Will a Tour Easy Recumbent Bike Fit the Gateway Pro Bike Rack on a 2013 Ford C-Max

Updated 07/14/2020 | Published 07/18/2013

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Thule Gateway Pro 2 Bike Rack - Trunk Mount - Adjustable Arms

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$299.95

Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"

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Swagman XC-Extended Bike Rack for 2 Recumbent Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount

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$291.30

Question:

2013 Ford C-Max - Will the TH88VR hold a Tour Easy Recumbent?

asked by: Francis M

Helpful Expert Reply:

Hey Francis,

The Thule Gateway Pro 2 Bike Rack # TH88VR has a weight capacity of 35 lbs per bike and arms spaced apart by 12" so it will be able to handle your Tour Easy Recumbent. My only concern is the length of the bike and how much wind it will catch and how that will affect the swaying of the bike.

Your best option for a bigger bike is to install the Curt Hitch # C12092 and use a bike rack like the Swagman XC-Extended Bike Rack # S64650-EXT which will secure both wheels and then has a frame hook to keep the bike a bit more stable.

expert reply by: Jon G

Randy T.

7/9/2020

Will two mountain bikes fit on a Gateway Pro?

Chris R.

7/14/2020

As long as your mountain bikes weigh no more than 35 pounds each, they will work really well on the Thule Gateway Pro 2 Bike Rack # TH88VR provided this bike rack is designed for your vehicle.