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product_id: 1775576
title: "Surco 501BR Ladder Mounted Bike Rack"
brand: "surco"
price: "1510.34 DT"
currency: TND
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Surco"
url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/1775576-surco-501br-ladder-mounted-bike-rack
store_origin: TN
region: Tunisia
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# Pivoting arms for ladder access Universal van & RV ladder fit Carries 2 bikes securely Surco 501BR Ladder Mounted Bike Rack

**Brand:** surco
**Price:** 1510.34 DT
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚲 Elevate your adventure—carry more, hassle less!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Surco 501BR Ladder Mounted Bike Rack by surco
- **How much does it cost?** 1510.34 DT with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/1775576-surco-501br-ladder-mounted-bike-rack)

## Best For

- surco enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted surco brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Smart Pivoting Arms:** Access your ladder anytime without removing the rack
- • **Strap-Free Mounting:** No straps or ladder removal needed for installation
- • **Lightweight Yet Durable:** Heavy gauge aluminum at just under 4 lbs for easy handling
- • **Secure Dual Bike Transport:** Carry two bikes safely with optional cable lock security
- • **Effortless Van & RV Compatibility:** Fits seamlessly on any ladder without hassle

## Overview

The Surco 501BR Ladder Mounted Bike Rack is a lightweight, heavy-gauge aluminum rack designed to securely carry two bikes on the ladder of any van or RV. Featuring innovative pivoting arms for easy ladder access and strap-free mounting, it offers a universal fit and hassle-free installation, making it the perfect companion for active professionals who demand convenience and reliability on the road.

## Description

Ladder Mounted Bike Rack - Roof Access Bike Rack F E A T U R E S * Securely carries 2 bikes * Fully assembled* Light weight and easy to handle * Fits on the ladder of any van or RV * Rack mounts without the need of straps or removal * One of a kind pivoting arms allow easy access to use the ladder * Manufactured from heavy gauge aluminum * Cable lock available to prevent theft (not included)

Review: http://www.desertcart.com/gp/product/B001GXO0F6/ref=cm_cr_ryp_prd_ttl_sol_11 - This is a great bike rack. It is heavy-duty, mounts to the ladder rails, instead of the steps, so it swings out of the way when you need to use the ladder. It accomodates two bike easily and the rubber fastners for the frame are solid, but you will need more than the one additional strap provided to properly secure it (IMO). Also works great to carry other things, such as lawn chairs, step ladders and other things. It is American made!! I wanted a platform carrier but having a spare tire on the back bumper of my Fifth-Wheel trailer would cause it to stick out too far. I would have had to buy a 4-bike carrier to make it work for my two bikes. The extended distance would have put too much torque on the bumper (which is welded steel like they say you need), especially when hitting a bump. I just feared that over time the bumper would suffer damage. Plus, it would be unsightly by sticking out so far.
Review: Convenient placement holds 2 bikes, tight fit - this bike rack works. We planned place two adult mountain bikes on it. It was tough finagling the second bike on the rack. Not the best fit as the bikes will rub in certain areas, especially during travel. Overtime, not much time I believe that it will ruin the seat. Anyway it will fit one bike comfortably two bikes awkwardly. Smaller bikes may work better. Still better than throwing the bikes in the back of the truck or inside the RV

## Features

- Fits on the ladder of any van or RV
- Pivoting arms allow easy access to use of the ladder
- Securely carries 2 bikes
- Rack mounts without the need of straps or ladder removal
- Made in USA

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B001GXO0F6 |
| Automotive Fit Type | Vehicle Specific Fit |
| Best Sellers Rank | #696,277 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #698 in Bicycle Car Racks |
| Brand | Surco |
| Brand Name | Surco |
| Color | Multicoloured |
| Compatible with Vehicle Type | Van |
| Customer Reviews | 4.0 out of 5 stars 261 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00747928050105 |
| Included Components | To arms and mounting adapters to install onto ladder |
| Item Dimensions | 24.5 x 18 x 3 inches |
| Item Type Name | Surco 501BR Ladder Mounted Bike Rack |
| Item Weight | 3 pounds |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 24.5 x 18 x 3 inches |
| Load Capacity | 50 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Surco |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 501BR |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | 90 days againist manufacturer defects |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Material Type | Aluminum |
| Model Number | 501BR |
| Mounting Type | No Strap |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| OEM Equivalent Part Number | 501BR |
| UPC | 747928250109 747928050105 747928850118 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Vehicle Service Type | Van |

## Product Details

- **Color:** Multicoloured
- **Brand:** Surco
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 24.5 x 18 x 3 inches
- **Load Capacity:** 50 Pounds
- **Mounting Type:** No Strap
- **OEM Part Number:** 501BR
- **Global Trade Identification Number:** 00747928050105
- **Automotive Fit Type:** Universal Fit
- **Manufacturer:** Surco
- **UPC:** 747928250109 747928050105 747928850118

