How to Transport 4 Bikes with 2017 Chevy Bolt EV

Published 08/29/2017

Products Featured in This Question

Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"

(265)

$196.35

Swagman XTC2 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount

(1632)

$196.42

Thule UpRide Roof Bike Rack - Wheel Mount - Clamp On or Channel Mount - Aluminum

(43)

$399.95

Kuat Ubar Bike Frame Adapter Bar for Women's and Alternative Frame Bikes

(131)

$49.00

Question:

Hi Jameson, Will the Swagman XTC-2 2 bike rack work with the Chevy Bolt class 1 hitch? https://www.etrailer.com/Hitch-Bike-Racks/Swagman/S64670.html I'm wondering if this will be good for the kids bikes since the top tubes don't go straight across. Is that right? Still have to get a roof rack for the two adult bikes though. Thanks for your help.

asked by: Joe

Expert Reply:

The hitch you mentioned # 24956 is a Class I hitch which means it has a very low weight capacity. That means it can only carry up to two bikes at a time due to the increased weight and leverage of bikes beyond the 2 bike portion of the rack. Also, Yakima does not have any bike racks compatible with Class I hitches.

The most popular bike rack we carry that has been confirmed to fit this vehicle is the Thule Camber 2 part # TH9058. We asked our demo and install guys to name their favorite, most easy-to-use bike racks and this one showed up in nearly everyone's top three. Check out the review video I attached for more info.

If you plan on carrying any womens or alternative framed bikes without horizontal top tubes you may also be interested in purchasing a Kuat Bike Frame Adapter Bar # UB01 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.

For the other two bikes you'd need a roof rack and roof bike carrier. For a roof rack you'd need the part numbers # TH711420, # TH460R, and # THKIT3168 if you have flush mounted rails on the roof. Then for a bike rack that let's you keep the front wheel installed you'd want the # TH599000.

expert reply by: Jameson C

Joe

8/29/2017

Jameson C.

8/29/2017

Yes, the Swagman XTC2 part # S64670 would fit the hitch I mentioned and would be a great option. This is another one of our very popular racks that works very well at a great price. My Dad has this bike rack and has been using it frequently for the past several years and he still really likes it.