This hitch bike rack makes it easy to take 2 fat tire bikes to the trail. Ratcheting hooks hold bikes securely by the frame and lock to deter theft. Wheel hoops adjust for different wheelbases. Anti-rattle system reduces wobble and sway.
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The Sport Rider SE2 platform-style hitch bike rack makes it simple to carry 2 fat bikes on the rear of your vehicle. This versatile rack is easy to use, and it features locking frame hooks and wheel hoops specifically designed for fat tire bikes, so you can quickly load and unload your bikes. An anti-rattle system tightens the rack's shank to your hitch receiver to prevent it from rattling around inside the tube.
Locking, Ratcheting Hooks
The Sport Rider SE2 uses locking frame hooks to secure your bikes. The ratcheting, cushioned hooks easily adjust along the vertical mast and lock securely in place. The release buttons allow each hook to slide up the ratcheting arm for bike removal. The hooks function independently, which means you can position them to carry bikes of different heights.
Adjustable Wheel Holders
The wheel hoops are wider than standard cradles and will hold tires up to 5" wide. These hoops accommodate bicycles with wheelbases up to 60" by sliding along the horizontal arms. They are secured in place with easy-to-use hand knobs, and the Velcro-like hook-and-loop straps fasten the wheels to the hoops.
The rack also comes with 2 sets of standard-size cradles, giving you the option of carrying 2 fat bikes, 2 standard bikes, or 1 of each.
Folding, Tilting Design
The rack tilts, with or without bikes loaded, for easy access to your vehicle's rear cargo area. Simply remove the pivot pin, pull the bottom quick-release spring pin, and lower the rack.
The rack also folds up against the back of your vehicle when it's not in use. To raise the rack, just pull the upper quick-release spring pin and lift.
Tool-Free Installation with Anti-Rattle System
The rack installs in your hitch without the need for tools. Simply slide the shank into your receiver until the welded stop plate contacts the hitch. The stop plate saves you from getting on your hands and knees to align the pin holes while inserting the hitch pin. Once the pin is in place, attach the lock pod. Lastly, use the integrated anti-wobble handle on the front of the shank to tighten the rack inside your hitch receiver and prevent it from rattling.
Complete Security for Bikes and Rack
The Sport Rider comes with locks for both the rack and your bikes to deter theft. The lock cores in the frame hooks hold the bike down on the rack and prevent them from moving. Also, the lock pod attaches to the hitch pin to secure the rack to your vehicle. These locks are conveniently keyed alike. For extra protection, the 8' long security cable wraps through the bike frames, connects to the hitch pin, and is secured to the pin by the hitch lock.
Add-On Adapters
The Sport Rider SE2 is expandable and adaptable. If you want to carry 4 bikes, a two-bike add-on accessory (sold separately) is available.
If you want to carry both 2 bikes and extra gear, an add-on cargo basket (sold separately) is available.
If you want to use the rack to transport a kid's bike with 16" or 18" wheels, wheel hoop adapters (sold separately) are available.
If you want to transport 1 recumbent delta trike or 1 recumbent tadpole-style trike with the Sport Rider SE2, you can use the HRTRK-ADP adapter (sold separately). Or if you want to transport 1 standard bike and either 1 recumbent delta trike, 1 recumbent tadpole-style trike, or 1 adult trike, then you can use the HRTRK-ADP-2 adapter (sold separately).
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (1153 Customer Reviews)
This hitch bike rack makes it easy to take 2 fat tire bikes to the trail. Ratcheting hooks hold bikes securely by the frame and lock to deter theft. Wheel hoops adjust for different wheelbases. Anti-rattle system reduces wobble and sway.My Hollywood ebike carrier arrived the day before yesterday and since it was too hot for me to be outside yesterday, I decided to try to tackle the thing all by myself.  Just for reference sake, I am 57 years old, 5' 2", 115 lbs and have had multiple sclerosis since I was 14 years old.  I used to be one strong little girl, but not so much anymore. We purchased an Radwagon for me to get more exercise safely and then hubby got a Radrover.
But transporting them wasn't going to be easy. I assembled this on the trailer hitch because I knew it would be too heavy for me to handle assembled. I not only got it assembled, I loaded our bikes!  It took about all I have, so this will not be a common occurrence for me, but I CAN do it!
The bike rack is perfect for our need and etrailer was great getting us the bike rack in a timely manner. They recieved our order from there suppliers and shipped it to us the same day. Ups delivered our order 2 days later. I couldn't ask for better service. Great!!!
Great Product, Heavy Duty, easy installation!
I added brackets to the ends to allow for Break and Running lights, as the bikes will be covered, blocking the Vehicle. Uncovered Bikes work well with out additional lights.
After looking at many bike carriers & getting totally confused I.called Adam at e trailers he was very helpful & fixed me up with the exact carrier for my tow behind trailer this bike rack is very well built & will carry my wife's & my e bikes with no problems or worries going down the road if I was to change anything the Velcro straps that go around the tires & wheels need to be about 3 or 4 inches longer not a big deal but would make this rack a 6 star rack instead of a 5 star if ever confused about which one to purchase with so many on the market call Adam before you buy
Great rack, it included both regular and fat tire holders which is nice. Shipped fast and they have the best price around.
