Which Dual Hitch Receiver For Flat Towing Vehicle and Carrying Bike Rack

Updated 07/23/2020 | Published 07/21/2020

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Roadmaster Dual Hitch Receiver Adapter for Tow Bars - 2" Hitches - 2-1/4" Rise/Drop

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Malone 2" Dual Purpose Hitch Receiver

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Question:

I am looking for a dual hitch receiver to flat tow a car and carry bikes. I do not need any or rise to have the towbar at the correct level. What product would you recommend?

asked by: Joel

Expert Reply:

Actually, I'd recommend the Roadmaster # RM-077-2 Dual Hitch Receiver you'd already looked at. This adapter is specifically designed for flat towing a vehicle, so it won't lower the capacity of your hitch. If the 2-1/4 inch drop will place your tow bar more than 3 inches plus or minus out of level, you can use the # MPG544 but it will lower the tongue weight capacity of your hitch by 50% because it extends out further than the # RM-077-2.

I've linked to product description videos for both products mentioned above.

expert reply by: Mike L