Is this right For you? Product Expert Matthew S says:
Yes, if you:
Want locks for your bikes and the rack included
Need to transport fat bikes
No, if you:
Want the easiest bike loading option available
Don't want to mess around finding a tool every time you install or uninstall the rack
Think you might need to carry more than 3 bikes in the future
This lightweight, 3-bike rack is perfect for carrying e-bikes, fat bikes, or bikes with a carbon frame or custom paint job. Front bike position can be easily removed if you only need to carry 2 bikes. 1-800-940-8924 to order RockyMounts hitch bike racks part number RKY10004-10005 or order online at etrailer.com. Free expert support on all RockyMounts products. Guaranteed Lowest Price and Fastest Shipping for RockyMounts MonoRail Bike Rack for 3 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount. Hitch Bike Racks reviews from real customers.
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RockyMounts Hitch Bike Racks
- RKY10004-10005
Platform Rack
3 Bikes
Tilt-Away Rack
Fold-Up Rack
Fits 2 Inch Hitch
Carbon Fiber Bikes
Heavy Bikes
RockyMounts
Class 3
Wheel Mount
Bike and Hitch Lock
This lightweight, 3-bike rack is perfect for carrying e-bikes, fat bikes, or bikes with a carbon frame or custom paint job. Front bike position can be easily removed if you only need to carry 2 bikes.
Features:
Platform bike rack carries 3 bikes using your vehicle's hitch receiver
Front bike position can be easily removed if you only need to carry 2 bikes
Ratcheting hooks on pivoting upright arms hold your bikes securely by the front wheels - no frame contact
Large front-wheel cradles and pivoting rear-wheel cradles let you carry bikes with different wheelbases
Front-mounted, easy-release lever allows rack to tilt and fold
Tilts down with bikes loaded to access cargo area
Adjustable bike trays slide 3" side to side to optimize bike spacing
Anti-rattle hitch pin reduces movement of rack in hitch receiver
Keyed-alike locks deter theft of your bikes and the rack
Durable steel and aluminum construction with black powder coat finish is corrosion resistant
Specs:
Application: 2" x 2" trailer hitch receivers
Carrying capacity: 3 bicycles
Weight capacity (per bike): 45 lbs
Maximum tire width: 5.0"
Maximum wheelbase: 48"
Wheel diameter: 20" - 29"
Maximum distance between bicycles: 12"
Distance from center of hitch pin hole to:
Closest part of rack when folded down: 11"
Closest part of rack when folded up: 5-3/4"
Farthest part of rack when folded down: 47 1/2"
Farthest part of rack when folded up: 17"
Carrier weight: 63 lbs
Limited lifetime warranty
Note: May interfere with bikes with front fenders.
Rotating Arms with Ratcheting Hooks
The MonoRail has ratcheting hooks that grab your bikes firmly by the front wheel - not the frame. It's perfect for carrying carbon bikes or bikes with a custom paint job. To load a bike, simply place your front wheel in the cradle, rotate the arm up and over the wheel, and press down firmly on the ratcheting hook.
Pivoting Rear Wheel Cradles with Ratcheting Wheel Straps
The rear wheel cradles accommodate a wide variety of bike wheelbases. They pivot front to back, adjusting automatically to each bike's wheelbase - no need for sliding and tightening. Secure the wheels in place with the built-in ratcheting strap. The straps also include extenders for use with fat bikes.
Adjustable Bike Trays
The front and back trays adjust 3" side-to-side to ensure you have enough space when loading your bikes. Just remove the bolts where the tray attaches to the bottom of the rack, slide the trays left or right to achieve the desired spacing, and then reinstall the bolts. This will prevent your bikes' handlebars from becoming tangled, and it eliminates bike-to-bike contact.
Front-Mounted Release Lever for Easy Tilting
The front-mounted release lever allows you to easily tilt the MonoRail. The rack tilts down - with or without bikes loaded - so you can access your vehicle's rear cargo area. Because the tilt-release lever is located at the front of the rack, you don't have to worry about crawling through bikes or squeezing between the rack and the vehicle to pull it. When you raise the rack back up, you'll hear a click to indicate it's secure.
When the rack is unloaded you can pull the lever to fold it up for storage. This means you don't have to remove it to park in small lots at the trail head or in cramped parking garages.
