What 4-Bike Rack do You Recommend for Putting on the Back of My Jeep Grand Cherokee?

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I found another recommendation on your website for a Thule Apex XT 4-bike rack and wondered what your thoughts are on this for my Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 2021 80th Anniversary Edition? How about the Thule Adapter Bar? Also, would I need to order a separate hitch for this Thule bike rack?

asked by: Rebecca P

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With transporting 4 bikes, I recommend a platform-style hitch bike rack. For this route, I suggest the Curt 4 Bike Platform Rack - 2" Hitches - Frame Mount - Tilting # C18087. The Curt 4 has a maximum per-bike weight capacity of 45 pounds and can hold bikes with maximum tire widths of 3 inches wide. Since your bikes have alternate frame styles, I recommend a Swagman Deluxe Bike Frame Adapter Bar for Women's, Children's, and Alternative Frame Bikes # 64005 for each bike that has that frame style.

For a trailer hitch recommendation, I would be happy to assist you if you provide the year of your Jeep Grand Cherokee.

expert reply by: Bob C

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Rebecca P.

1/1/0001

I found another recommendation on your website for a Thule Apex XT 4-bike rack and wondered what your thoughts are on this for my Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 2021 80th Anniversary Edition? How about the Thule Adapter Bar? Also, would I need to order a separate hitch for this Thule bike rack?

Bob C.

6/25/2021

The Thule Apex XT # TH9025XT is a great option if you want a high-quality rack that uses the hanging style as opposed to the platform style of the Curt 4 # C18087. The Thule Apex XT 4 also has a sleek design and will look great on your 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee 80 Anniversary Edition. The only potential issue is that you will have to lift the bikes higher to load on this rack (and all other hanging-style racks). If you have light bikes, this will not be an issue. As far as the bike adapter bar, the Thule Bike Adapter Bar for Women's and Alternative Frame Bikes # TH982XT accomplishes the same thing as the previously mentioned Swagman Deluxe Bike frame, but it does have a different style. If you want another option of a bike adapter bar that would look great with the Thule Apex XT, you might want to take a look at the sleek Yakima Tube Top Bike Adapter Bar # Y02531. As far as a hitch, the Thule Apex XT will fit a 2-inch trailer hitch receiver. I did some research on your vehicle that it is possible for you to get a factory hitch on your Grand Cherokee. If you have a 2-inch hitch installed, the Apex XT will fit. If you need a hitch recommendation, I recommend the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2" # e98901. The etrailer hitch receiver comes with all hardware necessary for an easy, bolt-on installation. I went ahead and attached an installation video that shows the installation process.

Answer 1

Hey Joel, There are a couple important differences between the Thule Camber 4-Bike Rack #TH9056 and Thule Apex XT 4-Bike Rack #TH9025XT. One of them is indeed the locks, as the Camber does not have locks while the Apex comes with a lock for the rack…

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Answer 2

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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The Swagman XTC4 4-Bike Rack #S64665 and Hollywood Racks Destination 4-Bike Rack #HR4000 are two of the best values in regards to 4-bike racks, and when taking everything into consideration I highly recommend the Destination #HR4000. There are a…

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Answer 5

Hey Patti, thanks for reaching out. The Swagman E-Spec Pro Bike Rack #S45SR is a solid option for this. It can hold two bikes weighing up to 70 lbs apiece on a 5th wheel, and it does not have a minimum tongue weight capacity limitation like the…

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Answer 6

Hey Shimon, thanks for reaching out. Between the three racks you're considering, I think the Benton Shift&Grins #B82FR is the best fit for what you're looking to do. The ability to convert it from a 2-bike rack to a 4-bike rack is a big…

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Answer 7

Hey Alexandria! Bike racks rated for travel trailers are pretty limited. There is quite a bit of additional force back there. This also means there are no 1-1/4" bike racks that will work. I have two different options for you. The first is to…

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