What is the Maximum Wheelbase of the Hollywood Racks Destination

Published 03/22/2021

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Question:

The wheelbase of the bike is 53"

asked by: Andrew

Expert Reply:

The Hollywood Racks Destination Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount # HLY94FR can handle bikes with a maximum wheelbase of 48", so it should be able to handle an extra large mountain bike in most cases.

If you find that you need a rack that is a bit larger, let me know what the wheelbase of your largest bike is and I can look for a suitable alternative.

expert reply by: Erik B

Andrew

3/22/2021

The wheelbase of the bike is 53"

Erik B.

3/22/2021

For a wheelbase that long in a platform rack you'll need to use the Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE2 Bike Rack for 2 Recumbent Bikes - 2" Hitches - Frame Mount # HR1450Z-R, which will be able to carry a bike with a 53" wheel base. You can adjust the other wheel cradles smaller to handle a bike with a shorter wheelbase as well, so it's a good solution for your bikes. The only other alternative would be to use a hanging rack like the Thule Apex XT 2 # TH9024XT, which the wheelbase won't matter since it mounts the bikes by the frames. You will need a bike frame adapter bar like the # 64005 if either of the bikes have aggressive step-through frames; this will work to assist with mounting the bikes level on the carrier.