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Swagman Truck Bed Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - Fork Mount - 9-mm Skewer
I bought this bike rack because I didn't want to have to remove my bed cover every time I wanted to take our bikes on a trip. This rack works perfect because I can roll up my cover and this thing just clamps across the bed. Taking the front tire on and off is kind of time consuming but when I travel with my brother who has a hitch mount rack, it takes him just as long to unload his bike as it takes me to unload. The wheel mounts tighten easily and the bikes appear secure during long drives, so I don't worry about them coming loose. Of course, you'll want to wrap a bike chain around the bike and rack if you plan to leave them out to make sure no one can steal the bike (although it would be missing a wheel)
It worked well, but not without doing some "tweaking". When set down on the bed rails the locking pin would not line up with the hole in the bar so it took some filing on the hole to get it to work. Also the axle mounts would not set flat on the mounting pads so that also took some work with a file to get them to mount flat. Once I got all of that done it works fine.
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Swagman XC2 Bike Rack for 2 bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
This is a well designed rack. Adding and removing bikes is quick & easy. Just set the bike on & slide the padded hook down onto the bike frame to secure it; no straps required. If only one bike is transported, it does not interfere with opening the trunk on our Tesla Model 3. With 2 bicycles the trunk cannot be opened. For 2 bikes the Swagman model that can tilt might be worth the extra 22 bucks. This rack uses a bolt in the receiver hitch instead of a pin. This locks it securely preventing it from moving in the hitch & rattling. It also requires a wrench to remove it, good for theft prevention but one more thing to keep track of. For storage on the vehicle the top bar folds down. For storage in the garage, the left & right bars fold up & you can hang it using one of the hooks.
So far so good. The rack wiggles a bit, but that is expected. I have it on my 2007 Corolla and I have hit 65+ on the highway with it and have not had a problem. I would recommend getting a locking pin. The one included is threaded, which aside from security, makes it harder to take the rack on and off. I would also look into a DIY way to secure the wheels better. I am using some bungee straps which do the job no problem. The two bikes I carry are at the racks capacity.
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Softride Shuttle Pad Tailgate Pad for Full-Size Trucks - Up to 6 Bikes - 61" Wide
Doesn't seem to fit the 2024 Chevrolet High Country tailgate as the straps aren't long enough. Also, the padding doesn't go far enough down the outside of the tailgate. Could be because I have the factory bed protection which covers the top of the tailgate.
The product review/installation video helped me make my selection. I selected the full size pad for 2001 Silverado 1500. Installs easily, fits nicely, flap in pad is positioned for easy access to tailgate latch.
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Swagman XTC4 Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
Rack is very sturdy and heavy duty. Instructions were terrible. Locking hitch pin would not thread correctly and ended up damaging it. Thankfully the threads on rack were fine and I was able to use the non-locking threaded pin. Would like a replacement locking pin ASAP
For the price, it's a good-quality, sturdy bike rack. I have used it about 5-7 times with no issues. I only used it for one adult and two kids' bikes, but I am sure it can handle four bikes as advertised. It's great that the rack folds upwards when it's not required.
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Swagman XTC2 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
I was sent additional mounting materials that don't correspond with my hitch or my bike rack. See the photo below. Are these materials for my Swagman STC2 Bike Rack Item #S64670?
Very stable and simple to use bike rack that works great with my road bike AND with my 29" Big Rippers. It makes loading and unloading the bikes a snap and they are safe and secure for traveling once loaded and secured. I have already logged over a thousand miles hauling bicycles with this rack and highly recommend it. I am a big fan of Yakima roof racks but, honestly, wish I would have went with this setup for my bikes from the beginning.
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Swagman Upright Bike Rack for 1 Bike - Roof Rack Crossbars - Frame Mount
Great product for the price. Pretty easy to set up. Only issue I have is my mountain bike, which is an XL frame with 27 inch wheels, is pushing the limits of the base. Wish this rack was just 4-5 inches longer that way you have the perfect overlap amount in the middle without pushing the current frame to the limits. With that said it does hold my bike just have to find the sweet spot. But this fits my son’s youth bike perfectly!
As always with products I buy from e-Trailer, this item is exactly as advertised and works perfectly. Easy assembly, I bought 2 but only installed one until I check the fit with my rooftop carrier.
