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Swagman XTC2 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount

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What to Know About the Swagman XTC2 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes

Installation: Swagman XTC2 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes on a 2019 BMW X3

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This lightweight 2-bike rack is perfect for the occasional rider with limited storage space in their garage. The wheel trays fold up, so it easily fits into a closet. It also accommodates bikes with a long wheelbases. 1-800-940-8924 to order Swagman hitch bike rack part number S64670 or order online at etrailer.com. Free expert support on all Swagman products. Great prices and Fastest Shipping for Swagman XTC2 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount. Hitch Bike Rack reviews from real customers.

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Highlights

Carry 2 Bikes Securely: Holds up to 35 lbs per bike with padded frame hooks to protect paint.
Adjust for Any Size Ride: Sliding wheel hoops fit wheelbases from 27-1/2" to 66".
Store Without Clutter: Fold-down mast and up-folding trays save garage or closet space.
Cut Down on Wobble: Threaded anti-rattle hitch pin keeps movement low on rough roads.
Switch Hitch Sizes Easily: Removable adapter sleeve fits 1-1/4" or 2" receivers.
Built to Last: Steel construction with black powder coat resists rust and wear.

Features to know about

Easy Transport for Two Bikes: 35 lb Capacity Per Bike

The Swagman XTC2 handles two bikes with a 35-lb per bike weight limit. It’s built from durable steel with a black powder coat that resists rust and weighs only 29.7 lbs, so it’s easy to move and install. The platform design supports wheelbases from 27-1/2" up to 66", making it great for everything from cruisers to long recumbents.

Swagman XTC2 bike rack attached to a motorhome, showing compatibility with cars, trucks, vans, SUVs, and motorhomes.

Secure Fit Without Frame Damage: Padded, Ratcheting Hooks

Each bike locks in place with padded ratcheting hooks that clamp the frame securely without scratching your paint. The hooks move independently, so you can carry bikes of different shapes and sizes side by side. Once set, they hold steady on rough roads, keeping the load tight and stable.

Close-up of padded ratcheting hooks on the Swagman XTC2 bike rack securing a bicycle frame.

Adjusts for Any Setup: Sliding Wheel Hoops with Rubber Straps

The sliding wheel hoops adapt quickly to different bikes. Hand knobs let you position each hoop to match your bike’s wheelbase, and the rubber straps snug the wheels down for extra security. Need to haul fat-tire bikes? Optional hoops (sold separately) fit tires up to 5" wide.

Swagman XTC2 bike rack with adjustable sliding wheel hoops and rubber straps for securing bike wheels.

Compact Storage Made Simple: Folding Mast and Trays

When it’s time to stow the rack, pull the pins and fold the trays up against the mast—it fits easily in tight spaces like a closet or garage corner. The center mast also folds down for quick access to the rear, so you don’t have to unload everything to reach your gear.

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Swagman XTC2 bike rack with folding trays shown in upright storage position.

Smooth, Quiet Ride: Anti-Rattle Hitch Pin and Convertible Shank

A threaded hitch pin with built-in anti-rattle keeps the rack steady and cuts down on sway. The removable adapter sleeve converts the shank for use in either 1-1/4" or 2" hitches, giving you flexibility across setups. Add a hitch or cable lock (sold separately) for extra security and peace of mind.

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Specs

Application

Hitch compatibility: 1-1/4" x 1-1/4" (Class II) and 2" x 2" trailer hitches

Weight and Capacity

Carrying capacity: 2 bikes
Weight capacity (per bike): 35 lbs
Carrier weight: 29.7 lbs

Tire and Wheel Specifications

Maximum tire width: 2.5"
Maximum wheelbase: 66"
Minimum wheelbase: 27-1/2"

Shank and Clearance Dimensions

Shank rise: 3"
Distance from center of hitch pin hole to closest wheel hoop: 8"
Distance from center of hitch pin hole to farthest edge of carrier: 17"

Warranty

Limited lifetime warranty

64670 Swagman XTC2 - Platform-Style 2 Bike Carrier for 1-1/4" and 2" Trailer Hitches - Swagman XTC2 Cross Country 2-Bike Carrier

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by: Greg P 09/10/2026

Bike rack is great but very unhappy with the fact that the next day it went on sale and etrailer would not adjust the price at all no consideration.I have purchased a RV jack knife sofa for aprox $750. this is the second bike rack and second trailer hitch. plus other items. So for aprox $20.00 they are willing losing a customer.

