Trailer Hitch Receiver and Bike Rack for Use on 2007 Jayco Jay Feather 19H Trailer  

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The best hitch type for your 2007 Jayco Jay Feather 19H Trailer will depend on its construction, specifically its bumper. I checked the Jayco website for details about its bumper but no information is offered. So, you'll just want to check your owner's manual for information and guidance related to mounting an accessory hitch.

If the bumper is a 4-inch square type then you can use a bolt-on hitch like the Ultra-Fab 2-Inch Motor Home Trailer Hitch Receiver for 4 x4-Inch Bumpers, part # UF35-946401. If the manufacturer instead recommends a frame-mount hitch like the Curt Adjustable Width Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13703 we have this type also.

The link provided will let you see all RV trailer hitches and all of these have a 2-inch receiver opening.

Once you have your hitch in place you can select a compatible RV-rated bike carrier. Bike racks used on the rear of a trailer have to be built extra-strong to handle the vertical and lateral forces found at the rear of a trailer. Just like the way the last car in a roller coaster gets a rougher ride than the first car, a bike rack mounted to the rear of your trailer will be stressed with forces that could damage a standard car bike rack. The link provided will let you see all RV-rated bike racks that will fit this 2-inch hitch size.

For example, if you prefer a 4-bike hanging style rack a popular option is the Yakima Ridgeback # Y02458. If you only need to transport 2 bikes and prefer a platform style rack such options as the Swagman # S64663 are available and this rack is highly rated by our customers.

The linked article on RV bike racks will help you determine the best fit for your bikes and preferences.

expert reply by: Adam R

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