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Kuat NV 2.0 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount - Gunmetal Gray
Fantastic bike rack. Switch it between a Honda Ridgeline and a Subaru Outback Wilderness and it works perfectly. Accidentally lost the locking pin that secures the rack to the trailer hitch and when I inquired with Kurt about ordering a replacement lock keyed to match the locking cables on the rack and the Kuat rep sent one to me for free. (I removed the rack and left the lock sitting on my car bumper. Later that day I drove off and lost the lock on the highway).
Great bike rack. It is easy to install the hitch on a vehicle and to remove it. The Kuat NV 2.0 provides a smooth, gentle ride for road bikes and mountain bikes. Great purchase. Highly recommend.
# 8
Yakima HoldUp Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount
Extremely well made hitch rack. Fantastic service from etrailer.com
Works well for transporting two 29" wheeled mountain bikes. However, after one year it's starting to rust in several areas (see attached photos), and the front wheel arms are becoming increasingly difficult to raise and lower. Finally the locking cable is extremely rusty as you can see in the attached photo. I'm not sure how durable this rack will be long term.
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Hollywood Racks Truck Bed Bike Carrier - Fork Mount - Bolt On
Love this product! I built a great bike carrying system for my F-150 using two of these fork clamps. They are easy to install and extremely well made. No more tangled bikes and lots more room in the bed for other stuff! Best way to go for a nice bike rack system. Thanks, Phil T.
The Hollywood Racks Truck Bed Bike Carrier - Fork Mount - Bolt On, is just what I was looking for to be able to build a bike rack for carrying one of my bikes on my motorcycle. It was easy to mount and it holds my bike in place while riding on bumpy dirt roads, city streets, highways and even when I hit some twisty country roads. It's really easy to load and unload my bike when I get to where I want to ride. I use a velcro strap around the quick-release and the fork arm as an added safety as well as a couple tie-downs from my bike handlebars to my motorcycle passenger pegs to help distribute the weight on my rack. If you want to build your own DIY bike rack I totally recommend the Hollywood Racks Truck Bed Bike Carrier - Fork Mount - Bolt On.
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Swagman Chinook Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
Works for my fat tire bike. Once it's set up, it's easy to install and remove. I had to cut out some of the plastic cladding on the underside of my bumper on my 2014 Subaru Outback. Good value. I've had no issues.
GI love the Rack, it is easy for me to handle, (as a 89 yearold rider.), two bikes ride and fit very nicely. Like how it folds down,and how it folds to open the tailgate . Great quality for the money, I would highly recommend this rack
# 11
Hollywood Racks TRS SE Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount
I purchased the 3500 model for a 2-inch hitch for my 2004 Toyota 4Runner. I've had it for a month now and it has worked well. It took just over an hour to assemble it and the instructions for the most part were easy to follow although it would behoove you to read it through once before you even start putting parts together. The rack has pretty much stayed on the vehicle for the past month and I use it two to three times a week to commute to work. The bike is on the rack for the 26 miles roundtrip to the ferry terminal and it hasn't given me any problems. Service and prompt delivery was much appreciated. I even noted that the link for installation instructions was broken and Anna responded immediately and I now see that it is there! One thing that my photos will show is that if you have a flat handlebar bike in the position closest to the vehicle the hatch may not fully open because the handlebar will prevent it. Not an issue with me since I use it for commuting and don't need to access the hatch. I think the price is worth it since I wanted this type of rack and it was difficult to find anything with this quality and features in the range. Four stars only because I've only had it for only a month so not sure how well it will hold up in the months to come. I also much appreciate the videos of the rack on the etrailer website. Thanks, etrailer! Arthur
Use this Rack to carry 2 electric bikes that total about 85 lbs without batteries installed on the back of RV. Works great and love the tightening knob that makes it so no wobble in rack. Well made and the tire holding bars are solid and do a fantastic job holding in place, comes with a very long cable lock too. I have a Thule rack that only holds max of 70lbs....this one is made better!