by: Rich 10/02/2026

2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Recieved the bike rack in the original Swagman packaging, which was inside a sturdy shipping box, both intact. Shipping was free and fast. Seemless. All parts were there, easy to assemble. Great price!

by: Kerry in Florida 08/12/2020

First-time rack buyer / owner / installer. The rack arrived in a timely fashion, maybe a day or 2 ahead of schedule. It was well packaged.
I’m LOVING this bike rack. It was easy to put together and to mount on my new Honda Passport. Thus far, no squeaks in my 2” receiver. Hardest part of initial set-up is figuring out the best way to position two bikes. Trial & error and some patience.
The directions weren’t clear as to where the 2 left-over screws went. I found the answer in another review and have posted a pic in case others have the same problem (photo with pen pointing at screw). These screws go in the underneath side of both of the folding arms. They appear to keep the wheel wells from sliding off in case in you drive with an empty, un-folded rack, and forgot to tighten down the wheel wells.
The folding arm push / pull pins can be difficult at times. I coated the tips with some lube. That and a little jiggling seems to solve that issue. I guess it’s better for the pins to be snug vs popping right out.
I added a small Master lock to the hitch pin (in lieu of the provided cotter pin) as a theft deterrent. I read that a 3/16 shackle lock will fit into the bike clamp down arms to also act as a deterrent. I had an old 3/16 lock that did snugly fit and appeared to be locked. HOWEVER, I yanked on the lock and it came open as there isn’t quite enough clearance for the shackle to lock. I discovered that longer 3/16 shackle locks are hard to find. Have attached a photo of the lock that actually fits and works (Ace Hardware). One lock on the upper clamp down arm will secure both arms as the lower arm can’t be removed without removing the upper arm.
The clamp down arms appear to be coated to prevent damage to your bike. I’ve tried a simple rag and ultimately settled on pool noodle pieces as a precautionary measure. I CAN NOT open my tailgate (regardless of whether or not the rack is fold up and in the bike carry position). If that’s a concern for you, then spring for the more costly titling version. My back-up camera still functions.

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Kerry F. One Year Later

8/16/2021

This bike carrier has held up well. Excellent product vs the cost. I just recently had to upgrade to a LARGER CARRIER as my HARDTAIL PLUS mountain bike tires 2.8 were too fat for this carrier.

by: Kevin K 06/27/2014

Jeep Patriot

The Swagman XTC-2 platform bike carrier arrived very quickly from etrailer and in good shape, the actual carrier box is inside another shipper box, which I'm sure helped with its condition. Assembly was relatively quick and painless, even though the instructions could be a little more thorough. Installing the carrier on the back of our Jeep Patriot also was quick, it helps to have an extra ratchet & 3/4" socket laying around for just this purpose.

Installing the bikes takes a little patience and trial and error the first time you try and put them on the carrier. It's easy enough to adjust the wheel holders to fit the wheelbase of your bikes, but for us at least, the challenge was trying to swing the vertical support bar up into position after putting on the first bike (closest to the Jeep). We couldn't angle the bike enough toward the Jeep to have the bar clear the bike. We learned that the easiest way to secure the first bike was to remove the ratcheting frame hooks altogether, put the bike in the carrier, swing up the vertical support bar, put in the pin, and then slide one of the frame hooks down on the bar. The outside bike is much easier because you can set the bike in the carrier at whatever angle you need, not being limited by the back of the vehicle. One thing we did to protect the bike frames was to use some foam pipe insulation as cushion between the frame hook and the frame (see pictures).

Once you get a system for installing the bikes, it is very quick to load/unload them. The rack seems to be well made and doesn't wiggle excessively when traveling. All in all a good product for a good price, would definitely recommend it for anyone looking for a platform bike carrier.

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Ray

7/26/2014

Question, we have two Townie comfort bikes, one male the other female. Our problem is attempting to lock down the female bike. I have attempted to slide the locking arm all the way down to the bottom cross bar without success. If I leave it higher it will pinch the chain guard. How do you get the lock slide down to the cross bar on the bottom of the frame. Other than that it is a GREAT rack. Thanks,Ray

Rachael H.

7/28/2014

For very low step through frames like your women's Townie bike, an adapter bar is the best option to use, even for platform bike racks with the center frame post. I recommend the Swagman # 64005. This bar will connect between the handlebar gooseneck and the seat post, providing a bar that the center frame hook will secure around. This will keep you from pinching the chain guard. It is easily removable, and will only be needed during transport, leaving your the step through frame functional.

Chris H.

11/1/2015

Can you access the hatch with the bikes on the rack?

Kevin K.

