Why Fork Mount Bike Racks Are the Best Choice for Campervans
Monica Ganas
🏕️ Intro: No Room Inside? No Problem.
Campervans aren’t known for their spacious interiors. That’s why smart vanlifers choose a fork mount bike rack that mounts to the outside of the rear door, like Bike-Hook.
It gives you upright, secure bike storage without blocking doors, lights, or cameras—and with no drilling. Whether you're storing eBikes, gravel bikes, or mountain rigs, fork mount racks are the cleanest, most space-saving solution for vanlife.
🔩 What Is a Fork Mount Bike Rack?
A fork mount rack holds your bike by the front fork, after you remove the front wheel. With Bike-Hook, the mount attaches to the top of your van’s rear door, using factory holes or no-drill hardware.
The bike hangs vertically down the door, secured with a safety strap at the tire.
✅ Why Fork Mounts Work Best for Vans
| Feature | Fork Mount (Bike-Hook) | Hitch Rack / Frame Mount |
|---|---|---|
| Doesn’t block doors | ✔ Yes | ❌ Often blocks access |
| No drilling needed | ✔ Yes | ❌ May require custom install |
| Easy to load/unload | ✔ Yes | ❌ Requires more effort |
| Works with eBikes | ✔ Yes | ❌ Weight limits common |
| Safe for long drives | ✔ Tested at 70lbs | ❌ May sway or bounce |
| Low profile design | ✔ Sleek & tight | ❌ Bulky or wide |
🔋 Built for eBikes and Bigger Loads
Fork mount systems are especially good for heavy bikes like eBikes.
Bike-Hook has been tested with up to 80 lbs of weight hanging from the door for days—no deflection in the door seam, no stress on the hinges.
That means it's perfect for:
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eBikes
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Gravel bikes
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Mountain bikes
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Fat tire rigs (front wheel removed)
🚐 Compatible Van Models
Bike-Hook is precision-designed for the rear door top edge of these vans:
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RAM Promaster
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Ford Transit & Transit Custom
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Mercedes Sprinter
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Fiat Ducato
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Peugeot Boxer
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Citroën Jumper
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VW Crafter
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VW Transporter T5 / T6
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Vauxhall Vivaro
If your van’s not listed, let us know—we’re constantly expanding.
🛠️ Easy, No-Drill Installation
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Attaches to factory holes or clamp-on location
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Installs in minutes with stainless hardware
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No drilling, no glue, no rear-door damage
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Includes protective tire wraps, anti-rub tape, and stainless safety cable
🚪 Still Access Your Rear Doors
Unlike hitch racks, Bike-Hook doesn’t block your van doors. You can still:
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Open one or both rear doors
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Access inside gear
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Use your backup camera and lights
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Leave the rack in place full-time
❓FAQs
Q: Does it damage my van?
A: No. It uses either factory mount points or a top edge clamping system—no holes drilled. And protective padding prevents any paint or door rub.
Q: Will the doors stay aligned under load?
A: Yes. We’ve tested this system with 80+ lbs hanging for extended periods—no door sag, no gap deflection, no hinge issues.
Q: Can it be removed easily?
A: Yes. You can take it off in under a minute if needed. Most people leave it on full-time—it’s that low-profile.
🛒 Shop Fork Mount Bike Racks Now
Find the right Bike-Hook for your van:
👉 Bike-Hook for Sprinter
👉 Bike-Hook for Promaster
👉 All Van Models
🧭 Summary
Bike-Hook is the cleanest fork-mount rack for campervans.
It mounts to the outside of your rear door—no drilling, no bounce, and no loss of access.
Designed for eBikes, mountain bikes, gravel bikes and built van-tough, it's the best storage solution when space and simplicity matter.