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Curt 2 Bike Platform Rack - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount - Tilting
I installed this rack onto a Curt trailer hitch which is mounted onto a 2017 Honda Fit. I have been using it intermittently for several months, probably about 5 times with one bike and twice with two bikes. I give some pros and cons below and then elaborate. Pros: easy to assemble, easy to mount and dismount bikes, easy to lock and unlock, how to put the rack into different positions is intuitive Cons: inconvenient to put the rack into different positions, inconvenient to mount the rack onto the hitch, rack protrudes about 15 inches from bumper when in flipped up position (seems very vulnerable to someone backing into it in a parking lot, very inelegant looking I say the repositioning is intuitive because there is really only one way you could possibly place the pins for each position. But removing and replacing two pins is much less convenient than turning a knob or a lever, like some racks do. Also many racks fold and flip in such a way as to look very unobtrusive when in non-use mode. This one looks like kind of a monstrosity. That does not really bother me but it might bother some owners. The part that does bother me is how far it protrudes from the car. I back into parking spaces whenever possible to avoid someone bumping into the rack and damaging it (which happened to a friend). My number one suggestion for Curt is related to mounting the rack onto the hitch. Make it easier to tell when the holes are lined up so that the bolt/pin will fit and thread. As it is now, if you insert the rack as far as it can go it is way too far in. Ideally, it would be exactly lined up. Failing that, maybe some kind of click or other feedback to know at least that you are in the neighborhood. It would also be great to have an attaching device that is easier to fasten and unfasten than is the bolt/pin. Tip for mounting the rack onto the hitch: I assumed that it would be awkward to hold, what is it 46 pounds?, while trying to line up the rack probe with the receiver. If you have a garage with exposed collar ties, my solution could work well for you. I looped a cargo strap over a collar tie. Then I hooked both hooks of a bungie onto that loop. The idea is that you hook one of the bike frame holders of the rack onto the bungie, suspending the rack a few inches off the garage floor. This takes most of the weight of the rack so that you can just pull up or down and forward until you line up with the receiver. Tip for mounting bikes. Don't put the little screw into the post that prevents you from completely removing the bike frame holders. Remove both holders. Position the first bike, slide the holder into place, position the second bike, slide the holder into place. I found this makes it much easier, because you avoid parts of the bike hitting the holder as you are trying to get the wheels into place. The trick is that if you are mounting only one bike, don't forget to put the second holder back on - or maybe just stick it inside the car right away.
Have used mine several times in the past 2 years on the back of a ‘21 Honda Pilot and a ‘19 Ram 1500 Classic. I really like that the platform will tilt downward allowing the Pilot rear hatch to open with no interference. The tailgate on the Ram doesnt open fully even with the platform tilted downward, but that is a Ram problem & not a Curt problem. Was well worth the money.
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Kuat NV 2.0 Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount - Gunmetal Gray
This bike rack has worked well for our family of 4. It allows us to safely and securely carry all 4 bikes through the mountains of Colorado with our Hallmark Milner truck camper. Strong and durable rack that barely moves when driving. etrailer's customer service was outstanding. The rack was initially delayed and after one phone call to check status a warehouse manager quickly solved a minor issue and got the rack shipped. etrailer was fantastic in managing this transaction with extremely limited staffing. etrailer is the first place I check for anything recreation as I've never had anything but stellar service.
Excellent rack, a year later still in great condition. No movement at hitch when driving like other racks. Love the extra bar to work on bike in parking lot. Cracked a part on the rack when backing up accidentally hit it, I called the company and they immediately sent out new part no questions asked and rack is like new. Easy to access the drop and raise bar even with bikes on .A note that with larger mountain bikes only three really fit on the four rack without adjusting handle bars. Thanks to etrailer for stocking a great product and providing excellent post purchase service
# 14
Curt Clamp-On Bike Rack for 3 Bikes - 2" Ball Mounts
It broke, (the tension handle snapped off) the first time I used it, which was 45-60 days after I purchased it. Nether Curt nor etrailer provided any warranty relief since it was 30 days post sale. It's in a landfill now, and I won't buy from either company again.
A frustrating experience. I bought this bike rack hoping that it would be a really good fit for our needs. We went on a road trip where we were going to camp as we went. Towing a small trailer I mounted the rack on the back of our Honda Element. I had trouble getting the bikes (two) to ride high enough off the road. On the first day of the trip I had to stop at a bike shop to replace a tire that had melted as it had been rubbing on the tailpipe along the way. I also had a major challenge connecting the rubber straps because they were so stiff. Now, I am getting older and just don't have the strength I had in my younger days, but still I just think they are too stiff (I wasn't the only one that had trouble getting these things on...we finally got them on between me, my wife, and the bike tech). It ended up being a frustrating trip. We ended up not using the bikes due to the difficulty we had adjusting the rack. Sorry for a poor review. It is partially my own fault because I could have chosen a different rack in the first place.