11/4/2015

Depending on the pedal position of the bike closest to the rear lift gate, you can open it a few inches to reach in and get something. This of course depends on far under the back of your vehicle your hitch is located.

by: Mark C. 07/12/2014

2017 Volkswagen GTI

I own a 2009 VW GTI 4 door. The fact that I have a 4 door GTI may be significant to the 2 door GTI drivers out there because I tend to need to access my rear hatch less frequently since I just put things in the back seat.

I did not want the standard hanging bike rack because my bike got scratched up badly, my brake cables became loose, and my bike pump cage got broken when using a 4 bike hanging rack with my brother and his family. I also do not like the idea of the weight of my bike resting on top of my bike cables in the hanging bike rack cradles. However, if you are frequently putting different types of bikes on your rack like my brother does, a hanging rack may work better for you. The platform racks need to have the wheel holders adjusted for different bikes. Not hard, but it is a little more cumbersome.

I had been using Yakima roof mounted racks for 17 years on 5 different vehicles...until one of the roof clips popped loose on the interstate and my road bike did a wheelie and dented the roof of my GTI. Could not get my Yakima roof clip to lock in place again after that, so I moved to a hitch mount.

I bought the Curt Hitch #11074 and can be seen in the photos. Not really noticeable, but I think it looks better than the Draw-Tite and Hidden Hitch designs.

For platform racks, I looked at several designs with the following criteria in mind.

- Ease of use
- Ability to access the rear hatch
- Extension from bumper

I naturally started with Yakima, but found that their racks seemed overly cumbersome and extended far behind the car. The Thule racks seemed the same, and both brands were over $300. They did offer the ability to tilt the rack up when not in use, but this still blocks my access to the rear hatch.

The Swagman rack has a simple, minimalist design. First is that it is very narrow, only one row of support arms to carry two bikes. Thule and Yakima have two support arms, one for each bike, which causes the rack to extend farther behind the bumper. The Swagman seems plenty beefy to handle two bikes.

The support beams are easy to tilt up and down. Maybe not quite as easy to tilt up as Yakima and Thule, but still pretty easy. But until I watched the eTrailer video before buying this product (WATCH THE VIDEO!), I did not realize that the center upright also folds out of the way if you need access to the rear. This is what sold me. The ratcheting upright supports are easy to use and work as shown in the etrailer video. The rubber straps do their job just fine.

The other manufacturers seem to have an easier method to move the rack out of the way of the rear hatch, but as I mentioned, I have a 4 door GTI, so this was less of a concern for me.

The main selling points were: simple design, easy to use, fit a GTI, upright moves to access hatch, etrailer video, lots of good etrailer customer reviews with pictures, and of course...price.

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Joe H.

2/20/2015

This was great. Thanks. I just bought am2015 golf and your comments helped me decide in the same configuration

by: Phillip 05/05/2018 One Year Later

2009 Smart fortwo

The Swagman XTC-2 2 bike rack has worked out GREAT on our 2009 Smart ForTwo! Of all the bike racks we have purchased in the past, this one is the best. It can accomodate any type of bike from a standard diamond frame to a recumbent. It is easy to place a women's bike on there too with the sliding stabilizer hooks that hold the bikes down. The straps on the tire mounts along with the fasteners keep the bikes from any movement. Thumbs up!! BTW, the hitch also came from etrailer.com!

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Phillip W. One Year Later

5/5/2019

This has been the best bike rack purchased yet! I like the way it is adjustable to any size bike and that it folds up when not in use on the car. No complaints here!

by: Tom A 11/07/2011

2012 Nissan Sentra

on a 2012 Nissan Sentra using the Draw Tite 24794 hitch. After the installation on that hitch, there is about 2 inches clearance between the rearmost projection of the rear bumper to the frontmost portion of the wheel carrier of the rack. It is easy to put the bikes into the rack. The trunk lid cannot be opened with the bikes mounted on the rack. The rack seems to be stable and doesn't wobble or bounce much.

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Jonp

7/31/2015

I am happy to see that you included a measurement of the width of the tire slots. The newest Mountain bikes that are just coming out are coming out with wider tires. I am looking at a Specialized mountain bike and the tires are 2.3 to 2.5 inches wide. From the pictures posted it appears that this bikes tires should still fit inside the slots?

by: Faty Joey 10/29/2012

2012 Toyota Corolla

XT. I got this one cuz they said the wheel brackets are better and it was only a little more. I'm glad I got the XTC. Can't compare to the XT since I never saw one. But I like the XTC a lot. Easy to put it together and it fits the 1.25" hitch tight and nothing moves when you drive. I had no idea Sunday when I was driving around with my mountain bike that it was even there. Quality is good. Just HEFT the thing in your hands...it is pretty heavy duty. I appreciate the attention to detail on this. Holds the bike TIGHT. I would drive across the country with this with two bikes no qualms whatsoever.

