Is this right for you? Product Expert Matthew S says:
Yes, if you:
Want better support for your bikes than single arm racks provide
Need extra ground clearance
No, if you:
Don't want to spend extra money for locks
Would prefer the extra bike support provided by a platform rack
This 2-bike rack is perfect for the occasional rider who wants to hit the trail with family or friends. Anti-sway cradles secure your bikes by the top tube and seat post. Tilts with bikes unloaded. 1-800-940-8924 to order Swagman hitch bike racks part number S63360 or order online at etrailer.com. Free expert support on all Swagman products. Great prices and Fastest Shipping for Swagman Trailhead Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting. Hitch Bike Racks reviews from real customers.
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Swagman Hitch Bike Racks
Hanging Rack
2 Bikes
Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
Fits 2 Inch Hitch
Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
Tilt-Away Rack
Fold-Up Rack
Frame Mount
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Class 2
Class 3
Locks Not Included
This 2-bike rack is perfect for the occasional rider who wants to hit the trail with family or friends. Anti-sway cradles secure your bikes by the top tube and seat post. Tilts with bikes unloaded.
Features:
Hanging bike rack carries 2 bikes using your vehicle's hitch receiver
Anti-sway cradles with soft rubber straps secure bikes by the top tube and seat post
Reduce bike-to-bike contact and help prevent scratches and scuffs
Pull pins allow rack to tilt and arms to fold
Mast tilts down without bikes loaded to access cargo area
Anti-rattle hitch pin reduces movement of rack in hitch receiver
Removable adapter sleeve converts the rack for use with 1-1/4" hitches
Hitch lock and cable lock (sold separately) deter theft of your bikes and the rack
Frame adapter bar (sold separately) required for bikes without a straight, horizontal top tube
Black powder coated steel construction is rust resistant
Specs:
Application: 1-1/4" x 1-1/4" (Class II) and 2" x 2" trailer hitch receivers
Carrying capacity: 2 bikes
Weight capacity: 35 lbs per bike
Distance between rack arms (outside to outside): 13-7/8"
Distance from the center of the hitch pin hole to:
Closest edge of carrier: 12-1/8"
Farthest edge of carrier: 29-1/2"
Shank rise: 3"
Carrier weight: 25 lbs
Limited lifetime warranty
Dual Folding Arms with Anti-Sway Cradles
The Swagman Trailhead has dual folding arms that provide excellent support for your bikes. They slope up to provide ground clearance for steep driveways and bumpy roads.
To fold the arms down, remove the pull pin at the top of the mast. This leaves a smaller footprint, so you can keep the rack on your vehicle to park in your garage. And when stored in this configuration, it doesn't take up as much space in your garage.
Anti-sway cradles with rubber straps hold your bikes firmly in place. Each set of cradles has three straps that secure your bike along the top tube and one that secures the seat post or downtube. This multi-point contact helps keep your bikes from rocking back and forth, reducing bike-to-bike contact. The soft rubber cradles rotate around the rack's arms to accommodate bikes of different styles and shapes.
Easy Tilting for Cargo Area Access
The rack tilts down without your bikes loaded. This means you won't have to remove the whole rack to access your cargo area for grocery runs and other errands.
To tilt the rack down, pull out the pin at the base of the rack and lower the mast. When you're ready to go, lift the mast up and re-insert the pin.
Threaded Hitch Pin and Hitch Adapter
A threaded hitch pin is included to help eliminate rattle in the hitch receiver during transport. To tighten the pin in your hitch, use a 5/8" wrench (not included). A clip is also included to keep the pin in place.
You can install the rack in a 1-1/4" hitch or in a 2" hitch. To use it in a 1-1/4" hitch, simply remove the adapter with the included Allen key.
Available Security and Adapter Bar
An anti-rattle hitch lock and cable lock (sold separately) are available to secure the rack to your vehicle and your bikes to the rack.
If you have a women's bike, kid's bike, or any other bike without a straight, horizontal top tube, you will need an adapter bar (sold separately) to properly mount your bike. The bar fits between the seat post and handlebar stem post of your bike to create a top tube so your bike hangs level on the rack.
