Is there a Hitch Mounted Dirt Bike Carrier That Will Work w/a 2016 Jeep Wrangler's Spare Tire?
Updated 03/04/2026 | Published 02/11/2026
Question:
Hello, I would like a hitch mount rack for a 253 lb dirt bike for my 2016 Jeep. I have a 12.5 wide spare tire on the back of the Jeep. Do you have any products to accommodate this? Thank you,
asked by: Brian C
Expert Reply:
No, we do not Brian. The Erickson Motorcycle Carrier item # EM65MJ would be the only thing we have with that kind of capacity but it's not going to clear your Jeep's spare tire. You can't use a hitch extender with it either.
Unless you're willing to take your spare off when you're using the carrier, I do not have any options for you.
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Erickson Motorcycle Carrier - 2" Hitch Ramp - Gas Can Holder - Steel - 75.5" L - 500 lbs
- Hitch Cargo Carrier
- Flat Carrier
- Ramp-Assist Carrier
- Fixed Carrier
- Hitch Mount
- 500 lbs
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 75 Inch Long
- Dirt Bikes
- Scooters
- Steel
- Erickson
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Jerred H.
3/4/2026
Hey Brian, were you able to find a way to carry your dirt bike with the spare tire on your Jeep? Knowing what solution worked could help others with a similar setup.