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Swagman XTC2 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
Nice product, again the video shows all the features accurately. The illustrations with the included instructions are pretty bad and instructions a little thin, but there's really not much to assembly. A few notes: Be sure to stagger the wheel holders or you will be stuck with one long bike and one short bike... Also there is a top and bottom hold-down hooks be sure to put them on in order. If you don't it will be obvious and easy to correct. One tricky part is is bolting thru the trailer hitch. The 2" square rack insert (can remove part of this insert and use on a smaller 1.25" hitch) has a sliding inner core with a threaded hole for the included bolt/lock washer. You may have to use a small screwdriver or pick to slide the core slightly so that the threaded hold aligns with the holes on the insert/hitch. Not sure but I think if you use a different bolt (like the J-pin 63201) that threads all the way thru the hitch, you would need to slide the core all the way out of the way and not use the threaded hole in the core. I ordered J-pin 63201 so I'll update when I try it out. Oh and if you want the locking J-pin order it at the same time or you will get dinged for an additional $5 shipping if ordered separately (i.e. <$100). I'm using this rack with the Draw-Tite 75235 2" hitch on a 2017 Rav4 Hybrid - works great!
The Curt trailer hitch came well packaged. Instructions were easy to follow, even for someone not familiar with vehicle frames and car hitches. Installation did require some special tools (long breaker bar/torque wrench, large socket) for proper installation, which can be rented from a better auto parts store or borrowed from a friend. The hitch fit is excellent. The Swagman bike rack is easy to use and seems sturdy. It fits the 2012 Rav 4 very well and folds down out of the way to allow the door to swing open when not in use. Note-it is difficult to tell how far the rack extends out from the rear if the vertical support is not upright, so back up cautiously. I have made numerous short trips and a couple long distance trips with the rack loaded with adult size trail bikes and I have only good things to say. I would purchase both of these items again.
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Swagman XC2 Bike Rack for 2 bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
5 minutes installation. So far I like it.
When together easily. Looks like what I wanted in a rack.
# 3
Yakima RidgeBack Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting
Just installed hitch and carrier and it all went smoothly, the videos were terrific on how to install and use.
Only complaint like others have noted is the Yakima logo is a sticker that easily peels off. Other than that, it's strong, sturdy, and easy to load my bikes. I've used it about 6 times over the past year with no problems. I'm very satisfied with my purchase.
# 4
Swagman Chinook Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
Just put the Swagman Chinook on my 2016 RAV4. For a reasonable price, the quality seems very good. Assembly is easy, and it is much lighter weight than another brand I returned. The rear hatch opens with the bikes and rack tilted back. Since I most often use a single hybrid bike but occasionally like to also bring my mountain bike, I can set the Chinook up for one or two bikes, leaving three large pieces at home if I only need one bike. A platform bike rack like this keeps the bike wheels away from the car exhaust, and from scraping ground when going up driveways.
One year later I'm still delighted with this bike rack. I love that it is so versatile, allowing me to open the RAV4 back hatch using the tilt feature. The bicycle rides so securely and without wiggle at all. I also feel confident in the security of the locking features. This was one of the best purchases I've ever made! My only frustration is that I cannot use this bike rack when I am towing my new camper, which has zero to do with the product. Sad face.
# 5
Saris Freedom Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
5 stars
Bike rack arrived fast, easy to assemble, looks sturdy. Won't be able to use it for a few weeks, but sure it will be fine.
A Closer Look at the Benton Shifts&Grins Bike Rack for 2 Bikes on a 2021 Toyota RAV4
Hi, everyone, Aidan here with etrailer. If you have a 2021 Toyota RAV4 and you're looking to carry some bikes with you and you need a rack that's gonna be really versatile and able to adapt to a lot of different styles of bike, then I think the Benton Shifts&Grins 2-Bike Rack could be a good fit for you. Let's check it out. So this rack will work with a lot of different bikes, and that's thanks to the hook that holds onto either the front tire of your bike or the frame. So if your bike has fenders, you can go to the frame, but if you've got a carbon frame, alternative frame, or just a really nice paint job, I think the tire is gonna work best for most people. You also have two wheels straps in the bottom, but those are just secondary points of contact.
