Is Bike Adapter Bar Needed For Yakima LongHaul or Thule Range For Trek Marlin 6 & 7
Updated 01/31/2023 | Published 01/29/2023
Products Featured in This Question
Question:
I’m looking for a bike rack for the back of my 2020 Jayco 355MBQS fifth wheel RV. It needs to hold 4 bikes. I am currently considering a Yakima Long Haul or a Thule Range RV. Would also use it on my truck from time to time 2011 F-350. Would I need a top bar for out Trek Marlin 6and7 mountain bikes? There is a little slope on the top bar, but I would think it is straight enough. Can you please confirm?
asked by: Joe B
Expert Reply:
Yes. You absolutely, positively, without any shadow of a doubt MUST use Swagman Bike Frame Adapter Bar # 64005 with your Trek Marlin 6 & 7 bikes on either the Yakima LongHaul # Y02476 or Thule Range # TH9057.
As for the racks themselves, I would go with the Yakima LongHaul RV Bike Rack # Y02476.
The Yakima ZipStrips that secure the bikes on the LongHaul are a bit "beefier" (to use an industry term) than the Thule straps, the LongHaul is also a few pounds lighter so a bit easier to handle, and frankly just a better overall value.
(click to enlarge)
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Thule Range RV Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches
- RV and Camper Bike Racks
- Hanging Rack
- RV Hitch Rack
- Frame Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 4 Bikes
- 5th Wheel
- Flat-Towed Vehicle
- Motorhome
- Travel Trailer
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Thule
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Search Results: hitch extender
- Search Results: gen~y hitch hitch adapters
- Search Results: swagman e~spec bike rack
- Search Results: swagman e~spec
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Search Results: thule 2 bike rack
- Search Results: bike frame adapter
- Shop: Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Shop: Sikaflex 221 Multi-Purpose Sealant for RVs - White - 300 ml
- Shop: BTBRV Magnetic Hitch Receiver Reducer Set - 3" to 2-1/2" & 2-1/2" to 2"
- Shop: Benton Shifts&Grins Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel or Frame Mount
- Search Results: bike rack accessories
- Shop: Softride Hang2 Vertical Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting
- Shop: Thule Range RV Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches
- Shop: Swagman Trailhead RV Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches
- Q&A: Recommended Hanging 4-Bike Rack Compatible W/ a 5th Wheel Trailer
- Q&A: Availability Of A 4" Hitch Extension For A 2" Hitch
- Q&A: What 4 Bike Bike Rack is Safe to Use on the Back of My Travel Trailer?
- Q&A: Recommended 4-Bike Hitch Rack For A 31-Foot Travel Trailer
- Q&A: 4-Bike Rack Recommendation for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Receiver
- Video: A Closer Look at the Thule Range RV Bike Rack for 4 Bikes
- Video: Swagman Trailhead 4 Bike Rack Test Course
- Video: First Impression of the Benton Shifts&Grins Bike Rack
- Video: Choosing the Right RV and Camper Bike Racks
- Video: All About the Lets Go Aero Jack-It PLUS Bike Rack for 2 Bikes
- Q&A: Why Do Hitch Extenders Reduce Hitch Capacity but Long Ball Mounts Do Not
- Q&A: Will Using A Hitch Extender Only Reduce The Tongue Weight By 50%
- Video: Yakima Tube Top Bike Adapter Bar Feature Review
- Video: Test Fit: Thule Range RV Bike Rack for 4 Bikes on a 2019 Thor Challenger Motorhome