Looking for a bicycle carrier, but don’t have a tow bar? No problem! Check our wide range of rear-mounted bicycle carriers, for cars without tow bars!

Can bicycle carriers go on any car?

Bicycle carriers fit on almost any car. This makes them a great accessory for that cycling holiday you’ve been looking forward to for ages, or an exciting bicycle race on the weekend. With a bicycle carrier, going on a spontaneous training round with your cycling club in an area a little further from home is also easily arranged. 
The bicycle carrier for tow bar mounting is the most popular choice by far when it comes to bicycle carriers, though not every car is equipped with a tow bar. Not to worry: there are plenty of options for transporting your bicycle(s) and spare parts, like wheels. One of those options is the bicycle carrier for rear mounting. 
Want to transport a bicycle on a car that doesn’t have a tow bar? Consider one of the many alternatives to the tow bar carrier, like a roof carrier for car roof mounting - suitable for one bicycle in an upright position or several individual bicycle wheels - or an indoor bicycle carrier or cargo carrier. The most practical option by far is a bicycle carrier for rear mounting, suitable for cars without a tow bar and specifically designed for mounting on the trunk lid/fifth door.
 

How do you install a bicycle carrier for rear mounting?

A rear-mounted bicycle carrier is installed on the back of the car, but not on the tow bar - usually because the car isn’t equipped with a tow bar. Rear-mounted bicycle carriers come with a set of special straps and clamps for mounting (usually, the brand itself has designed a complete set of all the necessary parts). Use the clamps or set to easily (and securely) fasten the bicycle carrier to your car. Always make sure that you’re working with mounting parts that are compatible with your bicycle carrier and your car, and always carefully follow the instructions that came with your bicycle carrier.

What bicycle carrier for rear mounting is suitable for you? Thule is often the best source when it comes to solid rear-mounted bicycle carriers. The Thule ClipOn 9104 carrier is a great bicycle carrier for the trunk lid or fifth door. Thanks to its unique fixing system, this rear-mounted bicycle carrier is easy to mount and it can stably transport a maximum of three bicycles. This bicycle carrier features quick attachment options with rubber coating that will protect your car and bicycle frames from getting nicked or scratched during transport.

The Thule Freeway 968 is also a great choice! If you don't have a tow bar, this is the perfect carrier for mounting on the back of the car. It can transport a maximum of 3 bicycles and gives you easy access to the trunk, even when the bicycle carrier is installed. 
 

Best e-bike carrier for cars without a tow bar?

A rear-mounted bicycle carrier for mounting on the trunk lid can also be a great option for transporting your electric bicycle. There are even bicycle carriers designed for cars that feature a spare tire, mounted on the trunk lid. The roof carrier is another great option.
There are bicycle carriers available that are designed specifically for transporting electric bicycles, like the Pro-User Diamant, the Thule EasyFold and other special Thule bicycle carriers for electric bicycles. 
Please note that it is always explicitly stated when a rear-mounted bicycle carrier is suitable for electric bicycles. If it is not explicitly stated that a rear-mounted bicycle carrier is suitable for e-bike transportation, that usually means that it isn’t. Truly heavy electric bicycles can’t be transported on the back of the car and roof carriers also have their limits. Roof carriers and single bicycle carriers provide stability for bicycles weighing around 20 kg - the electric bicycle cannot exceed this weight limit. Aside from the carrier’s weight limit, you’d probably have a hard time getting your electric bicycle up on the car roof. Sometimes it’s easier to just rent a bicycle (regular or electric) when you’re on vacation.
 

What does a (rear-mounted) bicycle carrier cost?

Find your solid rear-mounted bicycle carrier at Hollandbikeshop.com. Our rear-mounted bicycle carriers start at prices below €100 and go up to €369.95. We offer rear-mounted bicycle carriers, such as trunk carriers, roof carriers and indoor carriers (carriers that are mounted inside the trunk of a van or a large car) by top brands like Elite, Hapro, Minoura, Twinny Load and XLC. Hollandbikeshop.com is the number 1 bike shop for all your bicycle transportation from A to B. We have the largest range of bicycle parts (over 100,000) available from stock.