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Swagman Trailhead Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting
This is a very solid product! I have used it for over a year now and love it! I have had up to 3 bikes on this without a problem and have traveled over 8 hours in the car one way with absolutely no issues. Many other bike racks like this one that I see on other cars look unstable this is not unstable in anyway. I did have to file some of the paint off of the rack to get it to fit in my 1 and 1/4" hitch but once that was done it has been perfect. I also bought the locking hitch bolt which is awesome too.
Well built and good quality. So glad I can haul bikes easier with our Honda Pilot now!
Set up: Yakima HangOver Bike Rack for 4 Mountain Bikes on a 2013 Dodge Ram Pickup
Hey guys it's Jake here with etrailer. Today we have a 2013 Ram 2500 and we're going to be doing a test fit to show you how the Yakima HangOver is going to interact with it. This bike rack is going to be meant for your larger mountain bikes like we have here and those downhill bikes. It's going to hold it by the fork at the top and by the tire here at the bottom. So our bracket here on the top is going to hold between our forks. So with this triangular design it's going to force itself up between the two forks, keeping that front wheel from moving side to side.
Set up: Thule Hitching Post Pro Bike Rack for 4 Bikes on a 2013 Dodge Ram Pickup
Today on our 2013 Dodge Ram 1500, we'll be test fitting the Thule Hitching Post Pro, part number TH934XTR. Now to begin our test fit, we'll slide the shank of the carrier into the opening of the hitch, line up our pin holes, thread our anti-rattle bolt through the pin holes, and tighten with a wrench. Now with the Hitching Post Pro secured to our Dodge Ram, we'll go over a few clearance measurements to see how they fit together. We have about 20-1/2" of ground clearance. The closest part of the carrier to the closest part of the vehicle here at the rear bumper is about 7". With the cradle arms folded down, we've added about 17" to the overall length of the vehicle.
Yakima StickUp 2 Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2013 Dodge Ram Pickup
Today on our 2013 Dodge Ram 1500, we'll be test fitting the Yakima StickUp 2-bike carrier, part number Y02420. Now to begin our test fit, we'll slide the shank of the carrier into the opening of the hitch, line up our pin holes, thread our anti-rattle bolt through the pin holes, and tighten with a wrench. Now with our Yakima StickUp secured to our Dodge Ram, we'll go over a few clearance measurements to see how they fit together. With the platform folded up, we have about 20" of ground clearance. The closest part of the carrier to the closest part of the vehicle's rear bumper is about 5". With the platform folded up, we've added about 10" to the overall length of the vehicle.
Yakima DoubleDown Ace Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2013 Dodge Ram Pickup
Today on our 2013 Dodge Ram 1500, we'll be test fitting the Yakima DoubleDown Ace 4-bike carrier, part number Y02451. Now to begin our test fit, we'll slide the shank of the carrier into the opening of the hitch, line up our pin holes, insert the pin with the red head into the pin holes, and turn the black knob to engage our anti-rattle device. Now with the DoubleDown Ace 4 secured to our Dodge Ram, we'll go over a few clearance measurements to see how they fit together. There is about 18" of ground clearance. The closest part of the carrier to the closest part of the vehicle here at the rear bumper is about 6". With the cradle arms folded down, we've added about 11" to the overall length of the vehicle.
Thule Vertex 4 Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2013 Dodge Ram Pickup
Today on our 2013 Dodge Ram 1500, we'll be test fitting the Thule Vertex 4-bike carrier, part number TH9029. Now to begin our test fit, we'll slide the shank of the carrier into the opening of the hitch, line up our pin holes, thread our anti-rattle bolt through the pin holes, and tighten with a wrench. Now with our Thule Vertex secured to our Dodge Ram, we'll go over a few clearance measurements to see how they fit together. There is about 20" of ground clearance. The closest part of the carrier to the closest part of the vehicle here at the rear bumper is about 4". With the cradle arms folded down, we've added about 12" to the overall length of the vehicle.
