Why Our Steel Bike Racks Out-perform Aluminum
With so many aluminum e-bike carriers on the market, you might wonder, “Are steel bike racks better or worse than aluminum?”. Stainless steel e-Bike carriers have several advantages over aluminum e-Bike carriers, making them a much better choice in many important situations.
1. Strength & Durability
Stainless steel is significantly stronger than aluminum, allowing it to handle heavier eBikes with less risk of bending or failure. This is particularly important for high-capacity bike racks.
2. Corrosion Resistance
While both materials resist rust, stainless steel is more resistant to corrosion, especially in coastal or high-moisture environments where aluminum may oxidize and weaken over time.
3. Longevity
Due to its strength and resistance to environmental damage, stainless steel carriers tend to last longer than aluminum ones, reducing the need for replacement or repairs on your eBike rack. Learn more about the differences between steel and aluminum in this article: Aluminum vs. Stainless Steel: A Comprehensive Comparison for Metal Fabrication.
4. Weight Capacity
Stainless steel bike racks can support more weight than aluminum racks, making it ideal for carrying multiple or heavier e-bikes safely without flexing or sagging.
5. Less Flex & Better Stability
Aluminum bicycle carriers may flex under heavy loads, leading to instability while driving. Stainless steel remains rigid, providing a more secure and stable rack for the e-bikes.
6. Weld Strength & Durability
Stainless steel welds are generally stronger and more durable than aluminum welds, which can weaken over time due to fatigue and stress. The stronger the connection between pieces of the eBike rack, the more secure your eBikes and bicycles are.
7. Security
The added rigidity and strength of stainless steel make it harder for thieves to cut through the bike rack compared to an aluminum one, enhancing bike security.
8. Heat Resistance
Stainless steel handles high temperatures better than aluminum, reducing the risk of weakening in extreme heat conditions.
Conclusion – Steel Bike Racks Come out on Top
Aluminum carriers do have some advantages, such as being lighter and more affordable, but for maximum durability, weight capacity, and stability, stainless steel is the superior option.
Fortunately for you, MoTow product engineers have mastered a minimalist stainless steel design that uses strong, permanent welds, not fasteners, bolts and nuts, to produce a lightweight and ready-to-use eBike rack. At 27 pounds, the MoTow eBike Carrier is the lightest and strongest e-bike carrier in its class.
And of course, all MoTow e-Bike Carriers, Hitch Lifts and Motorcycle Tow Hitches are made 100% from 304 stainless steel. We know what long, bumpy rides are in store for you and your bikes, so we will continue to make the strongest, lightest, most durable carriers in the world.
MoTow…for the journey ahead. Check out the MoTow Double eBike Carrier.