A Closer Look at the Thule T2 Pro XTR Bike Rack for 2 Bikes on a 2021 Toyota RAV4
Hi, everyone, Aiden here with etrailer. If you have a 2021 Toyota RAV4 and you're looking for a really nice, easy-to-use, capable bike rack, then I think the Thule T2 Pro XTR could be a good fit for you. Let's check it out. Now, whether you've got an alternative frame, a carbon frame, or a really nice paint job, this rack is gonna be a great choice because it uses a front wheel hook to hold the bike, making no frame contact throughout. And it's gonna have a wheel strap in the back just to keep that back tire down. You'll have a 60-pound weight capacity per tray, so it's an excellent option if you have some e-bikes.
Test Fitting the Thule Epos 2 Bike Rack - 2021 Toyota RAV4
Hi, everyone. Aiden here with etrailer. If you have a 2021 Toyota RAV4 and you're looking for a bike rack that's e-bike capable and really easy to use, then I think the Thule Epos could be a really good fit for you. Let's check it out. Now, this rack is really versatile and that's mainly thanks to the clamp here that holds the frame. That's gonna be adaptable by rotating it, height adjusting it so it's gonna work well for alternative frame bikes really well or bikes with fenders, but it can also attach to the front quarter of the rear tire.
Does it Fit? Testing the Swagman Dispatch Bike Rack for 2 Bikes on a 2021 Toyota RAV4
Hi everyone. Aiden here with etrailer and today we're gonna be taking a look at the Swagman Dispatch Platform Style Bike Rack and seeing how it fits on the back of our 2021 Toyota RAV4. Now this is going to be a bike rack capable of fitting on a lot of different types of vehicles, not only our RAV4, but it's rated to be used on motor homes, fifth wheels, travel trailers. So if you maybe did have a second vehicle that was towing a trailer that you also wanted to use this bike rack with, you could. But personally, if you're just putting it on the RAV4, I think there are some better options out there and we'll talk about that a bit later. You can make that decision for yourself.
Mount: Swagman Skaha 2 Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes on a 2021 Toyota RAV4
Hey everybody, Cooper here at etrailer. Today, we're going to be taking a look at the Swagman Skaha 2 for our 2021 Toyota RAV 4. Now, the Skaha 2 is going to be a platform-style bike rack, able to accommodate up to two bikes with an individual weight capacity of 60 pounds each. That does mean that our heavier e-bikes are going to be an option for this one. Our two main points of contact are going to be a hook on our front wheel and just a strap on our back wheel. But since we are making no frame contact, that does mean that our alternative frame bikes and our carbon fiber frame bikes are going to be an option for these as well.
Installation Guide for the Saris SuperClamp EX Bike Rack for 2 Bikes on a 2021 Toyota RAV4
Hey everybody, Cooper here at Etrailer. Today we're going to be taking a look at the Saris SuperClamp EX on our 2021 Toyota RAV4. Now the SuperClamp is going to be a platform style bike rack, able to accommodate up to two bikes, individual weight capacity of 60 pounds each. Meaning that our heavier e-bikes are going to be an option. Our main two points of contact are actually these J style hooks on either side of the bike, meaning we're not making any frame contact. So if you have an alternative frame bike or a carbon frame bike, we're going to be able to use this here, too.
Fit Test: Hollywood Racks Destination Bike Rack for 2 Bikes with 2021 Toyota RAV4
What's going on everybody Adam here with etrailer, today we got a 2021 Toyota RAV4, and we're gonna be taking a look at the Hollywood Racks Destination 2 bike rack. So, this gonna give you a good place to put two bikes and bring them to, and from the trails. And we are gonna have a little bit of limitations, one, this isn't gonna be best for the carbon fiber bikes, just 'cause we do have some frame contact, and it's not gonna be the best for some of the heavier bikes like e-bikes, fat tire bikes. One, these cradles are only gonna accept up to three inches in width, so no fat tire bikes. And it's gonna have a capacity of 35 pounds per bike. So your e-bikes definitely are not gonna be ideal for this rack.