The few times I have used this bike rack it did fine. My only complaint is that you can't engage the top arms tight to the bike and have to use some kind of fastener to keep them from rattling back and forth.
Took about an hour to put it together, I'm impressed with this rack, it came with a set of 3" and 5" wheel racks which will work for my fat tire bike. and my wife's Mtn bike. well made.
Review from a similar Sport Rider SE in Hitch Bike Racks
THIS RACK SAVED OUR e-BIKES FROM GETTING STOLEN!
The would-be thieves cut the cable that I used to secure the bikes together but they couldn't release the locking hooks on the bike rack to be able to remove the bikes. The straps holding the wheels to the brackets were cut, but they really aren't necessary for holding the bikes on the rack anyway.
This rack is so simple to use and has performed flawlessly every time.
We've used it on quite a few trips, one of them was over 5800 miles in 3 weeks! 100% worth the price!
Review from a similar Sport Rider SE in Hitch Bike Racks
I am very pleased with this rack. As you see in the picture I only assembled the 2 bike option. We bought the 4 bike option to be able to carry the grandkid's bikes when needed. This rack easily accomodated my Surly Big Dummy (60" wheelbase) and my wife's Xtracycle RFA electric bike. The only drawback is that it is a little bit clumsy to get the back bicycle onto the rack. Hopefully I will get the hang of it. The Rack is extremely stable. The hitch tightner works fabulous!
Review from a similar Sport Rider SE in Hitch Bike Racks
Nice heavy duty bike rack. We have two Aventon sinch ebikes. 20 inch fat tire bikes. Fits on Toyota rav 4 very nicely. Rack was easy to assemble and is easy to use.
Review from a similar Sport Rider SE in Hitch Bike Racks
We bought this rack to accommodate two Himiway e-bikes. E-bikes are heavier than regular bikes, so we needed a sturdy bike rack that could handle the added weight. This rack does not disappoint. It’s very well designed, very well constructed and very easy to use. I would definitely recommend it!
Review from a similar Sport Rider SE in Hitch Bike Racks
Great bike rack , exactly what I was looking for to carry an e bike and a regular mountain bike behind my RV , the tightening feature on the hitch is simple but great , no rattle ! Easy to assemble and adjustments make it very easy for any bike , The locks for the hitch pin and bikes are a great addition . Well worth the money , Quality product .
Review from a similar Sport Rider SE in Hitch Bike Racks
Just received my rack and assembled it. I had a small issue with the bolt of the second rack but got it through eventually with a little hammering. Loaded all four bikes on the rack today and took it for a test drive. Very strong and steady. It looks really nice and so far I like it.
Review from a similar Sport Rider SE in Hitch Bike Racks
Easy to use and so versatile. A little heavy but best rack for hitch mount. Worthwhile investment.
Review from a similar Sport Rider SE in Hitch Bike Racks
I was surprised with how soon the rack arrived after I ordered it. Odelia was very helpful in placing my order and followed up with a couple of emails.
The rack was packaged very nicely. Assembly was easy. My only nit was labeling of the front & back of the rack in the instructions was confusing. The back of the rack should be farthest from the vehicle and the front closest to the vehicle. Otherwise the assembly instructions were clear and assembly was smooth. I’m using this rack with a 41 pound e-bike.
I’ve driven it around the neighborhood and I can’t wait until the COVID emergency is over to take a road trip with my bike using the rack.
Review from a similar Sport Rider SE in Hitch Bike Racks
This rack has all the bells and whistles of a much more expensive rack at a significantly better price. My 14 year old son put it together easily from the pictures (I had a harder time following the instructions) but between the two of us it didn’t take more than 30 minutes. It is super solid, holds the bikes very securely, and I love the built in locks for each bike, which you pay a lot more for with other brands. It’s just really solid and well designed. The photo shows the 2 rack configuration on my 2018 Honda Pilot. The rear door is able to open without having to put the rack down. My son and I are exploring the great mountain biking around Fort Collins and it’s great to have the bikes on in a minute and go. Thanks Noah for making this suggestion!
Review from a similar Sport Rider SE in Hitch Bike Racks
Such a fabulous bike rack!! The rack is simple to mount onto the van’s hitch. It’s easy to add or take off the outer rack either before or after putting it on the hitch. The two part design is a great feature for taking a bike to the shop for repair, for when it’s just the two of us, or we can quickly add the second half for two more bikes. It folds up against the back of the van easily and securely. When needed it holds four adult bikes without any problems. Bikes are SO enjoyable to load onto this rack - way better than racks that support the bike by the frame. I have a Y frame bike so it was always challenging to load it onto a traditional rack. The tire supports move to accommodate any size bike. Bikes that have the lower frame get mounted closer to the vehicle for each section of the rack. The rack is stable when driving, even when fully loaded. The locking feature is nice, especially for when we’re away from home and the bikes stay on the rack overnight. Be careful when lifting as the rack itself is heavy.
