Recommendation For Hitch 3 Bike Rack For a 2011 Toyota RAV4 With Rear Spare Tire

Updated 04/25/2018 | Published 04/24/2018

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Kuat Transfer V2 Bike Rack for 3 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount

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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"

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RockyMounts MonoRail Bike Rack for 3 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount

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Question:

Hi. I have a 2011 Toyota RAV4 with the spare tire on the back and wondering what your best recommendations would be for rear tow ball attached bike carrier? Maximum three bikes. Thanks.

asked by: Rosie

Expert Reply:

For a solid hitch mounted bike carrier, I recommend the Kuat Transfer V2 Bike Platform Rack, Item # KU24FR. To see if it will clear the rear spare tire of your 2011 Toyota RAV4, you will need to take some measurements. On the Transfer there is 6 inches between the hitch pin hole and the closest part of the rack.

For some other 3 bike options that have more clearance for your spare tire, I recommend looking at the RockyMounts SplitRail, Item # RKY11404-3, and the MonoRail, Item # RKY10004-10005. From the hitch pin hole to the closest part of the rack the SplitRail measures 6-1/2 inches and the MonoRail is 6-1/4 inches.

With all these options, your measurements will be the determining factor on what will work for you. I have attached an article to help you out.

If you need a hitch receiver for your RAV4, I recommend the etrailer Class III Receiver Hitch, Item # e98864. I also recommend the Etrailer.com Ball Mount Kit, Item # 989900, which includes: 2 ball mounts, 2 hitch balls (1-7/8 inch and 2 inch), 2 pins and clips, and one storage bag.

I am also attaching links to some articles and videos to assist you.