Bike Rack Options for the Back of a Motorhome that is Flat Towing a Vehicle

Updated 05/19/2015 | Published 05/18/2015

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Roadmaster Dual Hitch Receiver Adapter, 2" or 4" Drop/Rise

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Stromberg Carlson 2 Bike Carrier for RVs - Ladder Mount - Aluminum

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Swagman Around the Spare Deluxe 2 Bike Rack for RV Bumpers

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Question:

I currently have a motorhome and pull a flat towed Cadillac using an 8 inch receiver to have the Roadmaster Falcon All-terrain tow bar level. Id like to carry 2 bikes with me when I travel and have considered a dual receiver hitch, but am concerned about , as well as any reduction of tow capacity. What options do I have with this arrangement. I currently own an excellent, high quality hitch bike rack. Other considerations: Ladder bike rack ... install receiver hitch on 2007 Cadillac CTS Please comment

asked by: Carl H

Expert Reply:

Do you have a ladder rack at the back of your motorhome? If so, you could use a Ladder Bike Rack part # LA-102. If you have a 4 inch bumper that is continuously welded you could use a bumper mounted bike rack like part # S80501.

Using a dual hitch adapter wouldn't be ideal since you are currently using an 8 inch drop adapter and none of the dual hitch adapters have that much drop.

expert reply by: Jameson C