21 chateau 22 B bumper weight

[Jerrysim]

Does anyone know the read bumper weight capacity to mount a small e-bike cargo rack to it that folds up? I have a hitch carrier but it doesn't fold as I am ordering one that folds up to make room. the two bikes weigh 40 each and the carrier is almost 50. thanks for any info.

[ghnl]

I doubt there is a specification for the weight the bumper can carry. But two bikes plus the rack would weigh less than a small person so perhaps get on the bumper and jump up & down. If the bumper doesn't fall off that'll give you a good estimate. I think...

[Chateau_Nomad]

Static force is not the measurement you're concerned with. It's the vertical weight combined with bouncing incurred with normal driving. Thor isn't known for quality welding, and the bumper is... a bumper. So proceed with caution at your own risk.

[MCP]

Originally Posted by Chateau_Nomad

Static force is not the measurement you're concerned with. It's the vertical weight combined with bouncing incurred with normal driving. Thor isn't known for quality welding, and the bumper is... a bumper. So proceed with caution at your own risk.

……..in addition to the torque on the lever arm (rack) sticking out a couple feet. Could be kinda twisty on that bumper.

[Jimbo57]

Originally Posted by Chateau_Nomad

Static force is not the measurement you're concerned with. It's the vertical weight combined with bouncing incurred with normal driving. Thor isn't known for quality welding, and the bumper is... a bumper. So proceed with caution at your own risk.

You can add bumper brackets that cradle bumper and bolt to frame where bumper is welded. They would only add a little extra if the bumper is the 4” tube type.

[Jimbo57]

Originally Posted by Jimbo57

You can add bumper brackets that cradle bumper and bolt to frame where bumper is welded. They would only add a little extra if the bumper is the 4” tube type.

Forgot to add the bracket

[bafuller26@yahoo.com]

Maximum tongue weight is 400 lbs. The rear bumber does not have a wt rating. I have carried a bike rack or storage platform many times without a problem. I wouldn't attach much weight to the bumper itself.
Bonnie