Does the Swagman # S64665 Bike Rack Fold Away From the Vehicle For Access

Published 09/25/2009

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Question:

Can this bike rack be folded down with bikes on it to access the back of the vehicle?

asked by: Terry S

Expert Reply:

No, the Swagman 4 Bike Folding Wheel Mount Bike Rack, item # S64665, does not fold down for access to the rear of the vehicle. We do offer a few 4 bike capacity platform style racks that would tilt away from the vehicle for access to the cargo area, like the Thule T2 Pro XTR part # TH69TX or the Kuat NV 2.0 part # NV22G-NA22G.

Another option would be the Yakima RidgeBack 4 Bike Rack, item # Y02458, that holds 4 bikes and tilts away from the vehicle for access, although with this particular rack, you would need to remove the bikes from the rack before tilting it rearward.

I have linked you to some product demonstration videos that you might find helpful.

expert reply by: Robert G