A-frame mounted cycle carriers

Adelaide, Is there really enough space and clearance to carry two bikes on the A frame of an Eriba?  Best  if you go on to one of the two specialised Eriba forums and ask the question there - - they have aficionados who will know the answer down to the last nut and bolt.. Enjoy your new caravan. 

 Can't answer the question about your particular caravan but with regards the pedals I have, in the past purchased some foam pipe insulation and cut it into short lengths so that it just clips on the the ends of the pedal, this might prevent damage.

David

Could you not change the peddles for folding ones, we have those on our folding bikes, much better than removing them.

I have seen people doing this and wonder what happens when the towcar and caravan are on full lock. It would need a very long A-frame for the rear corner of the tow vehicle not to come within a few inches of the front panel of the caravan. 

I just had a look at my own set-up and there is not enough space for even a child's bicycle, unless it was carried vertically. Have you actually measured this out on your own caravan?

Don't the handle bars stick out further than the peddles, or am I missing something?

Eriba's don't have very long A frames but British vans have very short ones

Eribas, like most German caravans, have long a-frames. The bike rack was fitted professionally by the dealer, and we now have two full size adult bikes on board. We simply removed a pedal to ensure no damage to the caravan. Plenty of turning circle space too - the bikes don't even protrude either side of the caravan. Thank you for all your comments - off on Sunday to the Netherlands, so we'll see how we get on!

I am looking at a Fiamma A frame 2 bike carrier for our Hymer caravan. The Hymer does have the longer A frame. 

But I am worried about not being able to open the front locker or use full lock !

Remember also that two bikes mounted on the a frame will add a significant amount to nose weight.

My thoughts exactly. + the weight of the carrier

thanks. doesn't look like it will suit my so roof of car or boot.