## Images

![Surco 501BR Ladder Mounted Bike Rack - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61SPPBsJURL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GXO0F6/ref=cm_cr_ryp_prd_ttl_sol_11
*by 5***G on October 13, 2013*

This is a great bike rack. It is heavy-duty, mounts to the ladder rails, instead of the steps, so it swings out of the way when you need to use the ladder. It accomodates two bike easily and the rubber fastners for the frame are solid, but you will need more than the one additional strap provided to properly secure it (IMO). Also works great to carry other things, such as lawn chairs, step ladders and other things. It is American made!! I wanted a platform carrier but having a spare tire on the back bumper of my Fifth-Wheel trailer would cause it to stick out too far. I would have had to buy a 4-bike carrier to make it work for my two bikes. The extended distance would have put too much torque on the bumper (which is welded steel like they say you need), especially when hitting a bump. I just feared that over time the bumper would suffer damage. Plus, it would be unsightly by sticking out so far.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Convenient placement holds 2 bikes, tight fit
*by W***Y on May 13, 2022*

this bike rack works. We planned place two adult mountain bikes on it. It was tough finagling the second bike on the rack. Not the best fit as the bikes will rub in certain areas, especially during travel. Overtime, not much time I believe that it will ruin the seat. Anyway it will fit one bike comfortably two bikes awkwardly. Smaller bikes may work better. Still better than throwing the bikes in the back of the truck or inside the RV

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good product but won't fit my bikes properly
*by V***R on November 29, 2011*

As usual easy ordering, great service and speedy delivery by Amazon. The product seems to be well made with heavy aluminum extrusions and stainless machine screws and rivets. The locking pins however appear to be plated steel and may eventually rust. The straps that hold the bikes to the rack are a rubbery material with large holes that fit over a pin - they seemed secure enough but I wonder how long they will hold out after long term exposure to the weather - I have a feeling they may be prone to tearing after a while. The rack arms attached easily and quickly to the rear ladder on my motor home (a hex wrench is provided). As complained about by another reviewer, the fact that the rail clamp screw heads face the motor home was absolutely not an issue for me - perhaps if the ladder rails were say less than 2" or so away from your camper this could be a problem. Two stainless screws fasten each of the four rail clamps via threads cut into one of the clamp halves - these grip the 1" ladder rails securely. I was somewhat surprised though that there was no thread locker or a lock washer provided to prevent loosening. Also, stainless and aluminum will galvanically corrode (dissimilar metals) so it might be a good idea to coat the threads with something to slow down this process. Once installed the rack arms felt secure and operated smoothly, and I was very pleased with the installation at this point. That is, until I tried mounting my two bikes on the rack - they just don't fit right - one arm has to take virtually all the weight of both bikes. BTW, both my bikes are just ordinary standard straight frame traditional 26" mountain bikes, one with a 19" frame, the other with a 21" frame. The instructions included are rather sparse and contain a few grammatical and spelling errors. They are also somewhat contradictory - in one place they say the rear axle of the bike must be centered in the middle of the ladder, in another they say the vertical frame tube of the bike must be centered on the rack arms. I found it impossible to center the rear axle as indicated - on both my bikes it ended up just about over the left ladder rail and there was no room for horizontal adjustments, so this puts almost all the weigh of both bikes on one arm of the rack. If the front derailleur wasn't there I may have been able to slide the bike frames over a bit. Also, in my case, if I mounted the bike wheels to face the outside of the motor home they would stick out farther than my mirrors, so this eliminated the option of putting the bikes in opposite directions on the rack to distribute the weight more evenly. A web strap came in the kit but there was no mention of what to do with it in the instructions - I assume it was for lashing the lower part of the bike to the ladder, and yes it will be necessary to devise some means of securing the lower part of the bikes to the ladder somehow - the trick will be how to do it for your bikes in such a way as to not scratch up your bikes, ladder or camper. I don't see how that 1 strap alone would do the the trick. As for loading/unloading the bikes on the rack it was not ideal. I wanted the bikes up as high as possible to not block the tail light and I was able to mostly accomplish that by mounting the top clamp of the rack just above the top step on the ladder. However, getting the bikes on or off required gripping the bikes by the front of the frame and press-lifting them into position - I can do it but it is a little more than awkward, I also needed a folding step stool we carry so I could get high enough. Then, I needed to break out the step ladder so I could reach the tie downs. So anyway, it was clear these racks were not going to work for me, but they are decently made and they may work for your bikes, just consider some of the things I ran into before you buy. I ended up returning this rack and ordered a hitch for my toad (from Amazon of course), so I can install a standard hitch mount bike rack which holds the bikes in a horizontal position. A more expensive solution to be sure if you don't already have a hitch, but a lot easier to load/unload the bikes and probably a lot more flexible of a solution. Also much less costly than a roof mount bike rack.

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*Last updated: 2026-11-10*