63360 Swagman Trailhead 2 Bike Carrier for 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting
Swagman Trailhead Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting - S63360
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (523 Customer Reviews)
This 2-bike rack is perfect for the occasional rider who wants to hit the trail with family or friends. Anti-sway cradles secure your bikes by the top tube and seat post. Tilts with bikes unloaded.
by: Mark04/23/2021
etrailer has the best pre- and post-sales customer service I've ever seen! I started out not knowing anything about hitch-mounted racks. So I wrote to etrailer telling them about my car and type of hitch I was about to have installed. Samuel wrote back with lots of great information tailored specifically to my car. He even included a photo that looked just like my 2017 white VW GTI with a hitch and rack installed. Okay something of a coincidence. But the rest of the assistance I got from the crew at etrailer was just as prophetic. I went into this a novice and came out knowing lots more about hitches and racks and finding the rack best suited to my situation. I have a small car, a class 1 hitch and a heavy mountain bike. I got exactly what I needed. As to the Swagman rack itself, it works fine. If I had a different situation I would probably buy a platform rack as they are easier to load. There's no reason to buy a bike rack anywhere else.1020220
It’s worked out fine. It’s easy to put on and off your car, too. That’s especially handy if you live somewhere, like I do, with widely variable weather.
Mark - 04/24/2022
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by: Russell07/14/2022
This rack is easy to put on and take off as needed. It hold bikes firmly and the additional cable locking system keeps everything secure. Also,it's easy to add a U-Lock for added security.1327608
First off, thanks to Jason T. or "Troop". The exemplary customer service he provided is rare these days. Troop made several calls to the various manufacturers to ascertain which bike rack would afford me the most ground clearance as my new VW Golf sits low to the ground and my old bike rack frequently scraped the ground when I went up even a slight up hill grade. His efforts paid off as he found me the best bike rack for my car, the Swagman Trailhead 2 Bike Carrier. It sits up off the ground just high enough that it doesn't scrape on my driveway. It is also sturdy and holds my bikes securely. And, the delivery was amazingly fast. I had my rack in about 2 days! Note to Troop, see my Pittsburgh Pirates Logo on my bumper in the attached pictures? Pirate Fans persevere! The Bucco's will be coming after your Cardinals this year! Thanks again Troop! 80677
Still happy with the Swagman rack. It is easy to put on and take off and can be done in minutes.
AlleyCat - 05/25/2014
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by: John02/28/2018
Suddenly found myself in the market for a bike rack to hold two bikes for my 2005 Jeep Rubicon TJ. I wanted to use my tow hitch and after some exhaustive internet searching, I came across the Swagman Trailhead 2 Bike Rack. I made a call and spoke to a nice gentleman who was knowledgeable and in the end I made the purchase. Free shipping to Florida and it arrived about four days later. Installed today and it was as simple as the instructions said. The rack appears well made, sturdy construction and the finish blends well with my jeep. I also liked the price.
I have two CONs; the first is there doesn't appear to be any way to secure the rack with a lock to our two hitch. Perhaps if I got a lock with a very slim hasp, but I think that would defeat the purchase. Second, I don't think this rack is really made for use if you have a cover on your spare tire. For me, the back side V was pressing hard against my tire cover. I'm pretty sure after an hour drive this V would have worn a hole in the cover, so I took it off. Aside from these two cons, I would recommend the rack to my friends. 479810
There is a hitch/cable lock combo available for your Swagman Trailhead bike rack, it is part # S64031 Anti-Rattle Hitch Lock and Cable for Swagman Bike Racks w/ 1-1/4" & Combo Shanks - 7' $55.00.
Flawless - quiet - secure - easy - convenient. Winner!
I just completed a 1624 mile road trip/move from DC to Austin TX with the Swagman bike rack on a 2010 Honda Fit. This rack felt kind of heavy, but did a great job - no noise, no vibration, and the deep saddles and straps made me feel very secure.
Love the saddle design. Wrap one strap around the seat tube and one around the top tube on one end, and two around the top tube on the other. I used a bungy cord to keep the front wheel in line with the frame. Very secure, noise-free.
The swing-down design came in very handy when accessing the hatch. I hadn't considered this important when I bought it, but it is a nice feature, especially given the weight of the rack. Nicer to keep it in the hitch and swing it down to get in the back.
Also, note how the rack rises up from the hitch receiver. This gave me plenty of ground clearance. I had that little Honda way loaded and the rack never bottomed out or scraped when entering driveways, parking lots, or up ramps.
This was the right blend of features, cost and quality for my use. I'm not sure what more I could have wanted!
