Uploaded September 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 hours ago
Looking for a lightweight, affordable way to carry a bike on a campervan, RV, motorhome or 4x4? In this video I test the BikeHook bike rack system after more than twenty years of travelling with bikes on holidays and trying door racks, roof racks, towbar racks, hitch racks and carrying bikes inside the van. If you want to take a mountain bike, e-bike or road bike away with you without adding lots of weight, blocking rear door access or spending hundreds on a traditional campervan bike rack, this review is for you.
I compare the BikeHook with common bike-carrying options for vans and overland vehicles, including rear door-mounted racks, towbar-mounted racks and internal garage storage. I cover the main pros and cons around cost, weight, security, convenience, rear-door access, vehicle clearance and ease of loading, especially for larger 29-inch mountain bikes and heavier e-mountain bikes. You’ll also see what comes in the box, how the BikeHook fits to the rear door, how it connects to the front forks, and the steps I use to prepare and load the bike safely.
For anyone travelling with bikes in a campervan, RV, van conversion or 4x4, the BikeHook could be a simple alternative to bulky and expensive bike racks. I share my honest thoughts on whether it feels secure, the possible downsides such as bodywork protection, door hinge weight and theft security, and why I think it is a strong option for carrying bikes on a van. If you’re planning road trips, camping adventures, bike holidays or off-grid travel with your bike, I hope this helps you decide whether the BikeHook is worth considering.
Looking for a lightweight, affordable way to carry a bike on a campervan, RV, motorhome or 4x4? In this video I test the BikeHook bike rack system after more than twenty years of travelling with bikes on holidays and trying door racks, roof racks, towbar racks, hitch racks and carrying bikes inside the van. If you want to take a mountain bike, e-bike or road bike away with you without adding lots of weight, blocking rear door access or spending hundreds on a traditional campervan bike rack, this review is for you.
I compare the BikeHook with common bike-carrying options for vans and overland vehicles, including rear door-mounted racks, towbar-mounted racks and internal garage storage. I cover the main pros and cons around cost, weight, security, convenience, rear-door access, vehicle clearance and ease of loading, especially for larger 29-inch mountain bikes and heavier e-mountain bikes. You’ll also see what comes in the box, how the BikeHook fits to the rear door, how it connects to the front forks, and the steps I use to prepare and load the bike safely.
For anyone travelling with bikes in a campervan, RV, van conversion or 4x4, the BikeHook could be a simple alternative to bulky and expensive bike racks. I share my honest thoughts on whether it feels secure, the possible downsides such as bodywork protection, door hinge weight and theft security, and why I think it is a strong option for carrying bikes on a van. If you’re planning road trips, camping adventures, bike holidays or off-grid travel with your bike, I hope this helps you decide whether the BikeHook is worth considering.
