Recommended 4-Bike Hitch Bike Rack for 2015 Ford Edge

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I have a 2015 Ford Edge. Looking at a hitch bike rack for up to four bikes. Do you have any advice in product? I have been reviewing the Yakima Fourtimer but didnt noticed it on your site. Thanks.

asked by: Kevin

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Your 2015 Ford Edge could be equipped with either a 1-1/4-inch Class II hitch like Curt # C12140 or a 2-inch Class III type like # 75234. You can check the safety sticker on the hitch to see its Class rating and its tongue weight (TW) capacity, or you can measure the receiver opening. An article on hitch sizes is linked.

My favorite rack type for a biking family is the swing-away type such as the Yakima FullSwing # Y02465 which fits 2-inch hitches. This swings over to the passenger side of the car, even when fully loaded with bikes, to give you full rear hatch access without having to take the bikes off the rack. The Yakima Fourtimer is discontinued.

No matter what hitch and rack you use you will want to make certain that the total combined weight load of the bikes and your chosen carrier does not exceed the tongue weight limit indicated on the hitch safety sicker.

expert reply by: Adam R

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 2

Any time a vehicle has both 1-1/4-inch and 2-inch hitches available for it we tend to recommend the larger 2-inch size. There are several good reasons. Typically there is not much increase in cost, but there is usually a substantial increase in…

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In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 5

Hey Jonathon thank you so much for all of that additional information! To haul your bikes behind your class C Sprinter motorhome, while flat towing your Mini, I recommend the Hollywood Racks RV Rider Bike Rack item #HLY64FR and the Roadmaster Dual…

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Yes, it will work. You'll just need to cut the Lance 6-pin connector out and rewire it into the etrailer Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit w/ Junction Box and RV Style Connector item #e99011. Here are the individual functions of that Lance 6-pin:…

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According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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The main difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13416 and the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #EH97FR is that the EcoHitch has a completely hidden cross tube whereas the Curt cross tube will be visible from the rear of…

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Since wire color codes are NOT universal, we always recommend wiring by function, rather than wire color. If you look at the Trailer Wiring FAQ article I have linked you to, you can see some diagrams showing the proper way to wire a vehicle and…

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Answer 11

Hey Ricardo! Yes, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C82RJ is the hitch Curt is working on for the new 2027 Telluride. This is a pre-order since Curt hasn't finished the design. It does not include wiring. The wiring harness for the 2027 is also up…

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Answer 12

Hey Kelvin, welcome back. To flat tow a 2026 Ford Maverick with your Demco Commander II Tow Bar item #DM9511012, I recommend the following parts: Baseplate Kit - Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit item #DM38CV Wiring Harness - Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to…

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