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Faty J. One Year Later

5/16/2014

Could not be happier! Love the hitch and Swagman. That Swagman is most secure bike rack in the industry. I have travelled thousands of worry free miles with it. Love the dual hitch feature so it fits both size receiver hitches. I would sorely miss it if someone made me give it up. I am thoroughly impressed with long term quality. Thing still looks and operates as new. Very happy.

by: Paul 08/03/2026

Seems to be a very high quality. Like the wheels holders and latch. Makes for a secure mount.

by: Brett T. 07/29/2014

I looked at a lot of different hitch racks, priced from $100 up to over $500 and for the price the Swagman XTC-2 hit the mark. I've been using it now for a couple of months with absolutely no problems. First trip was 1600 mile round trip from TX to KS and it performed perfectly. Bike is easy off/easy on. Rack is a bit heavy but balanced enough to make it no problem with taking off and on. Etrailer.com was great to work with and rack arrived exactly as stated.

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Brett T. One Year Later

7/29/2015

After a years use, this rack is still performing like new. No issues to report and would still recommend as a good economical choice.

by: Burgess 06/19/2017

Pontiac Trans Sport Van

This bike rack worked perfectly! Very easy installation and set-up. We have a CRV and were taking the front tires off of each mine and my husband's mountain bikes in order to transport them in the vehicle. Now we don't need to remove any tires and the bikes are sturdy and secure on this rack. We have the 29.5 plus sized tires and they fit just fine. Took it on a 3.5 hour trip on interstates and highways and experienced no issues. Great product, highly recommended.

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Burgess One Year Later

6/19/2018

Great! Still love it!

by: Scott H. 06/07/2017

I love this rack! Very sturdy and you can have it a single bike rack if so desired, which I do usually only haul one bike. I was worried the gap between the vehicle and bike would be too close but that worry was short lived. I love the ratcheting top clamp, firmly holds down the bike. Adjustability of the wheel chocks is super, I worried about my 29 inch wheels fitting but again, no worries, fit's perfectly with the adjustable sliding chocks. Simply the best rack I've owned.

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Scott H. One Year Later

6/7/2018

Super! Love my rack

by: Robert 05/21/2020

This Swagman rack does the job it’s designed for well. It’s installed with a Curt hitch and they are solid together. I see many of these racks attached to fellow bike club members. This seems to be a popular choice. I can open my trunk with a bike loaded closest to the car on my 2012 Sonata. I considered the more expensive choices available, but couldn’t justify spending the extra money. I’m pleased. Thanks etrailer.

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Robert One Year Later

5/23/2021

I love my bike rack. It’s used all the time and is holding up well.

by: Joe 11/11/2020

Nice rack and easy to put together. Feels well built. A bit challenging for loading these kind of bikes on there but it worked. The kind of bikes I am using this rack for are not like the usual ones that are previously posted. I plan on using this for my stretch custom beach cruisers also. I will post more pictures once I load those up. I only had time to do my lowrider bikes today.

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Joe One Year Later

11/12/2021

This is a great bike rack. I have had this for a year now with no problems. I would definitely recommend this bike rack

by: Walter 09/18/2019

Shipping from etrailer was fast....as usual.
Assembly and installation took less than 30 minutes including detwrini g best way to mount bikes.
The rack itself appears well constructed and holds the bikes securely.
I did add a piece of "noodle foam" as additional protection for the paint based on concerns expressed in other reviews.
I'll be ordering additional wheel straps shortly since my 2 year old Lab just ate one off the rack while writing this review......terrible 2s' I guess

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Victoria B.

9/27/2019

I also have a lovable Lab and feel your pain. The replacement straps for this bike rack are part # P308 and are sold in quantities of 1.

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by: Charlie 04/28/2012

the best hitch rack for under $200. The ratcheting frame hook and cross-car folding tube ensures a sturdy setup. Built quality was excellent and shipping was very fast.

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Tony P.

4/15/2014

is there one that is thief proof? i dont want to walk back to my car after a nice ride and my rack is gone. thanks

Patrick B.

