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Which Bike Rack Mounting Style is Best for My Vehicle?

Review of the different types of bike rack options available. Information on hitch-bike racks, roof bike racks, trunk-mount bike racks, spare tire bike racks, truck-bed bike racks and motor home bike racks.

Vehicle compatibility - compatible with most motor homes and RVs because of the wide range of mounting styles available Bike compatibility - varies depending on the style of rack selected, most accommodate a variety of styles Vehicle accessibility - unlimited vehicle accessibility User compatibility - simple installation, securing bikes to some bumper-mounted racks can be difficult Read more about bike racks for motorhomes and RVs |

Must-Have Flat Towing Components

Learn about the five primary components you need for a safe flat towing setup: a base plate kit, tow bar, safety cables, light wiring, and a supplemental braking system.

If it is not within this acceptable range of level, you will need to use a high/low adapter to properly connect up. | The most common reason for towing a vehicle is basic convenience. Having your everyday vehicle with you...

What Is a Supplemental Braking System?

This page will help you understand the purpose and function of tow bar braking systems. With this information you can decide whether you need a supplemental braking system and, if so, which one is right for you.

How It Works: Taps into vacuum source, either from RV or self-contained pump, to activate vacuum assist in the towed vehicle's brakes Connects to RV via wiring harness and signals actuator to depress dinghy's brakes when RV's brake lights illuminate Activates indicator light mounted in motor home when towed vehicle's brakes are activated Benefits: Towed vehicle is given active power assist for most natural braking Cable pulley tugs dinghy's brake pedal with controlled pressure Proper leverage is always maintained Minimal amount of pressure is used - no chance of damage to firewall, no wheel lockup Sensitive throttle-valve settings offer wider range of adjustment than traditional, pre-set braking systems Built-in anti-theft device Compatible with hybrids and other vehicles that have continuous power-assist brakes Drawbacks: Non-proportional system does not offer full emergency braking Actuator cannot be switched between towed vehicles Involved installation requires an advanced mechanical background |