Easy Installation
It installs with a threaded, anti-rattle hitch pin. Simply slide the shank into your 2" hitch receiver, insert the threaded hitch pin, and tighten it down with the included tool. This will reduce noise and movement while the rack is installed.
Complete Security
Included locks secure your bikes to the rack and the rack to your vehicle. The integrated cable lock threads around your bikes' frames and inserts into the lock that slides along the cable.
The hitch lock simply snaps onto the hitch pin and locks in place. The cable and hitch lock are keyed alike, so you'll only need 1 key for both locks.
RockyMounts MonoRail Bike Rack for 3 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount - RKY10004-10005
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (194 Customer Reviews)
This lightweight, 3-bike rack is perfect for carrying e-bikes, fat bikes, or bikes with a carbon frame or custom paint job. Front bike position can be easily removed if you only need to carry 2 bikes.
by: Isaac09/14/2021
Poor quality. It doesn't securely lock the screw bolt. The nut which is attached in front tire guard is spinning with a screw bolt and it grinds it's hexagon shape hole.1152538
This defect is covered under warranty. Please contact the manufacturer at 1-303-402-0190.
-- Sierra K - 09/24/2021
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by: Chris06/16/2020
This is a really well-made rack that much sturdier than my last hitch-mounted rack. My only concern, before purchasing, was whether or not the 3rd bike, because of its distance from the hitch, might put too much of a load on my suspension, but my 2020 Outback only squatted a 1/2" or less with all 3 bikes loaded. (Note: the bikes are roughly 30 pounds each. See pics.) I only wish that RockyMounts would have included better locks. I know that locks only keep casual thieves from stealing, but these are really, really cheap. This likely isn't as problematic for the hitch pin (which is hard to see/get to) as it certainly is for the locking cable pin--which is much more visible. Still, this one shortcoming aside, I'm very, very pleased with this purchase. Plus, and I know this might not be the best reason to buy the rack, but it looks really nice in the folded-up position. Finally, I really appreciated the wonderful videos and email answers provided by etrailer.com, which helped me understand the numerous racks and pick the one that best fits my needs.816352
This is very solid, no rattling. It's very easy to mount the bikes too. With a bike only in the second rack the tailgate on our X1 opens.1278777
by: Carrie 01/30/2022
So far so good! I haven't loaded bikes yet but it is put together and on the car! I won't be storing it on my car because my backup camera beeps nonstop with it attached to the car.1255768
by: Robin in Colorado04/06/2018
RockyMount makes a quality, full-featured bike rack at a very reasonable price.
Rack accommodates any size tire, carries 3 bikes (extender for third bike included, as shown), bikes lock down tight and don't move much on dirt roads, rack tilts up easily when not in use, and down when loaded in order to access trunk, comes with a detached cable that can be locked to the frame, and a keyed security nut that locks the rack to the hitch receiver.
I am very happy with this bike rack. It pairs very well with my Curt Trailer hitch and my 2016 Hyundai Tucson.
Great package from etrailer.com, and they were one of the more outstanding online retailers I've ever dealt with. They have my business now. 493295
Comments
Second mountain biking season and this rack is great. Figure Ill still be hauling our bikes on it in another 10 years. It will probably last longer than several cars! Thanks for your great service and really tight operation. My review and recommendations stand, 100.
Robin i - 04/12/2019
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by: Harley05/24/2019
Really like this bile rack, it is easy to put on the hitch, hold the bikes secure and like the handle to raise the hitch up. Hitch had a cracked brace but call Rocky Mount and sent a replacement part.646517
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After a year still love this bike rack it is easy to install and like the way it hold the bikes
Harley - 05/25/2020
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by: Craig04/05/2018
Quick and easy installation. Good quality material....492839
Awesome rack! No complaints whatsoever. I would have liked the rack to have integrated cable locks like the more expensive racks but I'm cheap and could not see spending more money for that feature. The cable lock that comes with this unit is very good for it's intended purpose. I transport two road bikes and two kids bikes with this rack. I worried alittle about the exhaust heat melting my carbon wheels but it has not been an issue as it seems the exhaust is not even close enough to do that. I have a Hyundai Palisade and a Chevy Silverado I use with this rack. Bikes are very secure and very little movement while secured in the rack. It might be a little heavy for some users but I'm 5' 8" and fairly strong for a 52 yr old. Rack was very easy to put together and I bought the 2 bike additional rack. I have a lot of confidence in this rack and am the type who is very conscious about whether a rack would compromise the condition and aesthetic of my bike or not. So, to sum it up I wanted a solid rack to transport my carbon fiber road bikes and my kids' bikes to various organized rides. I didn't want to give up my left arm to get it and I wanted to be easy to work with. This rack did all that and more.772613
by: Jeffrey05/13/2020
This is the second hitch I have bought from Etrailer. Great prices, great products and free shipping! I received my 2" Draw-tite hitch for my 2020 VW Tiguan SEL R-line. The hitch fit perfectly with no real installation problems. If you have a Tiguan you may need to shave some of the undercoating near the bolts to make installation easier. I also only cut a 3" x 3" square for the hitch to fit through on the rear bottom valance. It's not necessary to cut a 3" x 6" rectangle. The 3" x 3" square makes a much better appearance. There are two plastic screws you can take out which will let you pull the valance down so the hitch can fit through.
