Recommendation for Hitch Mount Bike Rack Allowing Tilting While Bikes are Loaded
Updated 08/18/2015 | Published 08/17/2015
Products Featured in This Question
Question:
Do any of the hitch mounted tilting bike racks tilt away while a bike is loaded on it. Say if you were toting a bike and had to access the back of your explorer while doing so?
asked by: Stuart
Expert Reply:
There are a couple of options of bike racks that allow you to leave the bikes loaded and gain access to your vehicle's rear cargo area.
I recommend the Thule Apex Swing # TH9027XT. This bike rack accommodates up to 4 bikes and fits a 2 inch hitch receiver. Rather than tilting away from your vehicle, the Apex swings to the side to allow full access to the cargo area without the need to work around the bike rack. The rack features anti-sway cradles to better secure your bike, and prevent bike-to-bike contact. Built into the bike rack is a cable lock that allows you to secure your bikes to the rack. I have attached a video of this rack to help.
If you plan on carrying bikes with alternative frames, such as kids' bikes or women's bikes, I recommend using an adapter bar, like # 64005. The adapter bar attaches between the seat post and the handlebar stem. This allows the bike to be positioned more level in the carrier while providing additional ground clearance. I have attached a product review video for this adapter bar.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Thule Apex Swing XT Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Swing Away
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hanging Rack
- Folding Rack
- Swing-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 4 Bikes
- Class 3
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Thule
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Search Results: swagman hitch bike racks
- Video: Hands-On with the Swagman XTC4 Bike Rack for 4 Bikes
- Video: Fit Test: Yakima FullSwing Bike Rack for 4 Bikes on a 2013 Kia Sorento
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Q&A: Can Hanging Style Bike Racks be Tilted With Bikes Still on them
- Q&A: Can Bikes Be Loaded Or Unloaded While Helium Pro 2 Bike Hitch Mounted Folding Rack Is Tilted
- Q&A: Trailer hitch Mount Bike Rack that Can Tilt with Bike Loaded
- Q&A: Rola Hanging Bike Rack Weight Capacity and License Plate Relocation Options
- Q&A: Hanging Bike Rack Recommendation that Allows Full Access to Rear Cargo Door
- Q&A: Which 4-Bike Carrier Has The Ability To Tilt For Trunk Access Without Unloading The Bikes?
- Shop: Thule Apex Swing XT Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Swing Away
- Shop: Yakima FullSwing Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Swing Away
- Shop: Malone Runway HM4 Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Shop: Rola Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Tilting
- Shop: Yakima HangOver Vertical Bike Rack for 4 Mountain Bikes - 2" Hitches - Tilting
- Shop: Swagman XTC4 Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Shop: Kuat Piston Pro X Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount
- Search Results: trailer hitch
- Video: Finding the Right Trailer Wiring Harness
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a Class II and a Class III Hitch?
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Shop: Brake Controller
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Search Results: trailer wiring
- Search Results: hitch bike racks
- Video: Mount: etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver on a 2024 Subaru Crosstrek
- Article: Best Bike Racks for Electric Bikes
- Shop: Roof Rack
- Video: Curt Powered Tail Light Converter Installation - 2022 Toyota Sienna
on Hitch Bike Racks