4/15/2014

There are many bike racks available with locking systems that will deter theft, but remember that nothing is theft-proof. Swagman offers an optional locking pin for their racks, you could use the XTC-2 bike rack, part # S64670 and add the lock, part # S64029. I have added a link to all the bike racks we have that include a lock for the bikes themselves as well as a lock that secures the rack to the hitch.

by: Vicki 05/24/2017 One Year Later

I purchased the Swagman two-bike carrier, the long version, for carrying my recumbent bicycle. In the majority, the carrier works well, but I have an issue that makes the carrier almost unusable and a pain in the neck.

I do like that my Tour Easy long wheelbase recumbent bike fits, although I have to use a small wheel to keep it from sticking out too far on the sides. I used a shim at the hitch attachment to try to help with movement. I also purchased straps to attach to the car to help prevent sway. I do feel that my bike is safe when mounted on the rack. The bike will not fit inside my current vehicle and the rack is the only way I can carry it. This rack is good value for the money. It was easy to set the rack up to fit the bike and I feel confident that the bike is safe.

I did put some reflective tape on the rack as people who walked close to my car barked their shins on it and I heard a man comment that the thing should be folded up, which is not possible. I believe the tape helped and I haven't hit my shins.

The issue I have that is quite problematic is that the pins that have to be removed and replaced in order to stand the center support upright and lay it back down are not durable or are even defective. Before I could use the rack, I had to get one replaced. etrailer was not able to provide the replacement part, but did help me contact the manufacturer.

The second time I used the rack I almost could not remove one of the pins. The button was stuck and I could not sink it back in to remove it. Finally, after about 45 minutes, I was able to remove it. It is tethered to the rack and I left it hanging. Fortunately, I had another pin that fit and was able to use the rack.

I have no idea why these pins are an issue. I have never had a problem with them on other devices, even the ones that the buttons can be a little hard to push in. I hope that a pin failure doesn't happen at a critical time. I have tried to think of an alternative to the pins but have not come up with anything yet that I would feel safe entrusting my bike to. I am going to look into pins that do not have a button to see if that would be easier to use. In the photo, you can see the three pins. They have all given me fits, but it is the center one that is critical to use of the rack.

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by: Max 07/13/2026

Easy to assembly, easy to store and handle, well constructed, bijexare firmly held in place. Excellent product.

by: Terry Corr 07/23/2024

2021 Subaru Forester

I was sent additional mounting materials that don't correspond with my hitch or my bike rack. See the photo below. Are these materials for my Swagman STC2 Bike Rack Item #S64670?

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Katrina D.

8/7/2024

Huh, that is weird. It doesn't look like any hardware you should have received. Is that white piece a plain piece of plastic? Can you take a couple more pictures from some different angles? Was there a number on the packaging for this kit?

by: Joel 07/01/2025 One Year Later

This is an excellent rack for our two bikes. Very easy to adjust and the bikes are on there very securely.

Joel One Year Later

7/2/2026

This has been the best bike rack weve owned.

by: JH 10/04/2026

Affordable, functional, sensible rack. Works like it should, does what it says, but printed instructions don't 100% match what comes in the box for assembly. Follow your intuition not the diagrams. Very stable but be sure to tighten everything down very will - both the bolts that put the rack together and the bolt that secures it in the hitch.

by: George 10/14/2017

2015 Volkswagen GTI

I have a 2015 GTI and have been challenged to haul my 29er and additionally a kids 24" bike. I was looking for a rack that was form fitting not extend too far beyond the car to keep the weight closer to the car to assist the Class 1 trailer hitch i mounted.

I ended up going with the Curt C1142 Class 1 trailer hitch for the GTI and the Swagman XTC-2 bike rack. I think it was good solution for price, quality and fit for my requirements. The Rack is not heavy at all. It's very quick to put on and i leave my 29er closer to the car with the outer rails fixed for it. The other rails i put the smaller bikes further on the rack since they would be lighter. There is little movement when driving. On longer distances or with two bikes use the Curt trailer Strap and that helps in movement.

The clearance is what i was really worried about. I needed a rack that would promptly start rising upon exiting the hitch pin. The Swagman rack does just that. It immediately ramps upward to 3" at its peak giving me more clearance to avoid the virgina roadkill. I do wish that etrailer would give the profiles of the bike racks as that would been way easier than countless hours spent on the internet looking at other's pictures for a best fit for my car.

My other choice was the Kuat Transfer 2. it also has a rapid rise giving 6" maximum. However, it also extends about 12" in the back of the car which i was worried the longer run of the rack was going to have clearance issues on some driveways. In the end, the Swagman was $100 less than the Kuat transfer and i think for my purpose it's a better fit for this little car.