I purchased the Swagman Trailhead 2 bike rack for mounting 2 bikes on my motorhome because i liked the fact that it rose up from the hitch so it would not drag on the ground at high center situations. it was difficult to get the ladies bike to mount so i added the Swagman Deluxe Bar Adapter. This helped mount the ladies bike but it still took some figuring out on how to get it to mount the bike efficiently. The rack mounts to the 2" receiver OK, but i still am not a fan of the 1 1/4" bar with the added metal to make it fit the 2" hitch. i couldn't find any hitch mount bike rack with a true 2" receiver insert which angled up like this rack so i will make the best of it. It seems pretty sturdy and fairly steady. Please note...It is real important to tighten the receiver pin/bolt because that is all that keeps the rack from rattling back and forth. One other thing which could improve this bike rack for storage (when not on the vehicle)is to have the lower section fold in without having to remove the bolt each time.I would recommend this product but, in the future there could be some improvements to make it even better.547585
This bike rack came two days after ordering. Etrailer continues to astound me with their service. I love their website as well. Very helpful. The Swagman bike rack was the third that I had tried (not from etrailer). When I looked at the video at etrailer for the Swagman rack, it looked like a good design and fit for my vehicle. I liked the "one bolt assembly" feature. After I installed it with the Swagman bike rack lock I couldn't wait to put bikes on. They installed easily. The straps hold the bikes very securely. There is next to no wobble when installed with the locking bolt and the anti-wobble knob tightened. I am happy to recommend this bike rack. 228584
I love the bike rack it sets up quick. The bikes go on the rack very easily. The only complaint I have about the rack is that there is no pad on the bar where the bikes lean against. The bikes will hit against the horizontal bar when driving.652644
bike rack received very promptly. all parts were present. assemblied very easily. used 6 times in past year with no problems except i misplaced the pin between the rack and the vehicle carrier which etrailer identified easily and could provide the replacement promptly. very good overall experience!1333282
by: Dave W.03/13/2017
I was presently surprised with the quality of this carrier. It took me about 5 min from removing from the box to completely installing on my truck. I wanted a carrier that would be quick and easy to put on and take off and this one does just that. I will be using this only on the weekends for now so it will be removed when not in use. I'm using with a 2" hitch and there is no movement or wobble at all. Great price for a great product.352059
Still doing its job just like it did when it was new. Very well made.
Dave W - 03/13/2018
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by: Elizabeth A07/03/2017
I was excited to learn they make a bike rack & hitch for my 2013 vw beetle convertible . We went on a two hour road trip with two 26" mtn bikes and had no problems .. Stable and secure Looking forward to heading to the beach with my bike & my bug . :)401415
after much research and great help from customer service at etrailer this was the only bike rack we could find for a 2 in receiver that had enough clearance for the over size spare tire on the wrangler and its able to be tilted down and could hold 2 bikes
its very sturdy and would buy another one if I had the need for one 338774
Not as simple to use as some of the fancier (more expensive) ones, since you have to pull the bottom pin in order to swing it down if you want to open the back hatch on the car (I have a Toyota RAV4). But it works just as expected, easy to put on and take off the bikes.1343611
by: Shane M09/01/2017
Besides the awesome "Swagman" name, I feel confident towing two bikes off the back of my Rav4 through our upcoming North American Roadtrip. Installation was easy, however I would have liked if the rack folded down more in order to be able to open the back door of a 2005 Rav4 without removing the rack. Other than that, really like the product!427618
Only been one day but so far I am very pleased with the rack. Easy to install and bike fits easily. I do like the straps as the are heavy duty rubber and gold the bike right. I will use one bungee cord strung through the frame to the bottom of the rack to prevent the slight sway. The only issue is there is a bit of up/down movement at the hitch782095
Came Just in time to pick up my bicycle from the cycle shop. Now, is it any good? I think it is the best value on the market, I always check E-trailer after I have done my searching for a product. Then ETrailer usually beats them out with great products and fast shipping too. This bike rack is loaded with features and does a great job.522264
This a great bike rack for a really terrific price. I use the 2” receiver for my vehicle’ and with the 1 1/4 adapter I was able to some riding with a friend using his smaller reciever. The bungees used for securing the bike frame are stout. Plenty of ground clearance, and the rack swings far enough back for access to my SUV.1235738
by: Vincent 01/30/2022
Once you get the hang of folding it up and breaking it in so pins move easy, this rack is great. Sturdy and rubber straps make it easy to secure and remove bikes.1255478
by: Darren04/05/2022
The straps are easy to put on and stay very tight. It is hard to get the plastic holders trough the cross bar of our bikes (we use the adaptors to keep bikes horizontal). This may be just our particular bikes but it is a pain.1282263
by: Norm P03/04/2020
Over the past year I’ve used the hitch extensively. Even after taking it on and off repeatedly, it has held up remarkably well. The only slight flaw is one of the cable wires that holds the clamp for the bolt disconnected. It’s a very minor issue that doesn’t effect the functioning of the hitch. 762987
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My bike hitch is still going strong. During this crazy time of COVID I’ve done more year round biking and the hitch carries my fat tire bike really well.
