good question, we have not installed on a ecosmart scooter before. Our shop manager said it would probably work but the Ecosmart's rear rack would need to be removed. He said you have a couple options, 1) use the standard "Fork Hitch" base unit installation as seen on amazon (minor modifications may be needed) or 2) use the "Alternate Rear Rack" installation as seen on our website. If you go to and click on our PRODUCT TAB, then at the bottom click on parts. The Alternate Rear Rack connects to the seat post only, like the ecosmart's... » Read More Thank you for your inquiry. You have a good question, we have not installed on a ecosmart scooter before. Our shop manager said it would probably work but the Ecosmart's rear rack would need to be removed. He said you have a couple options, 1) use the standard "Fork Hitch" base unit installation as seen on amazon (minor modifications may be needed) or 2) use the "Alternate Rear Rack" installation as seen on our website. If you go to and click on our PRODUCT TAB, then at the bottom click on parts. The Alternate Rear Rack connects to the seat post only, like the ecosmart's scooter rack.If you would like option 2), we can ship out a modified order if you contact us. Regards, Bike Balance « Show Less
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Yes. That is the exact setup I am running after upgrading my classic Schwinn. Works great.
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I have the exact same bike. I works fine you just need a through axle adapter same as any other fork mount rack on a bike with a front through axle
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I have a Nishiki hybrid women's bike and it works great on the rack. I did buy an adapter when I first bought the rack to put on a women's bike but I have not had to use it. If it is more of a youth bike you may want to buy the adapter.
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I'm not familiar with that bike, it fits my shadow. I wpild say if you can put a rack on the back it woud work, Iv been very happy with mine.
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The end slides into the the existing bike rack. The existing bike rack slides into the receiver hitch. Therefore, it is smaller than the 2" receiver. There would be a fair amount of slop. The holes would also need to be drilled.
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you need to have the suzuki rack on back then then t-box works great. easy installation.
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Yes, A rack can be installed but you may need an extra set of hardware. Here's an Amazon link, but you really only need the rubber coated clamps with the bolts/nuts in the set that can be found at most bike shops... CARRIER HARDWARE ACTION MTB 180MM
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I'm not sure. I am a customer, not a representative of Amazon or the rack manufacturer. Looking at a Bike Friday picture online, it appears that the universal fit of the lower attach point on this rack should work fine, but the upper attach arms need to be much longer for a Bike Friday installation. You would definitely need to buy longer upper attach arms to make it work as it appears in the picture.
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Yes, we need it for my wife's bike but maybe the angle on your bike is not as much as her Trek bike. If that is the only bike going on the rack, I guess you could, not sure, but I would want it balanced on the rack. I really like mine and it worked even with my fairly wide spare tire for my Jeep.
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Yes you need the topeak rack. The bag slides onto the rack. See specifications for details.