Review from a similar Sport Rider SE in Hitch Bike Racks
Was a little concerned when I tried to pick up the shipping box and felt the substantial weight, but realized that to have a sturdy and stable rack, the materials have to be heavy. The assembly and adjustment process was easy and our bikes fit perfectly. The fold back feature allowed the hatchback to open fully with bikes attached. Took our Lexus RX out for a test drive over some bumpy roads and speed bumps and everything was rock steady. Excellent product! Very happy! Highly recommended!
Review from a similar Sport Rider SE in Hitch Bike Racks
I’ve owned this bike rack for over a year and I’m quite happy with it. One of the main reasons I bought it was due to the price, modular build and security. This bike rack holds four bikes and was equal in price (May 2021) to high end brand racks that hold two bikes. You can either install the single rack that holds two bikes, add on a rack for an additional two bikes or add on the cargo carrier. If you only need to mount one bike, you don’t need a huge four bike rack. The arms that clamp onto the top tube lock so there’s no way someone can lift the bike off the rack. Then you can also install the locking cable which reaches through all 8 wheels of four bikes so no one can steal the wheels. The hitch pin comes with a lock as well. This setup is very secure and sturdy.
Things I don’t necessarily like include the lack of security for the additional bike rack and cargo carrier. They would require locking pins to prevent theft. Although the parts are sturdy, they are quite heavy. I’ve learned that with four bikes on the rack, rear turn signals and brake lights are almost impossible to see on a 2017 Ford Escape. That’s a bit dangerous, but probably unavoidable regardless of rack. Also, mounting four bikes can be a bit tricky and require some finagling.
I’m super happy with this purchase and would recommend it if you’re looking to buy a four bike rack without spending a fortune (but also avoiding cheap, flimsy racks) and value security.
Review from a similar Sport Rider SE in Hitch Bike Racks
The rack was packaged very nicely so no shipping damage. Instructions to put together and install were easy to follow. Had it on my hitch and ready to go in about 30-45 minutes. Because this item was on back order for a while, Teresa J kept me informed of the status and was super helpful. Excellent customer service.
I have purchased other items from etrailer.com and have been 100% satisfied each time.
Review from a similar Sport Rider SE in Hitch Bike Racks
I've been using a Yakima RidgeBack 4-Bike for many years however I needed to find a bike rack that would transport my wife's new Trek Verve +2 Lowstep E-Bike. Since it is a Step-through and weighs 52 lbs. with the battery, I was uncomfortable hanging the bike off the RidgeBack. I typically only transport 2 bikes however occasionally need to pack up 3 or 4 bikes. After much research, I decided on the Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE4. I loved the fact that I could take off the extension and make it a two back rack and appreciated the price. I was however concerned the E-Bike might be too heavy as the specifications note a 50 lb. per bike limit so I reached out directly to Hollywood Bikes. I asked if they thought it'd be alright to place the E-Bike closest to the vehicle with the battery removed. I heard back from them within 24 hours and they agreed, with the battery removed it would be fine. I ordered the SE4 on Monday morning and it arrived Thursday. It was well packaged and easy to assemble using the instructions. I had absolutely no issues and it went together perfectly. The rack is of very good quality and sturdy even when loaded up. I really like that the bikes can be locked down and everything, including the supplied cable is keyed alike. I was able set it up for only 3 bikes as that is all we're taking to Florida next week. I'll follow up after our trip.
Review from a similar Sport Rider SE in Hitch Bike Racks
Ordered it and had it at my house within a week, instructions were clear and easy to follow, and so far it’s a perfect fit for what I needed it for!!
Review from a similar Sport Rider SE in Hitch Bike Racks
This bike rack is second to none especially in this price range. I MHO I think this item is superior to many other brands out there and I’m referring to the well known brands as well. I was impressed with the way it was packaged from the factory and by etrailer. The instructions were clear and it assembled easily. I took my time and probably completed it in under an hour. I didn’t think to take pics with the bikes on the rack but I wanted people with Jeep Wranglers to see how this looks. Notice that I also have a Yakima Back Swing on the Jeep as well. I’ve purchased things from etrailer in the past and can speak of the quality of the products they sell and of course the customer service.
Review from a similar Sport Rider SE in Hitch Bike Racks
Adam E was our salesman and he was extremely helpful. I explained to him the types of bicycles we had and that it needed to be mounted on a motor home and he directed me to this rack. The price was good and the rack arrived in less than a week. It is very sturdy. Haven't used it yet but would certainly deal with this company again. Our only concern is the full visibility of the tail lights and the license tag and may become worse once we put a cover on the bicycles but that has nothing to do with the rack.
Review from a similar Sport Rider SE in Hitch Bike Racks
The Rack is great for hauling my RadWagon and my wife's RadRunner Plus. This was one of the few racks available that couldhandle the size nd weight of the Radwagon. I was very glad to be able to take it along to the beach and am looking forwad to doin so again this summer. I did get the small wheel adapter to use with the Radrunner to protect the bike. I also use a frame adapter bar for more stabilty as both bikes are stepthru designs.
My only complaint is the the lock on the locking cable that was included with the rack no longer functions. When I insert the key it will not turn to lock the lock. Fortunately it stopped working while unlocked.
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