How to Carry 2 Bikes on a Trailer Hitch Cargo Carrier

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Can the cargo carrier be used to transport 2 bikes without a separate bike carrier? If so, what would you recommend to secure the bikes in the carrier?

asked by: Sue

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You can use ratchet straps like the Erickson Easy Ratchet Tie-Downs # EM34410 to secure bikes to the etrailer Cargo Carrier # e98874.

Another option is to get a cargo carrier with a bike rack, like the Stromberg Carlson 23x60 Cargo Carrier # CC-100 with the adapter # CC-125.

expert reply by: Charles S

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I do have a bike rack and cargo carrier combo for you but you cannot add a bike rack to the end of the Curt Cargo Carrier part #C18151 because that is not what the opening is deigned for. The Curt Cargo Carrier would not be able to withstand the…

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Answer 2

Depending on your rack and carrier, they maybe able to be used at the same time, but more than likely, one will interfere with the other. Keep in mind the shape of your bike rack may interfere with loading cargo on your carrier and the carrier may be…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Hi Mike! Do you want a completely hidden hitch or one where only the receiver is visible? The Curt #C64NR you looked at has a concealed cross tube so you will only see the receiver hanging down at the rear. The Hidden Hitch by Draw-Tite #DT76GR will…

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I do have a solution for you, but the 24x60 etrailer Cargo Carrier #e98874 is not designed to be used on the back of an RV. Generally speaking, folding carriers are not ideal because they do not stand up too well to the extra stress exerted by the…

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Answer 6

Hey Bill, so I found the picture and review you mentioned and what you can see in that picture is that it is being used at the rear of a travel trailer which is A LOT rougher than the rear of a vehicle. This is due to the much less sophisticated…

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Hey Piotr, thanks for reaching out! The weight ratings between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C94WR and Towsmart Trailer Hitch Receiver #TS96VR that fit your 2025 Kia Sportage are determined by the testing done according to those manufacturers. I…

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The 24x60 Curt Cargo Carrier for 2" Hitches, part #C18152, and the 24x60 Reese Cargo Carrier for 2" Hitches, part #63153, are extremely similar. In fact, in terms of the specs that you mentioned, neither stands above the other. I only…

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Answer 9

Hey John, yes the LED light kit part #98174LED that you referenced does fit the Reese hitch cargo carrier part #63153. This would give you the LED taillight kit you are looking for. What do you plan on carrying with the carrier?

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Answer 10

Yes, a trailer that is nose up can cause big problems. A level trailer is ideal and worth working toward for safety. The good news is that you can get the trailer almost exactly level with switching ball mounts. This is where an adjustable ball mount…

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The 24x64 etrailer Cargo Carrier for RV Bumper #e83YR and the 24x84 etrailer Cargo Carrier for RV Bumper #e96ZR are both constructed of black powder coated steel which is durable and corrosion resistant. They both also have a simple bolt on…

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Answer 12

Without knowing what cargo carrier you have on your trailer or the length of your carrier's platform, I am not sure about your setup. However, if you have a solid or grated planform like the 23x59 Stromberg Carlson Cargo Carrier for 2"…

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