I also purchased the 2" Rockymounts Monorail 3 bike hitch rack. Some assembly but took about 20 minutes. This is really a great hitch rack! Very well made and they supply all the locks etc. I like it much better than the older version of the Kuat Sherpa 1 1/4" hitch rack that I had.
If you need a hitch or a bike rack look no further than Etrailer!798466
by: Todd07/23/2019
Very solid rack. I like it better than Yakima, Thule and Kuat. It works great and was super easy to install. 674217
by: MnMarcus10/18/2021
Everything seems good except price is high like every other rack, but paint seems soft. We'll see if it rusts.1182476
by: Mike05/21/2018
I have only had this product for a few weeks, but have used it about 4 or 5 times. So far it has worked really well. It feels sturdy and the bikes are very easy to get on and off. 511615
by: Robert 01/07/2022
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by: John 09/19/2021
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by: Kenneth 10/03/2021
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by: Mark-Indianapolis05/09/2021
Review from a similar MonoRail in Hitch Bike Racks
This thing is rock solid. Once I figured out the directions and put it on my 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee is was so impressed with how stable it was. With two hybrid bikes on the platform rack it didn't even wiggle in the slightest! The only negative comment I can make was in lack of information in the directions. I had the platforms backwards and didn't know it until I tried to fold the rack completely up. I reviewed the directions again and no mention or illustration is available. However the fix wasn't that hard and it now functions exactly like the videos. Customer service from etrailer was remarkable though both times I called I thought the wait time was a little long. I would recommend this product and this retailer to anyone. Great service, great product!1033047
Have had this product for a year now and I stand by my earlier review. By far one of the best if not the best bike rack on the market. We drove from Indianapolis to Upstate New York last fall and the rack performed great. Would recommend this product to anyone.
Mark-Indianapolis - 05/10/2022
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by: Allen05/18/2021
Review from a similar MonoRail in Hitch Bike Racks
It was very easy to assemble the MonoRail 2. All of the parts were in the box and nothing was damaged. I would recommend etrailer to purchase from as they were the only ones to have this bike rack. Also I would recommend the MonoRail as well.1040555
I really like the Rockymounts Monorail 2 but I also have a slight problem with it as well. But the problem that I have is going to go will all hitch type racks. The problem that I have is with the backup sensors so I bought the 53201 Curt Auxiliary LED Indicator Lights and some magnets top attach it to the rack. If I were to say anything is that I think all bike racks should come with something to plug to prevent the sensors from going off. there then that the rack is gray and I have had no problems with it at all. This is a great rack for the money.
Allen - 05/19/2022
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by: Al04/21/2021
Review from a similar MonoRail in Hitch Bike Racks
Very well made. Much easier to load bikes than the hanging rack we used before.1017947
After using our bike rack all last summer and fall have not had any issues with it. Very satisfied. Ease of use, keeps our bikes very stable and especially like can it down with bikes loaded and still access the truck bed. Would definitely recommend. Would buy again.
Al - 04/22/2022
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by: Clark05/07/2021
Review from a similar MonoRail in Hitch Bike Racks
Easy to assemble nice quality. Bikes are very solid on rack.1031574
Great bike rack. Works well for both fat bikes and skinny tired bikes. It is a bit tight on fat bike 27.5 tires. Wish the uprights were an inch longer.