Fit Test: Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes on a 2021 Toyota RAV4
What's up everybody Adam here with Etrailer. Today we have a 2021 Toyota RAV4, and we're going to be taking a look at the Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE2. So this rack is one of my favorites just because 80 pounds per bike. 80 pounds per bike. That's crazy compared to all the other ones that we have. So, this isn't really going to limit you on any of those heavier bikes that you have.
etrailer Hitch Bike Racks Review - 2021 Toyota RAV4
What is up everybody. Adam here with etrailer. Today, we have a 2021 Toyota RAV4. And we're gonna be taking a look at the etrailer hanging style bike rack. So this is gonna get four bikes to and fro, and we are gonna have a total weight capacity of 120 pounds. Make sure you put the heavier bike closest to the vehicle.
Setting up the Swagman XC2 Bike Rack for 2 bikes on a 2021 Toyota RAV4
Hello, neighbor. Today, we have a 2021 Toyota RAV4, and we're taking a look at the Swagman XC2 2 Bike Platform Style Bike Rack. So when looking at bike racks, something to consider is a hanging or platform. And normally to step into that platform category requires a little bit more money, and that's where this one really fits the bill for someone that wants a nice platform style bike that will hold their bikes in place, but also not break the bank. So the thing that, this bike rack offers is adjustability to make most bikes work. So you have two styles here of hooks on each side, so you have a taller one and a shorter one that's stacked on each other.
Is the Kuat Sherpa 2.0 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes Compatible with the 2021 Toyota RAV4?
Hey guys, welcome to etrailer.com. I'm Bobby. And today we're taking a look at the Kuat Sherpa 2.0 on our 2021 Toyota RAV4. Now you can see this to be a very nice stylist way of getting our bikes on the trail with us today. Can see, we do have a platform style with a tire hold. So if you're looking for a way of getting those carbon frame bikes to the trail with you.
Will the Kuat NV 2.0 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes Fit Your 2021 Toyota RAV4?
Hey guys, welcome to etrailer.com. I'm Bobby and today we're taking a look at the Kuat NV 2.0 to bike platform rack on our 2021 Toyota RAV4. Then you see, this gonna be a very very stylish way of getting our bikes to the road with us. However, we're still getting a lot of weight capacity for its looks as well. With 60 pound weight capacity, we're gonna get up to all of those E-bikes that we have blown up on here, even those bigger bikes up on here too. Now it is a tire hold system as well.
Fit Test: Kuat Transfer V2 Bike Rack for 1 Bike on a 2021 Toyota RAV4
Hey everybody, welcome to etrailer.com. I'm Bobby. And today we're taking a look at the Kuat Transfer V2 on our 2021 Toyota RAV4. Now, this can be a great way of getting those single bikes to the trails with you and doing it in a nice, efficient way. And also getting a lot of nice contact on here. So if you're really worried about your single bike this can be a great option.
Fit Test: Inno Tire Hold Bike Rack for 2 Bikes on a 2021 Toyota RAV4
Hey guys, welcome to etrailer.com. I'm Bobby and today we're taking a look at the INNO Tire Hold Two Bike Platform Rack on our 2021 Toyota RAV4. Now, this is gonna be an awesome way of getting any kind of bike you want to the trails with you. With a 60 pound capacity, we're gonna get most of our bikes up on here. The only ones I wouldn't see us probably getting, are those fat bike tires. As you can see, we are gonna have a little bit of a thin tire hold on here.
Is the Yakima BackRoad 4 Bike Rack Compatible with the 2021 Toyota RAV4?
Hey, everybody. Welcome to etrailer.com I'm Bobby. And today, we're taking a look at the Yakima BackRoad four-bike rack on our 2021 Toyota RAV4. Now, this can be a great way of getting a multitude of bikes on the trail with us today. And you can see, we do have a hanging style system here with us today. And we will be having points of contact on our frame.
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