4 Bike Rack Recommendation for a RV Hitch and a 1-1/4 inch Hitch

Updated 08/17/2015 | Published 08/16/2015

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Yakima RidgeBack Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting

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$478.95

Swagman Bike Frame Adapter Bar - Small - 22-1/2" - 30" - 35 lbs

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$48.99

Question:

Im looking for a good bike rack that will fit on our 2010 open range 5th wheel 2in. Receiver and at times we use our 2007 Mercury mountaineer with a 1.25 in receiver. We need something for 4 bikes that can be secured from theft and does not bounce a lot. We have made other purchases from you. Would you also give us the prices? Thanks

asked by: Lsrry L

Expert Reply:

Long story short you are going to need two bike racks.

The reason is that none of the 1-1/4 inch bike racks we offer that are confirmed for the rougher ride quality of an RV can carry 4 bikes.

So for a bike rack for your RV hitch that is 2 inch you are going to want the Swagman part # PS63134.

The most popular 4 bike rack we carry for a 1-1/4 inch hitch is the Thule Hitching Post part # TH934XTR. This rack would work well for you. Check out the review video I attached as well.

If you plan on carrying any womens or alternative framed bikes without horizontal top tubes you may also be interested in purchasing a Swagman Easy-Out Women's and Alternative Frame Bike Adapter # 64005 to provide a horizontal top tube on your bikes to provide an attachment point. I attached a review video for this product also. This will allow the bikes to be carried more level and will provide more ground clearance.

expert reply by: Jameson C