Clark - 05/08/2022
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by: Rob12/24/2021
Review from a similar MonoRail in Hitch Bike Racks
I ordered it for my girlfriend and she HAD to use it the 2nd day because she was so excited. It wasn't hard to build, there were only 3 main pieces but 5 total and the tools come with the kit. Her first test go went great, she was extremely happy with it and that she could finally get into the trunk of her SUV with the bikes still on the bike. Only concern is the locking mechanisms, they are cheap so I'll find a better way to lock the rack and bikes to the vehicle. Otherwise, as always,thanks for the great service etrailer. I would purchase again if needed!1230199
Review from a similar MonoRail in Hitch Bike Racks
The rack came damaged and could not be assemble without first repairing the damage. The mounting bracket for one of the cross arms was bent (see photo) which prevented the cross arm from being installed. The bend had to be hammer out straight before the cross arm could be installed, which also cause the area of repair to need repainting.
Otherwise, the rack appears to be functional and well built.
The website specs for the rack list its weight as 38 pounds, but the actual weight is 45 pounds.1287676
Review from a similar MonoRail in Hitch Bike Racks
Easy assembly. Since this is made here in Colorado (USA), the assembly tools provided actually fit the bolts and work as intended. My only issue is even with bikes off the rack you can not open the tail gate on a jeep. Will need to completely remove rack from hitch to do so. Bike mounting is easy although the supplied locks feel a little flimsy.1153618
Review from a similar MonoRail in Hitch Bike Racks
This rack is Rock Solid!! I live in Michigan and we travel to the Smoky Mountains for a week every September, since buying this rack we are now able to bring our bikes along with us. It works like a champ!! Not one issue with it going there or coming back, we've used it to go to some Metroparks to ride there as well. I have a Ram 2500 pickup and the tilt feature on the rack allows me to completely open my tailgate without hitting the rack or the bikes! It's a great rack and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a quality rack.1275843
by: Fred 03/31/2021
Review from a similar MonoRail in Hitch Bike Racks
Just received, was very easy to put together, all the tools and hardware came with the hitch. Seems like a quality hitch. The “T” handle tilt lever feels very solid, seems like thought of everything, came with two locks, one for the hitch pin, and the other for a cable to secure the bikes with its own spot to attach the cable. Even came with strap extensions in case your bike has extreme fat tires. So far very pleased with this purchase.998895
Comments
I had bought the one inch the fit my hitch, worked gteat for a while, but we have a cabin in Lake Tahoe, about 200 mile drive. We have two EBikes that we have bean towing, they are within the rated advertised limit, when we got home, the rack had bent backwards, and the bike rack was close to ground.
Fred - 04/01/2022
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This item has a limited lifetime warranty and I have sent that information along to you.
To add the 1 bike carrier to your RockyMounts MonoRail # RKY10004 you'll want to use the 1 Bike Add-On for RockyMounts MonoRail Solo and MonoRail for 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount # RKY10005 you were looking at. This will come with everything you need to add the expansion onto your MonoRail.
The complete 2 bike MonoRail with 1 Bike extension is available with the RockyMounts MonoRail 3 Bike Rack # RKY10004-10005 view full answer...
The RockyMounts MonoRail Bike Rack for 3 Bikes # RKY10004-10005 that you referenced does have the rear bike tray that can be removed so that it could be used as a 2 bike rack or a 3 bike rack. view full answer...
To get the most out of your trailer hitch you will want a Class III hitch with a 2 inch hitch receiver like the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 75876 which is confirmed to fit your 2018 Subaru Forester.
This specific trailer hitch does not have a 2 bike restriction like a Class I trailer hitch would have and the 2 inch receiver will allow you to carry a wider variety of accessories than a 1-1/4 inch receiver would.
A great option for you is the RockyMounts MonoRail 3 Bike... view full answer...
The RockyMounts MonoRail Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount, # RKY10004 is not rated for RV use. Having the proper rating is important to ensure the rack can hold up against the force exerted on it while being mounted to the back of the trailer. There is greater side to side movement placed on a bike rack that is mounted to the back of a trailer than mounted on an automobile. The rating indicates that the bike rack has been tested and approved for that increased torque that... view full answer...
The RockyMounts MonoRail part # RKY10004-10005 would be a perfect solution. It can carry all three of your bike frame styles, tilts, and is a platform like you'd need. This is a wheel mount style rack too which means it will only touch the bikes at the tires to protect the finish. view full answer...
