Recommended 4 Bike Hitch Mounted Rack for 2018 Chevy Traverse  

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I'm happy to assist with a bike rack and one of the first things to consider is where the center of the hitch pin hole is in relation to the outermost part of your vehicle bumper to ensure there is enough clearance. I see that you asked this question from the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # CU29FR which is a confirmed fit for your 2018 Chevy Traverse. Based on this fit, we will be safe and assume you need 6 inches of clearance for that bumper cover that can be reinstalled when the hitch is not in use.

For your 4 bike rack, I recommend the Yakima RidgeBack 4 Bike Rack # Y02458. This 4 bike rack measures 9-1/2 inches from the center of the hitch pin hole to the closest part of the rack. This will allow you to carry 4 bikes safely and gives you that tilting function you are seeking for hatch access when the bikes are not installed. With this rack you may also want to consider the front tire tie downs # SR54FR and cable lock # Y02466. You also may be interested in the Swagman Deluxe Bike Frame Adapter Bar for Women's, Children's, and Alternative Frame Bikes # 64005 to allow level transport of step thru style bike frames.

The Yakima FullSwing 4 Bike Rack # Y02465 would give you the ability to keep the bikes loaded and still have cargo access. It will work the same as the RidgeBack but will have that swing away feature.

If you are interested in a platform style rack, I recommend the Yakima HoldUp 4 Bike Platform Rack - 2" Hitches - Tilting - Frame Mount # Y02443-2. This will allow tilting with the bikes installed and will also fold up when not in use. I recommend cable lock # e98891 to further secure your bikes to the rack.

expert reply by: Jason S

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