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by: doc Tom 09/06/2014

2010 Subaru Outback Wagon

The Swagman XTC 2 bike platform carrier was mounted on a 2010 Subaru Outback equipped with a 2" receiver. I will also use the bike carrier on a 2008 Saturn Vue. Ordering from etrailer was straight forward, shipping was fast with continuous texts from etrailer as to shipping status. Impressive. The bike rack works perfect for my wife's extended wheel base-pedal forward Townie bike and my Giant Sequoia trail bike. Bike positioning is important, but not difficult. Retaining hooks ratchet into place easily, and rubber straps secure the wheels. The anti-rattle receiver mount with threaded locking hitch pin works well. No slop there. The only concern we have is the flexing of the receiver bar. With no bikes on board and the carrier arms in the vertical positing, you can watch the minor 'dancing' of the vertical members. Put 2 bikes on the carrier and you can see a little more wobble of the bikes. I suspect the receiver arm of the carrier needs to be sturdier to eliminate this movement. When you read the warranty, you will notice Swagman will void the warranty if the bikes are carried on a 5th wheel trailer or on a vehicle that is taken off road. That tells me they know the receiver arm needs beefing up. Oh well, it works for my interstate transport. I would recommend this carrier for normal day to day transport of 2 bikes.

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by: Bernard I. 09/16/2011

bike rack that I bought along with my Curt #13147 Hitch and S64029 Locking Anti-Rattle Hitch Pin.

I am very satisfied with all. Easy assembly of the rack.

My mens bike has a Small size frame and the center bar is almost as low as a Ladies bike and its very easy to mount the bike to this rack. The only thing I added is a cable lock to deter theft.

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by: John S. 07/21/2016 One Year Later

This bike rack works exactly as described. Goes on and off the car hitch easily. Bikes attach securely. The only small feature I wish it had were a bolt that has a hole for a padlock at the end. I wonder if someone might remove rack to steal both bikes.