Norm P - 03/05/2021
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by: Deena08/22/2014
Bike rack fits securely to car. No bike sway. It's a bit cumbersome to get used to installing and loading bike compared to the more expensive models. Had to use straps to secure bike wheels from moving and turning. Otherwise a great rack and reasonable price. 148026
Well built, good price, very sturdy with little movement when hitch pin bolt is used instead regular pin. Boys bikes fit best wife's bike is a little harder to load but that is bike frame design. Would recommend to anyone and customer service is second to none.162413
Sturdy, stable, holds bikes securely and reasonably priced. Easy to hang bikes on rack and secure them. Rack is easy to mount on vehicle and does not rattle. I haven't found anything not to like about this bike rack. 286199
Good quality , fit perfectly. Etrailer shipped and delivered as promised. Highly recommend.941417
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Hitch and Bike rack Work well. Both Still look new, and are easy to use. Highly recommend either.
Paul - 01/24/2022
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by: Dave L.06/19/2017
Was exactly what I was looking for. Having the Mini Cooper Clubman 2016, finding a rack that allows the rear barn doors to open was a game stopper. My new rack allows this to happen and looks great as well. 396216
Actually the Swagman Trailhead 2 Bike Carrier # S63360 fits BOTH 1-1/4-inch and 2-inch trailer hitch receivers thanks to its included 2-piece adapter sleeve. This is a great feature for households with multiple vehicle that may not use the same size of hitch. view full answer...
Yes, the Swagman Trailhead 2 Bike Rack, # S63360, comes with an anti-rattle, threaded hitch pin and clip which will secure the rack to your trailer hitch.
I have attached a short video for you. view full answer...
For the hitches we offer that are designed to fit a 2011 Jetta SportWagen, the distance from the center of the hitch pin hole to the back of the rear bumper is about 5 inches. You will want to make sure any bike carrier you choose has enough clearance. I have attached a help article that explains how to take the measurement.
The Swagman Trailhead 2 Bike Rack, part # S63360 has a distance of 11 inches from the center of the hitch pin hole on the shank to the back of the upright bar on... view full answer...
I spoke with my contact at Swagman and she informed that the size Allen wrench needed to remove the 2 inch adapter is 6 millimeter.
We have heard that the pin for the arms can be a bit difficult to install at first. What other customers had success doing was use a hammer to help get it to install the first few times and then it should clearance itself and work easier. view full answer...
I spoke with my contact at Swagman and she informed that the size Allen wrench needed to remove the 2 inch adapter is 6 millimeter.
I attached installation instructions for this product for you to check out also. view full answer...
The Swagman Trailhead 2 Bike Carrier, part # S63360, includes a two-piece adapter that installs over the shank to convert your bike rack for use on 2-inch hitch receivers. Check out the included picture that will show the adapter to change the 1-1/4 inch shank to fit a 2-inch hitch.
I am also including a link to the installation instructions that will show you the two-piece adapter and how it installs on the bike rack.
This bike rack is one of our best sellers and if you look at the customer... view full answer...
The Trailhead # S63360 can be tilted back away from the rear of your Vue to about a 40 degree angle, or the stop can be removed allowing the rack to tilt all the way back to the ground, so hatch clearance should not be a problem, but keep in mind that the bikes should be removed before tilting the rack.
You can use the dual hitch extension you have shown, as long as the weight of the rack and the bikes hung on it plus the tongue weight of the trailer does not exceed:
the tongue weight... view full answer...
There is a good possibility that the Swagman Trailhead, # S63360, will clear the spare tire on your 2007 Hummer H3 as this rack has a fair amount of clearance. From the center of the hitch pin hole to the back of the upright bar, the distance is 14-1/2 inches.
You will need to measure the distance from the center of the hitch pin hole on your H3 out to the distance required to clear the spare tire. If this distance is less than 14-1/2 inches, the rack will fit. I have included a link... view full answer...
The distance from the center of the hitch pin out to the furthest point of your spare tire will be 7 inches. Check out the hitch installation video I attached that shows this measurement at the 1:30 mark of the video.
The Swagman Trailhead 2 Bike Carrier # S63360 that you referenced has a distance of 14-1/2 inches from the center of the hitch pin to the nearest upright bar of the rack. So you should have a distance of 7-1/2 inches of clearance.
