Would you like to be able to transport your bike by car so you can cycle wherever you want? If so, a bike carrier is the answer. Bike carriers come in all kinds, but how do you know which one is right for you? The tips in this article will help you make an informed choice.
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How many bikes do you want to transport?
First, consider how many bikes you want to be able to transport with the bike carrier. One, two or even more than that? On bike carriers (such as the bike carriers from Heuts) that are attached to the car's towbar or tailgate can usually hold one or two bicycles. On the roof, however, several (lightweight) bicycles can often be easily transported. 
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Which bikes do you want to transport?
In addition, you need to think about what kind of bikes you want to be able to transport. For example, there are bike carriers that cannot handle heavy electric bikes. Bike carriers on the towbar can usually carry the most weight, and are therefore often suitable for electric bikes. Bike carriers on the tailgate and roof can carry less weight and are mainly used for transporting city or sports bikes.
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Where do you want to place the bike carrier?
A bike carrier is mounted on the towbar, on the boot or on the roof of the car. Would you like a bike carrier on the towbar? First check what the maximum nose weight of the towbar is. Is it important to keep the boot of the car accessible? Then choose a bike carrier on towbar with a tilt function or consider a bike carrier on the roof. Would you like to transport your bikes on the roof? Be aware that height and air resistance will increase while driving.
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How can you connect the bike carrier?
When buying a bike carrier, it is important to pay close attention to the electrical connection of the bike carrier to the car, so that the car lighting continues to function as it should. The connection is usually a 7- or 13-pin plug. Here, it is important that the bike carrier has a similar connection.
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