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When the center mast on the Curt # C18085 is folded down it measures about 10-1/2". This is from the bottom of the shank that goes into the receiver on your 2016 Ram ProMaster and was taken with the 2" adapter on. So if you have a 2" receiver just measure 10-1/2" from the bottom of your receiver opening but if you have a 1-1/4" receiver you will need to subtract about 3/4" which means you will measure 9-3/4" from the bottom of your receiver.
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Platform-Style Hitch-Mount Bike Rack for 2 Electra Townie Step-Through Frame Bikes
Your Electra Townie step-through-frame bikes pose a challenge to finding a suitable hitch-mount carrier since the bikes lack both a top frame tube and since they have fenders. These features make most carriers unsuitable since most use either the top frame tube or the front tire as the contact point for the arm that holds the bikes in place. One carrier from Thule, their EasyFold 2 Bike Rack # TH903202, includes some great features that may make it a good choice for you. It has a ramp...
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Compatibility of Curt Trailer Hitch with Swagman XTC-2 for Electric Bike Rack for 2007 Honda Accord
For your application I recommend going with the Curt 2 Bike Platform Rack - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount - Tilting # C18085 because it is compatible with a Class I hitch like the Curt Trailer Hitch # C11290 for your 2007 Honda Accord, and it has a weight capacity of 45 lbs per bike. Since the Swagman XTC-2 # S64670 that you referenced is only compatible with up to 35 lb bikes and you have a 50 lb bike then you cannot safely use this combination. When you remove the battery on your...
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Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2012 Toyota Rav4 with Covered Spare Tire
Since your spare tire is covered the best option you would have for a bike rack for your 2012 Toyota RAV4 would be a hitch mounted rack. As long as you have a hitch like the Curt Hitch part # C13149 this would be a great option. A very popular bike rack with other Rav4 owners with covered spares is the Swagman XTC-2 Bike Rack part # S64670. Check out the review video for this rack that shows it being demoed on a very similar RAV4 as yours.
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Does Curt Trailer Hitch for 2010 Nissan Cube Require Stabilizing Strap for Bike Rack
I can confirm for you that the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11202 for your 2010 Nissan Cube does require a stabilizing strap for use with a bike rack item # 18050. So you can use this rack and hitch combo on your Nissan. The Thule Doubletrack Pro XT Bike Rack # TH92BJ is a great choice for a bike rack because it offers a ton of value. It is a premium rack from a company, Thule, known for their quality but at a great price relative to other racks.
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E-Bike Rack Recommendation for Carrying 2 Blix E-Bikes
I looked up the Blix e-bikes and they weigh just under 50 lbs and have a very low crosstube which is common for e-bikes. So the Swagman XTC2 part # S64670 is a great bike rack but it does not have the weight capacity you need as it has a 35 lb per bike capacity. So for a similar rack that does have the capacity needed you'd want the part # HLY74FR which has a weight capacity of 80 lbs per bike and was designed for carrying the heavier e-bikes. I attached a review video for more info on...
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Carrying a 40 Pound Bike on a Trailer Hitch Receiver Mounted Bike Rack With a 2012 Mazda 3
The Swagman XTC-2, part # S64670, won't be able to carry a 40 pound bike. The weight maximums of the racks are very much set in stone, as the location of the weight of the bike changes the physics of the bike rack's ride and can cause damage if exceeded. Instead, I recommend the Swagman's Chinook, part # S64683. This rack adds a few features to the rack and an increased capacity to 45 pounds. Specifically over the XTC-2, it adds integrated hitch and bike locks, tilt away and fold up features...
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How to Transport 4 Bikes with 2017 Chevy Bolt EV
The hitch you mentioned # 24956 is a Class I hitch which means it has a very low weight capacity. That means it can only carry up to two bikes at a time due to the increased weight and leverage of bikes beyond the 2 bike portion of the rack. Also, Yakima does not have any bike racks compatible with Class I hitches. The most popular bike rack we carry that has been confirmed to fit this vehicle is the Thule Camber 2 part # TH9058. We asked our demo and install guys to name their favorite,...
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Will a Trunk Mount Bike Rack or Hitch Mount Bike Rack Allow For Better Rear View Camera Visibility
That is certainly a tough question to answer as it can vary from vehicle to vehicle, bike to bike, as well as where the camera is located so I am not sure I would have a good answer for you. I looked at both the Swagman XTC-2 2-Bike Platform Rack part # S64670 and the Saris Bones 2 Bike Carrier part # SA805BL. It appears that most of the time, a trunk mounted bike rack will position the bike(s) so that the center cutout section is inline with the license plate which is where the rearview...
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Bike Rack Recommendation for 2015 Toyota Prius V for Carrying Bike With Step Through Frame
The Swagman XTC2 part # S64670 that you referenced would be a great option for you. This is one of our best selling racks and it works great on the Toyota Prius like yours. The wheel straps really don't do much as the hook of the rack is what really secures the bikes to it. I attached a review video for this rack for you to check out as well on a Prius like yours. Curt requires the use of their stabilizer strap part # 18050 when using their hitch to carry a non-supported load like a bike...
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Best Trailer Hitch for Use with Bike Rack on a 2014 Chevrolet Impala LTZ
The best trailer hitch we have for your 2014 Chevrolet Impala LTZ is the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 36538 which is a custom fit and will not require any drilling. The Draw-Tite option is a Class II hitch with a 1-1/4" receiver tube opening. I like the Draw-Tite hitches as they do not require the use of an added support strap like the Curt hitches will. You can see how it installs using the attached video on a similar 2015 Chevrolet Impala. Please note that you will be limited...
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Recommended Roof Rack, Cargo Box, Bike Carrier, and Kayak Carrier for 2013 Hyundai Elantra
