Does an RV/Trailer Approved Bike Carrier have to be Used with the Bike Bunk
Updated 06/17/2015 | Published 06/15/2015
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Question:
My understanding is that your RV rating for bike racks are for mounting on the back of RVs. Is it necessary to purchase a bike rack that is approved for RV use when using it in conjunction with the Bike Bunk?
asked by: Gary Y
Expert Reply:
Yes, since the Bike Bunk # CC-275 mounts at the front of an A-Frame trailer you will still need to use a bike carrier approved for use on RVs and trailers. I have included a link to the options for you.
The bike bunk has a 100 pound capacity so I recommend going with the lightest compatible carrier. The lightest carrier that I have that is rated for trailer use is the 4-bike, Yakima LongHaul # Y02476. This rack weighs 32 pounds. Even though it can carry 4 bikes, you will be limited to carrying only 2 bikes that weigh under a total of 68 pounds to stay within the bike and weight capacity of the Bike Bunk.
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Yakima LongHaul RV Bike Rack - 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Silver
- RV and Camper Bike Racks
- Hanging Rack
- RV Hitch Rack
- Frame Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 4 Bikes
- 5th Wheel
- Flat-Towed Vehicle
- Motorhome
- Travel Trailer
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Yakima
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