Cycling Please Take A Walk The Micromobility Trend Will Likely Be Electric

Bringing E-Bikes and Scooters Along on Your RV Trips

Micromobility simply means small, lightweight vehicles for short trips: bicycles, electric bikes, kick scooters and electric scooters. Over the past several years the electric versions have grown quickly in popularity, and for RV travelers the appeal is obvious. Once you have parked a motorhome or set up a travel trailer at a campground, unhooking everything just to fetch groceries or explore a nearby town can feel like a chore. A compact e-bike or scooter fills that gap. It handles the short hops between camp, trailheads and town without moving your rig.

Why electric often makes sense

Pedal bikes remain a great choice for riders who want exercise. Electric assist adds range and makes hills, headwinds and higher elevations far more manageable. That matters in Idaho, where many campgrounds sit at altitude and back roads can be steep. Electric assist also lets riders with different fitness levels travel together comfortably, which is useful for families and couples sharing a trip.

Carrying and charging on the road

• Check weight limits. E-bikes are much heavier than standard bikes. Confirm the rating of any hitch or bumper-mounted rack, and never exceed your RV's cargo capacity or tongue weight limits.
• Protect the battery. Many riders remove batteries during transport and store them inside, away from extreme heat, cold and road grime.
• Plan your power. Charging is easy at hookup sites. When boondocking, factor charger draw into your battery bank, solar or generator planning.
• Secure everything. Use good locks and consider covering bikes on long highway stretches to keep out dust and rain.

Know the local rules

Regulations for e-bikes and scooters vary by city, park and trail system. Some trails allow certain e-bike classes and ban others, and some campgrounds restrict where motorized devices can go. Check with the land manager or local authority before you ride.

If you are shopping for a rig with your micromobility gear in mind, look at cargo capacity, storage bays and electrical systems in our new RVs and used RVs. Our service and parts team can also help with rack and electrical questions.