Bike baskets · OEM & wholesale
Bike baskets front and rear baskets for city bikes, e-bikes and fleets
A basket turns a bike into a daily errand vehicle, and it is a top add-on for city bikes, cruisers and e-bikes. TandemForge supplies wicker-style, wire, plastic and folding bike baskets — handlebar-mounted with quick-release or fixed brackets, and rear rack-mounted — plus pet baskets, to bike brands, bike shops, e-commerce sellers and delivery or rental fleets. Pair with a rear rack or a saddle bag.
- Natural or PE-rattan wicker-style, steel wire, plastic
- Quick-release handlebar, fixed and rack mounts
- Folding, pet and liner/cover options
- Load capacity specified per SKU
Bike basket types
- Wicker-style baskets — natural willow or PE rattan (weather-resistant) woven over a frame; classic for city bikes and cruisers.
- Wire baskets — powder-coated or galvanized steel mesh; durable and the usual fleet choice.
- Plastic baskets — molded PP, light and colorful; kids’ and rental bikes.
- Folding baskets — collapse flat or detach as a shopping bag.
- Pet baskets — with cushion, cover and safety leash point.
Mounting front and rear
Front baskets mount on a quick-release handlebar bracket, a fixed handlebar mount with support struts to the fork, or a frame-mounted front rack (better for e-bikes, as the basket does not turn with the bars). Rear baskets mount on a rear cargo rack with clips or a rack-top system. Mounting points are matched to your frames; load capacity is specified per SKU and confirmed with documentation per order.
Colors, liners and branding
Typical bike basket specification (configurable)
| Item | Front basket | Rear basket |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Wicker-style (willow / PE rattan), steel wire, PP plastic | Steel wire, PP plastic, wicker-style |
| Mount | Quick-release bracket, fixed bar mount, front rack | Rack-top clips or system adapter |
| Formats buyers ask for | Small / medium / large; folding | Medium / large; folding, pannier-style |
| Load capacity | Specified per SKU | Specified per SKU |
| Options | Liner, rain cover, pet cushion | Liner, cover, lid |
| Branding | Color, badge, liner print, box | Color, badge, box |
Common formats for quotation — not ratings. Load capacity is specified per SKU and confirmed with documentation per order.
Customization options
Material & color
Weave, wire gauge, powder coat or plastic color.
Mount
Quick-release, fixed, front-rack or rear-rack fittings.
Extras
Liners, rain covers, pet cushions, lids.
Branding
Badges, printed liners, retail boxes, flat-pack.
No certifications, ratings or test data claimed. We describe what each product is made of, how it works and how it can be customized. We do not display certification marks or security ratings, publish test data, factory capacity or customer cases on this site. Test reports and certification documentation can be provided or arranged per order for the buyer’s market, as the brand owner requires. Bike helmets and lithium e-bike batteries are regulated products: the applicable standard (for example CPSC 16 CFR 1203 / EN 1078 for helmets; UN 38.3 transport testing and UL 2271 / UL 2849 / EN 50604-1 for batteries) is confirmed per SKU and per order with the supplier and an accredited lab before production. Labeling and claims are the brand owner’s responsibility.
Frequently asked questions
Which basket is best for e-bikes?
Frame-mounted front racks with a basket, or rear rack baskets, keep weight off the steering. We match fittings to your frames.
Do you make weatherproof wicker-style baskets?
Yes — PE rattan weaves look like wicker but resist rain better than natural willow.
How much can a basket carry?
Load capacity is specified per SKU and confirmed with documentation per order; we do not publish ratings here.
What is the MOQ and lead time?
Both are quoted per SKU. MOQ depends mainly on the platform (an existing design vs. a new mold), color, logo method, packaging and the documentation your market needs; lead time depends on customization, documentation and season. Send your quantities and we confirm both on the quotation — see also the packaging & MOQ section of our specs guide.
Are your products certified or tested?
We do not display certification marks, security ratings or test data on this site. Test reports and certification documentation can be provided or arranged per order for your market, as your brand requires: tell us the destination market, sales channel and the standard or document your retailer or marketplace asks for, and the quotation confirms which documentation applies to each SKU and how it is obtained (existing reports for a platform, or testing arranged with a third-party laboratory). See the export compliance section of our specs guide or ask on the inquiry form.
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