Best Bike Rack by Vehicle Type & Purpose

If you’re looking for the best car bike rack for your vehicle, we need to understand what type of cyclist you are and what type of car you own?

Whether you enjoy simple woodland bike rides with the family, or like to escape to remote terrain as a solo mountain biker or relish assisted hill climbing on an electric bike – we’ve put together our favourite buys to help you find a carrier to meet your needs.

Here’s a breakdown of our top buys...

TOP PICK:
Our best-selling rear bike rack

The ultimate all-rounder, our leading product is the Peruzzo Pure Instinct 2 Bike Rear Mounted Car Bike Rack.

The Peruzzo Pure Instinct rear mount bike rack is designed for secure and safe bike transportation. It can carry up to 2 bikes with a maximum load of 45kg. This Italian-made carrier comes pre-assembled for quick installation and folds flat for easy storage, so if you’re planning to travel imminently this is the perfect last-minute solution for your next getaway. The rack features oversized wheel supports and six straps ensuring stability. The Pure Instinct range is top of the line, finished in black and dark grey for a modern look. Our favourite features include ease of fitting and removal, rust-resistant steel tubes, and strong straps for vehicle attachment.

Peruzzo Pure Instinct 2 Bike Rear Mounted Car Bike Rack

Best bike rack for those on a budget

Meet the Saris Solo 1 our best budget car bike rack designed for users who want to click and go, a lightweight (under 1kg) and easy-to-install carrier designed to hold a single bike with a maximum load capacity of 15kg. It features a rust-free, injection-moulded design made from 100% recyclable materials. This bike rack offers a secure fit with ratchet hold-down straps and requires no mechanical frame adjustments. Its universal design ensures compatibility with a wide range of bikes and vehicles, making it ideal for MTB riders or solo bike trips. The rack is fast and simple to fit, and easy to store when not in use.

Saris Solo 1 Bike Rear Mounted Car Bike Rack

Best bike rack for small family & supermini cars

Family camping and domestic holidays continue to boom in popularity with cycling being a favourite family activity during the Summer holidays and half term breaks. Not all vehicles are fully-equipped with towbars, and compact car owners find it easier to attach rear mounted car bike racks using straps on the boot door. Which is why we recommend the Saris Bones EX 3 Bike Rear Mounted Car Bike Rack as our best buy for families and couples who are looking for out of the box flexibility when buying a car bike rack. The Saris Bones EX fits around 90% of vehicles including the best-selling cars on the UK market, making it a great choice for those looking for a high quality, hassle-free and affordable car bike rack solution.

Saris Bones EX 3 Bike Rear Mounted Car Bike Rack

Best bike rack for Folding Away & Easy Storage

The Stella Grand Vettore FoldAway towbar mount bike rack is designed to securely carry up to 2 bikes or eBikes, with a total load capacity of 60kg. This stylish and modern carrier includes a foot-operated tilting function for easy boot access while the bikes remain mounted, and it folds into a handy rectangular block for compact storage (a great solution for those wanting to lock the rack away when not in use, and easily stored in the boot of your vehicle). Additional features include a rear lightboard, a 13-pin to 7-pin adaptor, lockable frame mounts and integrated straps for secure transport. The rack accommodates tyres up to 2" wide and a maximum wheelbase of 130cm, making them ideal in meeting the demands of eBike users or bikes with thicker wheels.

Stella Grand Vettore FoldAway Towbar Mounted Bike Rack

Best bike rack for campervans & motorhomes

The Fabbri BICI OK MTB Camper Van 2 bike rack features a modern black aluminium design, securing up to 2 bikes on Mercedes Sprinter and VW Crafter camper vans with double rear doors. It includes soft anti-scratch wheel straps, an anti-vibration block system, and rubber protection for bike safety. The rack supports bikes from 20" to 29" with a 35kg maximum load capacity. Pre-assembled for easy installation, it carries 2 bikes up to 17.5kg each. Designed for camper vans, its 124cm tall frame and adjustable wheel trays ensure the number plate remains visible. An excellent choice when preparing for summer road trips, while also protecting van interiors. It fits tyres up to 2.6", has an anti-vibration block screw system and is quick to mount, with foldable for storage when not in use.

Fabbri Camper Van Rear Mounted Car Bike Rack

Best bike rack for solo MTB riders

Are you an avid mountain biker? Perhaps a competitive cyclist or just enjoy escaping the rush of everyday life with an independent cycling experience through off-road terrain. We recommend Thule FreeRide 598 Roof Mounted Car Bike Rack for those looking for a simple solution that attaches seamlessly to your car roof bars. Available as a single or twin pack, the Thule ProRide 598 sits great on its own or next a car roof box, making it great for keeping all biking essentials on the roof of your car. The U-clamp style fixing secures your bike firmly into place while the quick release straps are adjustable to your bikes wheel size. The kit includes both T-track and wrap around fittings, making it suitable for all roof bar types.

Thule ProRide 598 Roof Mounted Car Bike Rack

Best bike rack for vans

Taking a van on your next biking excursion? Make things simpler with the Fabbri BICI OK Van MTB 3 Bike Rear Mounted Bike Rack, freeing up interior space for extra cargo when travelling. The van bike rack comes pre-assembled making it easy to take out of the box and attach to the rear doors due to its light-weighted, robust aluminium frame. It also folds up flat for easy storage when not in use. The height adjustable frame also makes it easier for your to position the bikes while keeping your number plate visible.

Fabbri BICI OK Van MTB 3 Bike Rear Mounted Bike Rack

Best bike rack for electric bikes

The Peruzzo Pure Instinct towbar mount 2 car eBike rack is ideal for transporting electric bikes, which have surged in popularity in recent years. It securely and safely fits on a 50mm towball, carrying up to 60kg worth of weight, making it perfect for eBikes and heavy mountain bikes. The compact and fully foldable design ensures convenience, while the foot-operated tilting function allows easy boot access even with bikes mounted. This pre-assembled rack accommodates a wide range of bike sizes, from 14" to 29", including chunkier eBikes and Fatbikes, ensuring versatility and ease of use for modern e-cycling enthusiasts.

Peruzzo Pure Instinct Towbar Mount 2 Bike Rack

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