Thule Helium Aero Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2013 Dodge Ram Pickup
Today on our 2013 Dodge Ram 1500, we'll be test fitting the Thule Helium Aero 2-bike carrier, part number TH9042. Now to begin our test fit, we'll slide the shank of the carrier into the opening of the hitch, line up our pin holes, Insert the spring-loaded pin into the pin holes, and turn the black knob to engage the anti-rattle device. Now with our Thule Helium secured to our Dodge Ram, we'll go over a few clearance measurements to see how they fit together. We have about 25" of ground clearance. The closest part of the carrier to the closest part of the vehicle here at the rear bumper is about 2". With the cradle arms folded down, we've added about 19" to the overall length of the vehicle.
Thule Doubletrack Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2013 Dodge Ram Pickup
Today on our 2013 Dodge Ram 1500, we'll be test fitting the Thule DoubleTrack platform-style 2-bike carrier, part number TH990XT. Now to begin our test fit, we'll slide the shank of the carrier into the opening of the hitch, line up our pin holes, thread our anti-rattle bolt through the pin holes, and tighten with a wrench. Now with the Thule DoubleTrack secured to our Dodge Ram, we'll go over a few clearance measurements to see how they fit together. With the platform folded up, we have about 18" of ground clearance. The closest part of the carrier to the closest part of the vehicle here at the rear bumper is about 6". And with the platform folded up, we've added about 11" to the overall length of the vehicle.
Thule Apex 4 Swing Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2013 Dodge Ram Pickup
Today on our 2013 Dodge Ram 1500, we'll be test fitting the Thule Apex Swing 4-bike carrier, part number TH9027. Now to begin our test fit, we'll slide the shank of the carrier into the opening of the hitch, line up our pin holes, insert our spring-loaded pin into the pin holes, and turn the black knob to engage the anti-rattle device. Now with our Thule Apex Swing secured to our Dodge Ram, we'll go over a few clearance measurements to see how they fit together. There's about 19" of ground clearance. The closest part of the carrier to the closest part of the vehicle here at the rear bumper is about 1". With the cradle arms folded down, we've added about 21" to the overall length of the vehicle.
Thule Apex 4 Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2013 Dodge Ram Pickup
Today on our 2013 Dodge Ram 1500 we'll be test fitting the Thule Apex Four Bike Carrier, part number th9025. Now to begin our test fit we'll slide the shank of the carrier into the opening of the hitch, insert the spring-loaded pin into the pin holes and turn the black knob to engage the anti-rattle device.Now with our Thule Apex secured to our Dodge Ram we'll go over a few clearance measurements to see how they fit together. There's about 21 inches of ground clearance. The closest part of the carrier to the closest part of the vehicle here at the rear bumper is about one inch.With the cradle arms folded down we've added about 12 inches to the overall length of the vehicle. We'll now pull the gray lever at the top of the mast to swing the cradle arms out and we'll measure from the tailgate to the end of the cradle arms and we'll get a measurement of about 39 inches.To access the bed of the pickup truck we'll pull the gray lever at the bottom of the carrier to tilt the mast down. This will allow us to have access to our tailgate.
How to Set Up Your Swagman Titan Bike Rack for 4 Bikes on a 2013 Dodge Ram Pickup
Today on our 2013 Dodge Ram 1500, we'll be test fitting the Swagman Titan 4-bike carrier, part number S63410. Now to begin our test fit, we'll slide the shank of the carrier into the opening of the hitch, line up our pin holes, thread our anti-rattle bolt through the pin holes, and tighten with a wrench. Now with the Swagman tight and secured to our Dodge Ram, we'll go over a few clearance measurements to see how they fit together. There is about 21" of ground clearance. The closest part of the carrier to the closest part of the vehicle here at the rear bumper is about 9". With the cradle arms folded down, we have added about 21" to the overall length of the vehicle.
Kuat Sherpa Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2013 Dodge Ram Pickup
Today on our 2013 Dodge Ram 1500 we'll be test fitting the Kuat Sherpa Platform-Style Aluminum Two Bike Carrier, part number s102. To begin our test fit we'll slide the shank of the carrier into the opening of the hitch, line up our pin holes, insert our pin through the pin holes and secure with the lock on the other side.We'll now turn the black T-handle at the back of the shank to engage the anti-rattle device. Now with the Kuat Sherpa secured to our Dodge Ram we'll go over a few clearance measurements to see how they fit together. With the platform folded up we have about 22 inches of ground clearance.The closest part of the carrier to the closest part of the vehicle here at the rear bumper is about 2-1/2 inches. With the platform folded up we've added about 14 inches to the overall length of the vehicle. We'll now pull up on the gold handle to tilt the platform down and with the platform folded down we have about 29 inches of ground clearance and added about 30 inches to the overall length of the vehicle.With the platform folded down we can lower the tailgate and see if the tailgate does come in contact with the bike carrier.
