Recommendation for Carrying Bikes Between Truck and Trailer

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Im trying to find a way to mount our bikes and rack on the front of our trailer. We have a Thule T2 rack and two mountain bikes. Which weight about 112 pounds In total. I currently put them in the bed but I want to free up some bed space and keep them from knocking around. The issue Im finding is that all of the a frame mounts i have found are only rated for 100 pounds. I would prefer to utilize our existing rack, what else is out there

asked by: Dave R

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Expert Reply:

For your application I recommend checking out the Replacement Shank for Gen-Y Adjustable Ball Mount # 325-GH-204. This fits a 2" hitch and allows you to use 1 receiver for towing your trailer and then you can mount your Thule T2 Pro X Bike Rack # TH83GC in the taller receiver.

Please note this will only be a viable solution if you don't have anything tall on the tongue of your trailer - like a jack. You can check to see if your bike rack will hit anything on your trailer by measuring from the hitch pin hole on your ball mount to the closest thing that will hit on your trailer. If this measures more than 43" you'll be good to go.

If it measures less than 43" you'll need to use a different setup and for that I recommend the Jack-It TS 2 Bike Rack for A-Frame Trailers # LGA23VR. This mounts in the same place as your A-Frame jack and has a weight capacity of 80 lbs (40 lbs per bike) so it solves the issue of clearance and weight capacity for you.

Attached are some review videos for you to check out.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

I would be happy to help you. Based on the information you have given me I am going to give you the height of the Stromberg Carlson Electric Trailer Jack Item #SC63VR you referenced. This jack sits 21 1/4" above your trailer's frame. You…

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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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Answer 3

Hi David! There are quite a few hitches offered for your 2026 Honda Odyssey, so I definitely understand wanting to know the differences. There are basically three styles available for you and I have them broken out below: Exposed Crosstube: etrailer…

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Hey Scott. The Lets Go Aero Jack-E Bike Rack item #LGA92ZR does not swivel and doesn't have a simple process for swapping out propane tanks. You'll need to remove the bolts attaching the tray to the supports to be able to remove your propane…

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Hey Charles, the Swagman E-Spec part #S45SR is rated for use at the rear of a travel trailer so it will work great for you. It is odd that it's not closer connected to the other RV rated bike racks but that's our fault and I'll see if I…

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Answer 6

Hi Taylor, Welcome to the bike rack world! A little movement is normal with most hitch mounted bike racks, but the Hollywood Destination 2 part #HLY94FR is designed with an anti rattle hitch pin, so it shouldn't have excessive side to side play…

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Hey Patrick! It sounds like the biggest piece here will be the weight of the rack. A lightweight bike rack will make it easy to get on and off the hitch, and will be easy on your back. I recommend the Hollywood Racks Destination Bike Rack for 2 Bikes…

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