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 Ronald, it sounds like you are looking for something like the Roadmaster Dual Hitch Adapter part #RM83SR which can do a 4 inch drop and then has a higher hitch opening that you could use for your bike rack. What tow bar are you using?

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Answer 2

Hi Jon, that’s a really smart question to ask before picking everything out so you don’t end up with something that doesn’t sit right or causes clearance issues. The etrailer hitch part #e98901 on your 2021 Grand Cherokee is a 2" receiver, so…

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Hello Russell, Happy to get you the right tow package for your 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee. - Hitch: etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2" #e98901 - Wiring: T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat…

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There is not a dual hitch receiver for the 1-1/4 inch receivers as they are not able to handle the torque due to the tongue weight location. The tongue weight of the hitch is reduced by 50% when using an adapter, so it really wouldn't be worth…

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Hi Ghi; the Curt Dual Hitch Extender #D-192 can handle your e-bikes and bike rack. The 350 lb tongue weight capacity is for the entire extension. The individual receivers do not have a set capacity. The only restriction is that the top receiver can…

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Yes, the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98901 does in fact fit your 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited. I have included a photo of this hitch installed on a 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited for you to check out. If you plan to do any towing you can…

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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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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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Answer 9

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 10

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 11

Hey Jonathon thank you so much for all of that additional information! To haul your bikes behind your class C Sprinter motorhome, while flat towing your Mini, I recommend the Hollywood Racks RV Rider Bike Rack item #HLY64FR and the Roadmaster Dual…

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Answer 12

Yes, it will work. You'll just need to cut the Lance 6-pin connector out and rewire it into the etrailer Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit w/ Junction Box and RV Style Connector item #e99011. Here are the individual functions of that Lance 6-pin:…

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