Can I Use a Hitch Extender w/ the Yakima OnRamp Bike Rack?

Updated 04/15/2023 | Published 04/14/2023

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Kuat Hi-Lo Hitch Extender - 2" Hitches - 7" or 10" Extension - 2-1/8" Rise/Drop

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Kuat Pivot 2 Swing Away Hitch Extender for Bike Racks - 2" Hitches - Passenger's Side

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Question:

Can I use a hitch receiver extension with the Yakima Y36FR?

asked by: John R

Helpful Expert Reply:

Yes, you can use a hitch extender with the Yakima OnRamp Bike Rack item # Y36FR. I have a couple of options listed below depending on whether or not you want a swing away function. Like all hitch extenders both of these parts will reduce your Jeep Wrangler's tongue weight capacity by 50% so you will want to make sure your hitch has enough capacity for your bikes and the 60 lbs Yakima OnRamp Bike Rack item # Y36FR.

Swing Away Hitch Extender - Kuat Pivot 2 Swing Away Hitch Extender item # PVP20B

7" or 10" Extender - Kuat Hi-Lo Hitch Extender item # HL20B

expert reply by: Jerred H