I recommend the Thule Aero Crossbars # TH711420, Traverse foot pack # TH480R, and Fit Kit # THKIT1695. This is an easy installation, but if you aren't comfortable doing it yourself, I recommend having a trusted mechanic install it. I've attached a video of this installation on a vehicle without the panoramic roof to give you an idea of this process. This roof rack will be compatible with kayaks, bike carriers, and cargo boxes. I recommend the Rhino-Rack J-Style Kayak Carrier - Folding...
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How to Combat Side-to-Side Wobble with the Swagman XTC # S64670 Bike Rack
Attached is a video of us going over our test course with the Swagman XTC # S64670 installed on a vehicle. If your XC has more play in it than what you see in the video (which shows normal movement) then I would make sure that you have the anti-rattle bolt installed correctly. If you have that much play then the only solution that really exists would be to use 2 of the straps # 18050 that you referenced. By connecting them from a wheel hoop on either side of the bike rack and then to the...
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Does Bike With Step Through Frame Need Bike Rack Adapter on Swagman XTC-2 Bike Rack
You will not need the Bike Frame Adapter Bar for Women's, Children's, and Alternative Frame Bikes # 64005 with the Swagman XTC-2 2-Bike Platform Rack for 1-1/4" and 2" Trailer Hitches # S64670. That adapter is normally used for hanging-style bike racks to give bikes with step-through frames a vertical mounting point. However, the XTC-2 does not require it; as you can see by the accompanying photo and review a customer sent in of this rack, they were able to use the XTC-2 with a step-through...
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Difference in Dimensions Between P313 and P333 Hitch Receiver Insert for Swagman Bike Racks
I went out to our warehouse and took some measurements for you. The # P313 Replacement Receiver Insert measures 1.31 in x 0.87 in while # P333 measures a bit smaller at 1.30 in x 0.75 in. See the attached images. # P313 is designed to replace the original insert in these Swagman hitch mounted bike racks: Swagman XC # S64650 Swagman G10 # S64682 (discontinued) Swagman Trailhead # S63360 # P333 is designed to replace the original insert in these Swagman hitch mounted bike racks: Swagman...
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Which Hitch Pin Should be Used with Swagman XTC2 When Installed in 2 inch Hitch
Which bike rack do you have specifically? Some bike racks have very specific hitch pins that need to be used with them so I'd need to first know what you have to pick out your best solution.
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Troubleshooting The Swagman XTC 2 Bike Rack With 2 Inch Hitch Adapter
If you used the adapter that came with your Swagman XTC-2 2-Bike Platform Rack for 1-1/4" and 2" Trailer Hitches # S64670, the threaded pin will work for use with or without the adapter. There is a specific way to install that adapter, so I wonder if you have it switched because one hole is bigger than the other hole on that part, so reversing it could cause the issue it sounds like you are hitting. I suggest swapping the direction of those holes and trying the pin again. If you want...
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How to Easily Load Bikes Onto Swagman S64670 XTC 2 Platform-Style Bike Rack
Swagman doesn't offer a ramp that's compatible with their # S64670 XTC2 bike rack, but I can provide you with a tip that will help make loading your bike easier. Stand the bike up so it's right next to the rack with the front wheel about two feet to the side of the end of the carrier. Apply the rear brake and walk backwards a bit while simultaneously pulling the bike up like you're popping a wheelie. Once the bottom edge of the tire sits just above the wheel hoop, pivot the front wheel...
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Bike Rack Solution for Oliver Elite II Travel Trailer
The towing capacity restrictions of the Curt ball mount part # D210 are pretty odd but basically if you were to use it with a bike rack like the XTC # S64670 you mentioned the capacity would not be reduced. I really like the Lippert Jack-It part # LC429756 for people in your situation though as it gives you a way to carry a couple bikes above the propane tanks and does not affect the towing capacity.
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2" Trailer Hitch for a 2014 Toyota Prius
Yes! The only 2" trailer hitch available for your 2014 Toyota Prius is the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7178. Not only do you benefit from the 2" receiver opening (resulting in more accessories that can be used), but you also get a really clean looking installation as the only visible part of this trailer hitch is the receiver once it is installed. If you let me know what you plan on using this trailer hitch for I can make additional recommendations as necessary. Attached...
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Will Swagman XTC2 Bike Rack Work with Bike That Has Step-Through Frame
Hey Tage, thanks for reaching out! The Swagman XTC2 # S64670 and XTC2 TILT # S64671 bike racks are able to accommodate lower step-through frames like what is sounds like you're describing. I found a photo another customer submitted in their review where you can see that the place where the arm secures the outermost bike is almost in line with the axles for the bike wheels. If you really like your current Yakima hanging-style rack then you might be able to use the Yakima Tube Top Bike...
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Best Way To Carry 4 Bikes On A 2014 Honda Accord
One of the best trailer hitch options available for your 2014 Honda Accord is our Curt Class I Round Tube Receiver Hitch part # C11681. This product features a sturdy steel square tubing design and has a maximum tongue weight rating of 200 lbs. It will fit both the coupe and sedan models with no drilling required. You may also want to consider the stabilizer strap part # 18050 to ensure a smooth ride. Although the Hollywood Racks Sport Rider part # HR1400Z is a great bike rack, a Class...
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Replacement Long Hook for a Swagman XTC2 Bike Rack
Hey Robert. The Replacement Ratcheting Hook Set for Swagman XTC and XC Series item # P186 will also replace the ones on your Swagman XTC2 item # S64670. The long hook is not available for individual resale so you'll have to purchase the item # P186. What kind of bikes do you have?
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Recommended Concealed Hitch for 2019 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid
If you're looking for a hitch that will install mostly hidden, you're looking for the EcoHitch Stealth Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" # 306-X7365, which installs behind the bumper and has a removable receiver so that you won't even notice it's there when it's not in use. This hitch has a 2" hitch receiver that's perfect for carrying bike racks, and is a confirmed fit on your 2019 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid. If you don't already have a bike rack, the Swagman XTC2 Bike...
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