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Hauling big battery builds takes muscle, and this rack is built for it. Each spot handles up to 80 lbs per bike, so even fully outfitted e-bikes ride steady. Bolstered steel construction, welded gussets, and heavy-duty wheel holders keep your bikes locked down without flex or sway. Fat tires up to 5.0" wide and wheelbases as long as 60" slide right in, while the included SW-ADP-U adapter lets you load bikes with 20" wheels without leaving the smaller riders behind.
The ratcheting frame hooks move smoothly along the upright mast to clamp each bike by its frame. Padded contact points protect the finish and lock in place to deter theft. Because the hooks adjust independently, mismatched frame heights aren’t a problem - each bike gets a snug fit that stays tight mile after mile.
Grabbing gear from the rear shouldn’t mean unloading everything. A spring-pin system lets the rack tilt down with bikes loaded so you can reach the cargo area easily. When the ride’s done, pull the upper pin and fold the rack against the vehicle to save space and keep it out of the way. It’s a simple mechanism that makes everyday use easier.
A built-in anti-rattle handle tightens the shank inside the receiver tube - no wrench needed. The included hitch tightener adds another layer of stability by clamping the shank to the hitch flange. Together they cut out vibration and noise, keeping the rack rock solid even over rough pavement or long hauls.
Every connection point is protected. The keyed-alike hitch lock, frame-hook locks, and 8' security cable secure the rack to the hitch and the bikes to the rack in one system. Lock it up once and both your bikes and rack stay right where you left them.
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Customer Satisfaction Score:
93% were satisfied with this product
7% of customers were not satisfied
Ratings & Reviews
Gwendolyn Y.
5/19/2025
Hitched up and ready for a ride! The anti-rattle is a big game changer is securing a bike rack. I can also agree that using a back-up camera or sensors aren't the best when there is a rack mounted but, at least you know you are off to a fun ride!
Nikon A.
6/3/2024
How can it be a year? Time flies, and Ive had ample time to transport my bikes on this amazing rack. Once secured, the bikes travel without a wiggle. Since the rack is attached to the frame thanks to a family member who has a garage the rack is rock-solid. I highly recommend one of these to anyone with an electric bike, since they are heavier and need more support than a standard bike.
Jesse M.
6/3/2024
Gwendolyn Y.
4/15/2025
Looks like a great set up, Scott! Where are you headed to next?!
Sanford
7/7/2025
It does the job for an e-bike and a regular bike. One complaint is that I have to lower it to open the trunk to my XC 70 Volvo.
Jonathan
4/26/2025
One of the wheel straps does not ratchet down and one of the hold down clamps does not lock. It still holds my bike securely for transport.
Jameson C.
5/7/2025
Larry
8/18/2024
Ok, after 1 year: I left the rack on the car since I installed it a year ago. Yep, on the car all winter. On close inspection, there is NO rust and everything is like new. Winter here in Western WA is all rain and a lot of it. This rack and my Ebike have opened new worlds for me! Seriously. I check maps for bike trails all over the state. I rack up my bike and drive to trailheads and explore new vistas. Its been transformational for me. At 83, I need the electric assist but there are no obstacles for me other than city streets. I do not ride in car traffic period. No problem though. Ive got this awesome heavy duty easy to use bike rack. Oh, and a plus. It holds 2 bikes so I drive to my daughters and we add her bike and I can show her all the trails Ive discovered. Im glad I picked this rack. It seemed the gold standard at Rad and now I can see why.
Eric
8/18/2022
1 year later the rack is working out very well. Still carrying those heavy bikes without incident. Bike are super secure, even at high speed on long trips. Don’t have to remove the rack in order to open the rear hatch on my Murano. Sometimes the tire trays are a little balky about sliding back and forth, but not a big problem. Originall thought $500 was a lot for an ebike rack. Now I think it’s a deal. Some are up to $1300. Anyway, still using it several times a week, and am still impressed with it.
Cynthea
3/30/2024
Great rack for my two Lectric bikes. Easy and very sturdy! Would recommend this for sure!
Jim
10/15/2023
Rack works fine after I put my own stop block on it. The other part was sent without the stop block attached also. Have had no problems carrying two e bikes. Rad 5s.
Mike L.
11/7/2023
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Mark
6/11/2026
This bike rack is still performing as intended. The only issue I see is the hardware washer should be made from a stronger material. It becomes distorted over time.