Recommended Bike Rack for Fat Tire Bikes to Use on RV or Trailer

Published 12/18/2018

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Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches

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$529.99

Fat Bike Adapter Kit for Swagman Quad 2+2, Dispatch, and Chinook Bike Racks

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$69.10

Question:

I would need a fat bike rack recommended to attach to an RV 2inch hitch. This rack meets all the requirements otherwise.

asked by: Judy

Expert Reply:

The Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches
Item # HLY74FR referenced in your question is compatible with your 2-inch receiver and fat bike tires up to 5 inches in width. It is also approved for use behind an RV, which refers to a motorized recreational vehicle (motorhome) and not a bumper pull or 5th wheel/gooseneck trailer.

If you have a motorhome, then this rack will work perfectly for your application.

If you have a standard travel or 5th wheel/gooseneck trailer then the best option for a platform style rack that can accommodate fat tire bikes is the Swagman Dispatch 2 Bike Rack # S44FR along with the Fat Bike Adapter Kit # S64694. This kit will replace the wheel cradles that come with the rack so that it can secure fat bike tires up to 5 inches wide.

This carrier is approved for use behind a trailer, is compatible with 2-inch hitch receivers, and features a weight capacity of 45 pounds per bike. I have attached a short video demonstration that you can also check out.

expert reply by: Chris R