Heir to Sawiko France's expertise, Mecatek accompanies owners of leisure vehicles in choosing Robust and certified solutions. Follow our advice to choose a motorbike rack suitable for your vehicle.
The different types of motorbike carriers for motorhomes and vans
The choice of motorcycle carrier type depends primarily on your vehicle's load capacity and how you wish to access the rear of it.
Motorcycle carrier on chassis
It's the Preferred solution for heavy motorcycles or scooters. The Sawiko motorcycle carriers are directly attached to the chassis extensions or the AL-KO chassis of the motorhome. This configuration offers optimal rigidity and allows for the transport of loads of up to 150 kg maximum, depending on the model.
The removable or retractable motorcycle carrier
Some models are designed to be easily removed without tools when you no longer need them. This allows you to reduce the length of the vehicle when the motorcycle carrier is not required.
Specific systems for vans (swing-out motorcycle carriers)
The challenge of a motorcycle carrier for van is to ensure that the rear doors can be opened without having to dismantle the bike rack. At Mecatek, we offer innovative systems that pivot to the side, even when loaded, thus allowing access to the rear of the van or campervan.
The criteria for choosing the right motorcycle carrier for a motorhome or campervan
The choice of a motorbike carrier suitable for your motorhome or camper van depends on several key criteria :
- The weight of your two-wheeler: a small 50cc scooter weighs around 80 kg, while a 125cc motorcycle can exceed 120 kg. Therefore, ensure that the load capacity of the motorcycle carrier is greater than the actual weight (with a full tank of fuel and accessories) of your motorcycle.
- The payload and the maximum authorised mass: that's the critical point. Adding a motorbike carrier represents a significant portion of your payload. It is essential to check that the weight of the added equipment, plus that of the motorbike, does not cause you to exceed the maximum authorised mass (MAM).
- Calculating the overhang: as the motorbike carrier is located at the rear of the motorhome or van, it exerts a lever effect on the rear axle. Performing this technical calculation is essential to prevent any risk of loss of grip on the front axle, but also to avoid overloading the rear axle.
- The loading ramp: for ease of use, check that the motorbike carrier model includes or allows the addition of an ergonomic loading ramp. For very heavy motorbikes, there are even lifting platforms.
Which motorcycle carrier to choose for your motorhome or van?
If you have a motorhome (fully integrated, low-profile or over-cab) with an AL-KO chassis or robust chassis extensions, opt for a Motorcycle carrier for motorhome fixed or removable from the Mecatek range.
If you own a converted van, please choose one of our motorbike racks for vans swivelling.
Would you like to know the technical feasibility of such an installation on your vehicle? Entrust your project to Mecatek, starting with Request a free quote. You will benefit from a Personalised diagnostics by our expert technicians.