Hollywood Racks Traveler 5 Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2013 Dodge Ram Pickup
Today on our 2013 Dodge Ram we'll be test fitting the Hollywood Racks Traveler Five Bike Carrier, part number hr9200. Now to begin our test fit we'll slide the shank of the carrier into the opening of the hitch, line up our pin holes, thread our anti-rattle bolt through the pin holes and tighten with a wrench.Now that the Hollywood Racks Traveler is secured to our Dodge Ram we'll go over a few clearance measurements to see how they fit together. There's about 18 inches of ground clearance. The closest part of the carrier to the closest part of the vehicle here at the rear bumper is about 12 inches.With the cradle arms folded down we've added about 16 inches to the overall length of the vehicle. We'll now loosen up the knobs on the left and right hand side of the carrier to bring the cradle arms out. We'll then tighten them down securing the cradle arms into position.
Setting up the Hollywood Racks Traveler Bike Rack for 4 Bikes on a 2013 Dodge Ram Pickup
Today on our 2013 Dodge Ram 1500 we'll be test fitting the Hollywood Racks Traveler Four Bike Carrier, part number hr8500. Now to begin our test fit we'll slide the shank of the carrier into the opening of the hitch, line up our pin holes, thread our anti-rattle bolt through the pin holes and tighten with a wrench.Now with our Hollywood Racks Traveler secured to our Dodge Ram we'll go over a few clearance measurements to see how they fit together. There's about 18 inches of ground clearance. The closest part of the carrier to the closest part of the vehicle here at the rear bumper is about five inches.With the cradle arms folded down we've added about nine inches to the overall length of the vehicle. We'll now pull the pin at the top of the mast to swing the cradle arms out and we'll measure from the vehicle's tailgate to the end of the carrier's cradle arms and we'll get a measurement of about 36 inches.Now this bike carrier does have the ability to tilt down by removing the pin and clip at the base of the carrier and tilting the mast down. When lowering the tailgate the tailgate does come in contact with the mast of the carrier.
Thule Gate Mate Tailgate Pad and Bike Rack Review - 2013 Dodge Ram Pickup
Today on our 2013 Dodge Ram Pickup we'll be test fitting the Thule Gate Mate Tailgate Pad and Bike Rack 62 inches wide for full size trucks, part number TH824. To begin our test fit we'll go ahead and drape the mat over our tailgate. This is where it may be helpful to have an extra set of hands. We'll bring the straps around the underside of our tailgate, feed the straps through our tightening brackets on the other side, and pull them tight. We want to make sure that the Thule logo is at the bottom of our mat on the passenger side. We can also flip open the pad here to gain access to our tailgate handle.
Setting up the Yakima FrontLoader Wheel Mount Bike Carrier on a 2013 Dodge Ram Pickup
Today on our 2013 Dodge Ram pick-up truck 1500 we are going to be testing the Yakima FrontLoader roof mounted bike carrier for part number Y02103. To mount this bike rack up on top of our vehicle, we are going to set it on top of the front cross bars. Well use the hand knob on the front of the bike rack to tighten down the front clamp around the cross bar. In the rear, we are going to use the wing nut, T-Bolt and the clamp to secure the rear half of the bike rack around our rear bar. With both clamps secure our bike rack is mounted and were ready to load up. To load our bike the first thing we need to do is open up the front wheel hoop all the way.
Yakima StickUp 2 Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2012 Dodge Ram
Today on our 2012 Dodge Ram 1500, we're going to be test fitting the Yakima StickUp 2 Hitch Mounted Bike Rack, part number Y02420. Now, we've already gone ahead and installed our bike rack into the vehicle, tightening down our anti-rattle bolt. This is what it would look like in the stored position on your truck. We'll now go ahead and give you a few measurements. Our ground clearance at the bike rack is 19 inches and from the closest point of the bike rack to the back of the vehicle in the stored position is 4 inches. When we fold the platform down, we'll add an additional 33 inches of overall length to the vehicle.
