Swagman Straddler Trailer-Mounted Bike Rack Carrier for A-Frame Trailers - 2" - 100 lbs
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Swagman Straddler Trailer-Mounted Bike Rack Carrier for A-Frame Trailers - 2" - 100 lbs
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Swagman RV and Camper Bike Racks - S80503
- Tongue Mount Hitch Rack
- Travel Trailer
- 2 Bikes
- Electric Bikes
- Fat Bikes
- Mountain Bikes
- Hanging Rack
- Platform Rack
- Swagman
This carrier clamps to your A-frame trailer to provide an elevated hitch for transporting any bike rack with a 2" shank. Powder coated steel rack adjusts to provide maximum clearance for your propane tanks.
Features:
- Durable rack allows you to tow a trailer while carrying your bike rack and up to 2 bikes
- Mounts on your A-frame trailer tongue
- Designed for use with any bike rack with a 2" shank
- Rotating and telescoping clamps fit A-frame trailers
- Provide clearance over propane tanks up to 30 lbs
- Mounting hardware included
- Installation requires drill with 1/4" bit
- Durable, silver powder coated steel resists corrosion
Specs:
- Capacity: 2 bikes
- Maximum weight capacity (of bike rack and bikes): 100 lbs
- Height from bottom of hitch: 29-1/2" - 35-1/2"
- Width of upright (center to center): 10-1/2" - 31"
- Weight: 32 lbs
- Limited lifetime warranty
80503 Swagman Straddler Trailer-Mounted Bike Rack Carrier for A-Frame Trailers - 2" - 100 lbs
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Customer Satisfaction Score:
88% were satisfied with this product
12% of customers were not satisfied
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- Product did not meet expectations
- Arrived Damaged
Customer Reviews
Swagman Straddler Trailer-Mounted Bike Rack Carrier for A-Frame Trailers - 2" - 100 lbs - S80503
Average Customer Rating: 4.6 out of 5 stars (25 Customer Reviews)
This carrier clamps to your A-frame trailer to provide an elevated hitch for transporting any bike rack with a 2" shank. Powder coated steel rack adjusts to provide maximum clearance for your propane tanks.by: Brian07/24/2023
Definitely requires some assembly. Make sure the trailer is level when mounting it the first time. Works well with my pop-up trailer and I am able to mount the rack facing the trailer giving me extra room between my car and trailer. I was impressed by how strong and stable it is. Only downside, it interferes with my tongue jack on my trailer and I am unable to lock into the "stored" position for driving. I have use a tie-strap to secure the jack.
by: Swampy08/22/2020
I returned this item due to clearance issues. Although it may work well with a pickup it did not offer enough room between vehicles for 2 adult bikes. Etrailer being the great company they are agreed to return this and although one person I spoke to wasn't helpful his supervisor was able to help. I purchased 2 Thule roof mount racks and am satisfied. This has been the only time I've experienced any problem with Etrailer and it was handled quickly and effectively.
by: Kyle11/28/2021
This rack puts the bikes up front, keeps the weight off the flimsy rv trailer bumper, and as a bonus keeps the bikes within. Ire of my rear view mirror
With my truck, the bike rack is over the tailgate so it's perfect. When pulling with an SUV, I have to be careful because a tight turn can cause the extreme front end of the bike rack to contact the rear window. This mostly affect u-turns and backing into a campsite.
by: Tim E02/24/2024
Works like a champ! The carriage bolts were a couple inches short but a quick trip to Lowe's and problem solved.
by: Jeff 11/18/2021
Mount looks great and was easy to install. I hope this works for me but I think it may be a little light for my application. I will be mounting one big wheel electric bike on this. Still waiting for bike mount to come. I will be maxing out the 100 lb weight limit as my bike is 80 lbs and don't have the mount yet but I am sure it will be over 20 lbs. We shall see.
by: Turtlesauce04/02/2020
Installed on a Grand design Imagine. It was fairly easy to install and it looks good. The bolts were sub standard after breaking two had to replace with stronger and one inch longer and I used thread lock nuts. The weight limit is low and is a factor when trying to find a bike rack. I found the lightest three bike rack I could find but when I installed it and put one cruiser bike on it I was within twenty pounds of the weight limit so only one bike could be carried and one lawn chair. I have a suggestion I know weight is always a factor but if the legs/post were a slightly thicker sturdier metal the weight limit could be increased to accommodate two cruiser style bikes.
by: Dave 06/11/2023
Well made. Handles the bike rack well
by: Lori 03/30/2023
etrailer is such a high class business. From the minute my order was placed, to when it was delivered, they communicated the whole way from start to end. That kind of customer service goes a long way and please know how appreciated it is. The product is no different. Great product, no issues, easy installation.
by: Terrall08/12/2021
First thing is we received the rack quicker than was expected. Thank you etrailer. Every where we looked showed it was out of stock. After calling etrailer thanks Robert, it was to us a couple days after it was ordered. The rack looks to be well built. Set up was simple. I rate this product a 5 so far on those 2 points. The only thing that needs to be change out is the 6” carriage bolts are to short. Most “A” frames are at least 2”X6” so after a trip to the hardware store for some 8” bolts the frame was buttoned up on the trailer. Now we wait a bit to load up for our next trip.
by: Ron08/10/2022
This rack works perfectly as expected. Have it on a 32 ft. TT now, previously on a 21 ft. TT.
by: John06/01/2018
Does not fit far enough back on the trailer frame. Our existing bike carrier fits way to far forward and can't be used. We're going to try a different carrier bout as of now it's useless.
by: Lori 07/24/2023
Easy to install and it looks like it will work well.
by: Douglas 08/24/2021
FITS MY TEARDROP TRAILER PERFECTLY
by: Anthony 03/02/2021
Works perfectly for what I need, I have a TAB400 with very little tongue room, and zero capability for a rear receiver hitch, this is PERFECT and works great!
by: Thomas 02/20/2021
Easy to install and very secure. Works well with my Swagman two bike carrier.
by: Keith 08/19/2021
etrailer.com is my #1 go to source for my RV and trailer needs. Once again I received great customer assistance (from Sal) in identifying the high quality product that would best fit my need at a great price. Shipping was FAST (arrived in 2 days). Excellent product, excellent customer assistance, excellent company!
by: Wayne04/17/2022
Works great with bike rack.
by: Richard 03/02/2020
Fit like a glove to my trailer Excellent product.
by: Victor05/27/2022
This worked great for us
Easy install and since we travel a great deal, this worked well with the bikes
by: Jen 12/05/2023
Great
by: Lisa 12/06/2023
by: Maril06/14/2023
by: Anthony 03/01/2023
by: Jared 05/07/2021
by: James 11/11/2021
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Jeff
11/19/2022
Still working great, I did add a brace to it just because my bike weighed so much and I didnt want it to fail. I have not had any problems with it.