Recommended 5 Bike Hitch Mounted Rack for Cargo Access

Updated 05/08/2018 | Published 05/06/2018

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Thule Apex XT Bike Rack for 5 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting

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

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Yakima FullSwing Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Swing Away

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Question:

Looking for a 5 bike rack for a 2017 Yukon that can access the rear with bikes loaded and uses the hitch. Any suggestions? Thanks

asked by: Michael

Expert Reply:

For your 2017 Yukon, my recommendation for your 5 bike rack is the Thule Apex XT 5 Bike Rack - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting # TH9026XT. This bike rack includes a hitch lock and a cable lock to secure your bikes. This rack folds up for storage and allows the tilt away feature when bikes are not loaded.

There is not a swing away rack for 5 bikes, so you may want to consider a 4 bike swing away rack like the Yakima FullSwing 4 Bike Rack - 2" Hitches # Y02465 and then add a 5th bike to the roof. With any hanging style bike rack, I recommend the Swagman Deluxe Bike Frame Adapter Bar for Women's, Children's, and Alternative Frame Bikes # 64005.

expert reply by: Jason S