Bicycle trailers offer a flexible and cost-effective alternative to integrated cargo bikes. They transform any normal bicycle into a transport vehicle and allow you to adjust the transport capacity as needed or to use the towing vehicle without a trailer.
Trailers (small and large)
Transport option with maximum flexibility
Maximum flexibility
A major advantage of trailers is their versatility: they can be attached when needed and simply parked when not in use. This leaves the towing vehicle unencumbered and manoeuvrable for normal journeys.
Single-track trailers
Features:
- Lowest rolling resistance of all trailer types
- Exceptionally manoeuvrable and follows the tow bike perfectly
- Minimal space required for parking
- Ideal for narrow paths and tight passages
Areas of application:
- Light transport tasks
- City traffic with narrow streets
- Frequent changes of direction
Single-axle trailer
Features:
- Classic design with one axle
- Highly manoeuvrable and follows the tow bike's track well
- Balanced ratio between capacity and manoeuvrability
- Proven and robust construction
Areas of application:
- All-round transport tasks
- Medium loads and volumes
- Versatile commercial use
Delta trailer
Features:
- Very stable thanks to three wheels
- Suitable for heavier loads
- Stands independently, making loading and unloading significantly easier
- No risk of tipping over during loading
Areas of use:
- Heavy and bulky goods
- Frequent loading and unloading operations
- Transport tasks that require a high level of stability
Advantages of trailers
Economic advantages:
- Lower purchase costs than complete cargo bikes
- Can be used with existing bicycles
- One trailer for multiple towing vehicles
Practical advantages:
- Towing vehicle remains normally drivable without trailer
- Depending on the size of the trailer: Space-saving storage possible
- Easy transport in a car or van
- Modular expansion of transport capacity
Versatility:
- Various superstructures possible
- Private and commercial use can be combined
- Adaptation to different transport requirements
Please note
- Trailers change the handling characteristics of your vehicle.
- Longer braking distance when loaded.
- You will need to get used to reversing with a trailer.
- Additional effort required for coupling and uncoupling.
- Parking space required for trailers.
- For delta trailers: larger turning circle.
Choosing the right trailer
For maximum manoeuvrability: single-track trailers For balanced characteristics: single-axle trailers
For high stability and load capacity: delta trailers
Bicycle trailers offer a cost-effective and flexible introduction to cargo bike logistics. They enable existing bicycles, for example, to be upgraded to transport vehicles while maintaining maximum flexibility.