I attached installation instructions for... view full answer...
The Swagman Trailhead Bike Rack, # S63360, will fit in the 1-1/4 inch receiver on your 2004 Toyota Corolla. It should be a good secure fit because it comes with an anti-rattle, thread hitch pin and, when tightened, pulls the shank of the bike rack tight to one side of the hitch. I have included a link to the installation details for this rack for you. view full answer...
The Swagman Trailhead 2 Bike Trailer Hitch Mount Bike Rack, # S63360, measures 36 inches tall from the top of the shank that fits in the receiver to the bottom of the arms. I have made a picture that shows the dimension for you. The ends of the arms are a little higher, approximately 3 inches from the bottom of the arms at the upright post. view full answer...
I believe I have something that would work for you, but I spoke to my contact at Swagman and he informed me that this TrailHead Rack # S63360 would most likely interfere with you opening the tailgate of your Toyota Tacoma. But since it has never been tested on your vehicle (as far as we know) we cannot say with 100% certainty if it will or not.
What I can guarantee will work for you would be a bike rack that swings away giving you complete access to your tailgate. Check out the Thule Vertex... view full answer...
The weight capacity for the Swagman Trailhead 2 Bike Carrier, # S63360, is 35 lbs per bike or a total weight capacity of 70 lbs.
Swagman also offers a Locking Anti-Rattle, Threaded Hitch Pin, # S64029, that provides added security while you are away from your bike rack and vehicle. view full answer...
The Swagman Trailhead part # S63360 has the larger rise at 3 inches over the # 63120 which has 2 inches.
The Trailhead also has about two inches of straight shank directly out of the hitch opening before starting to angle upward. It's the ground clearance winner for sure. view full answer...
No, you should not loosen the bolt of the Swagman Trailhead 2 Bike Rack # S63360 to unfold the arms.
What you need to do is pull the pin on top entirely out of the rack, which will allow you to move the arms until they are at a 90 degree angle. After that, put the pin back and the arms will stay in place. view full answer...
I checked with Swagman and found that the Trailhead bike rack # S63360 measures 40 inches from the top of the mast to where it connects to the shank. The shank rise is 3 inches measured from the top of the receiver. That is a total of 43 inches from the top of the receiver opening on the hitch to the top of the mast. I made a picture to illustrate this for you. This bike rack will be a great fit for your 2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen. view full answer...
The Swagman Trailhead bike rack part # S63360 has a distance of 13-7/8 inches between the arms that hold the bikes when measured from outside to outside and the frame cradles are adjustable. view full answer...
The bike rack I recommend for your 2002 Nissan Sentra is the Swagman Trailhead 2 Bike Rack, part # S63360. I like this rack a bit more than the # S63400 because it has heavy duty cradles and also features a 3 inch rise in the shank, which may give you a little more ground clearance at the back of your Sentra.
Both racks have a tilting feature which allow you access to the rear cargo area of your vehicle, and both racks will fit a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening and a 2 inch receiver with... view full answer...
To determine if the Swagman Trailhead 2 Bike Rack # S63360 that you referenced would clear the rear spare of your 1997 Jeep Wrangler you would need to take one simple measurement. You would need to measure from the center of the hitch pin hole to the furthest point out on the rear spare.
If that distance is less than 11 inches this rack would fit and work well for you.
For a locking hitch pin you would want the part # S64029. view full answer...
Yes, the Anti-rattle hitch lock and cable, # S64031, is compatible with a 2 inch trailer hitch and the Trailhead bike rack, # S63360. You would use the adapter sleeve on the bike rack for a 2 inch hitch and the pin would install through the receiver and rack. It is a threaded pin so it will need to be tightened with a wrench. I have included a link to the installation details for the bike rack for reference. view full answer...
Yes, the Swagman Trailhead, item # S63360, will work nicely on your 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. Another recommendation I have for your Tahoe would be the Swagman XC2 Wheel Mount Bike Rack, item # S64650, which is just a few dollars more and holds the bikes very securely and loads very easily. This bike rack also protects the bikes and vehicle from damage caused by rubbing together and sway at start and stops. view full answer...
In order to determine if the Swagman Trailhead 3 Bike Carrier, # S63365, will clear the spare tire on your 1997 Honda CR-V, you will need to take an important measurement. Measure from the center of the hitch pin hole to the furthest out part of the spare tire. If this measurement is less than 13 inches, the rack will work.
However, I spoke with my contact at Swagman and they stated that they are switching makers of components for the rack and the specifications might change.
If you... view full answer...
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