As long as you had a 2 inch hitch installed on your 2010 Honda Element like the Draw Tite part # 75659 you could install and use the Kuat Transfer part # KU24FR and the RockyMounts MonoRail # RKY10004-10005. If you had the smaller 1-1/4 inch hitch you wouldn't be able to use these racks or any 3 bike racks. view full answer...
While we do have a method of transporting 3 bikes on your 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, I confirmed with our rack manufactures that they have not engineered a fitment of a trunk rack quite yet. Due to this fact, we cannot confirm whether any of the trunk racks work on your vehicle. This usually occurs with newer vehicle models.
With that being said, I recommend a hitch bike rack. For the best route, I suggest the RockyMounts MonoRail Bike Rack for 3 Bikes - 2" Hitches # RKY10004-10005.... view full answer...
At the rear of a trailer or RV the ride quality is very rough when compared to the ride quality at the rear of a passenger vehicle. Reason being the suspension isn't as sophisticated and there is a longer distance between the rear axle and the rear of the trailer which exaggerates the movement of the trailer when hitting bumps. Because of that only a few bike racks were designed to be reinforced enough for that type of use.
So the RockyMounts rack you referenced was not rated for the... view full answer...
While the RockyMounts MonoRail Bike Rack for 3 Bikes - 2" Hitches # RKY10004-10005 is a superb choice for a Tesla Model 3, I verified that it is not rated for use behind an RV, including motorhomes (it had been at one time but RockyMounts has recently changed this).
There isn't a 3-bike rack similar to the MonoRail that can be used behind a motorhome, the only other option for a 3-bike rack is a hanging rack, the Swagman Trailhead 3 Bike Rack # S63365.
For a 2-bike rack that is rated... view full answer...
For a solid hitch mounted bike carrier, I recommend the Kuat Transfer V2 Bike Platform Rack, Item # KU24FR. To see if it will clear the rear spare tire of your 2011 Toyota RAV4, you will need to take some measurements. On the Transfer there is 6 inches between the hitch pin hole and the closest part of the rack.
For some other 3 bike options that have more clearance for your spare tire, I recommend looking at the RockyMounts SplitRail, Item # RKY11404-3, and the MonoRail, Item # RKY10004-10005.... view full answer...
Platform bike racks do offer several advantages like the one you mentioned of not needing adapter for kids or women's bikes. They also are much easier to load and hold the bikes in a more stable way. The Transfer part # KU24FR that you referenced is a really great option but I wouldn't recommend it as a first option since you have a kids bike. If the kids bike is just a little smaller than standard bikes it will work great, but if the bike is considerably smaller the wheelbase would be... view full answer...
I have a solution for you. For bike racks that have a maximum per-bike weight capacity, each individual bike cannot exceed that single weight capacity on the rack. Loading a 49-pound bike on the Kuat Transfer V2 Bike Rack for 3 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount # KU24FR would be over that limit.
With that being said, a great solution is the RockyMounts MonoRail Bike Rack for 3 Bikes - 2" Hitches # RKY10004-10005. the Monorail comes with a 60-pound maximum weight capacity when the add-on... view full answer...
Unfortunately, I have no way of seeing what is in your cart. However, for your 2021 Ram 1500, I recommend the Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars # TH711520 with the clamp feet # TH710501 and fit kit # TH145199. These crossbars have a maximum load capacity of up to 220-lbs.
For a bike rack, I recommend using the Thule ProRide XT Roof Bike Rack # TH598004. This bike rack will be able to accommodate your bikes' 29" tires and will mount directly to the Thule WingBar Evo mentioned above.
You will... view full answer...
Yes, you can use the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11416 on your 2021 Honda HR-V LX, to be able to carry 2 bikes. This receiver will fit all trim levels and both the FWD and AWD drive types. As you are going to be carrying a bike rack an important measurement is the hitch pin center to bumper measurement which we find to be 5" when installed in our shop.
Curt does require the use of their Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap # 18050 when using any hitch mounted carrying accessory.
You must... view full answer...
I have a great 3-bike option for you. However, the Thule EasyFold XT # TH903202 is not available as a 3-bike option. If you are looking for a ramped solution to carry 3 bikes, the best option is to use the Kuat NV 2.0 Base Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount # BA22B-BA02B (matte black), NV22G-NA22G (gunmetal gray), or # NV22B-NA22B (metallic black). For the ramp, you need the additional Access Ramp # ANVBRB. If you happen to have fat bike tires between 3-5 inches wide, you... view full answer...
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