Adapter to Use Bike Rack With 1-1/4 Inch Shank in 2 Inch Receiver

Updated 08/31/2022 | Published 08/30/2022

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Hitch Pin and Clip for 2" Hitches - 5/8" Diameter x 2-7/8" Span

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Anti-Rattle Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock for 2" Hitches - 3-1/2" Span

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Hitch Reducer 2" to 1-1/4" Trailer Hitch Receiver

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Question:

I saw a post/question on this where you recommend a hitch extension that reduces from 2 inch to 1.25 inch but I was wondering if this would work with the Yakima Dr. Tray 1.25 inch to adapt it to a 2: KU93VR

asked by: Joshua C

Expert Reply:

To use your Dr. Tray bike rack with a 1-1/4 inch shank in a 2 inch hitch receiver, you would need to use the hitch reducer adapter. The part you mentioned is a reducer for a 2-1/2 inch hitch so your rack with a 1-1/4 inch shank wouldn't fit. So what you will need is the following:

- Hitch Reducer 2" to 1-1/4" Trailer Hitch Receiver # HT02

Then to secure the # HT02 to your 2 inch hitch you will need either Hitch Pin and Clip for 2" Hitches # 37201074 or Anti-Rattle Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock for 2" Hitches # 63232.

expert reply by: Kyle S