Yakima Holdup Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2012 Dodge Ram
Today on our 2012 Dodge Ram 1500, we'll be test fitting the Yakima HoldUp 2 Hitch Mounted Bike Rack, part number Y02433. Now, we've already gone ahead and installed our bike rack into the vehicle and secured it with our anti-rattle device. We'll now give you a few measurements. Our ground clearance at the bike rack is 18 inches and from the closest point of the bike rack to the back of the vehicle is about 8 inches. We'll now go ahead and fold the platform down and attempt to open the tailgate. Before the tailgate reaches its full down position, it does come in contact with the bike rack.
Thule Vertex 4 Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2012 Dodge Ram
Today on our 2012 Dodge Ram 1500, we'll be test fitting the Thule Vertex 4 Bike Carrier, part number TH9029. To begin our test fit, well simply install the bike rack shank into the hitch. We'll line up our hitch pin hole and install our anti-rattle bolt. With the bolt installed, our bike rack is secured to the vehicle and now we can give you a few measurements. Our ground clearance at the bike rack is 18-1/2 inches and from the closest point of the bike rack to the bumper is 4-1/2 inches. We'll now go ahead and pull the hitch switch at the bottom of the bike rack.
Thule Parkway 2 Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2012 Dodge Ram
Today on our 2012 Dodge Ram 1500, we'll be test fitting part number TH958, the Thule Parkway 2 Bike Carrier. Now to begin our installation, we'll simply slide the bike rack shank into the hitch, line up the hitch pin hole, and insert our anti-rattle bolt. With our bolt tight, our bike rack is secured to the vehicle. Now, we'll go ahead and give you a few measurements. The ground clearance at the bike rack is 18 inches and from the closest point of the bike rack to the back of the vehicle is 3-1/2 inches. We'll now attempt to tilt the bike rack mast down and open our tailgate.
Will the Thule Hitching Post Pro Bike Rack for 4 Bikes Fit Your 2012 Dodge Ram Pickup?
Today on our 2012 Dodge Ram 1500, we'll be test fitting the Thule Hitching Post Pro, part number TH934XTR. Now, we've already gone ahead and installed our bike rack into the hitch and line up our hitch pin, and installed our anti-rattle bolt. Our bike rack is secured and this is what it will look like on your truck. Now, we'll go ahead and give you a few measurements. Our ground clearance at the bike rack is 17 inches and from the closest point of the bike rack to the back of the vehicle is 10 inches. We'll now go ahead and tilt the mast down to open our tailgate.
Thule Doubletrack Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2012 Dodge Ram
Today on our 2012 Dodge Ram 1500, we'll be test fitting the Thule Doubletrack Platform Style Bike Carrier, part number TH990XT. Our vehicle is equipped with a 2-inch class hitch so we've installed our adapter and we're ready to go ahead and fit it. We'll simply slide the bike rack shank into the hitch, line up the hitch pin hole, and install our anti-rattle device. With that, our bike rack is secured and we can go ahead and give you a few measurements. Our ground clearance at the bike rack is 17-1/2 inches and from the closest point of the bike rack to the back of the vehicle in the stored position is 4 inches. The closest point of the bike rack platform is 17 inches from the back of the vehicle and with the platform down, you'll add an additional 31 inches to the overall length of your truck.
Thule Apex 4 Swing Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2012 Dodge Ram
Today on our 2012 Dodge Ram 1500, we'll be test fitting the Thule Apex Swing 4 Bike Carrier, part number TH9027. Now, we've already gone ahead and installed our bike rack into the hitch and tightened down our anti-rattle knob to secure it to the vehicle. Now, we'll give you a few measurements. The ground clearance at the bike rack is 19 inches and from the closest point of the bike rack to the back of the vehicle is 5-1/2 inches. Now, we'll go ahead and load our bike. We'll pull the hitch switch at the top of the bike rack mast to bring the arms out.
Compatible? Yes! The Swagman Titan Bike Rack for 2 Bikes Fits a 2012 Dodge Ram Pickup
Today on our 2012 Dodge Ram 1500, we'll be test fitting the Swagman Titan 4 Bike Carrier, part number S63410. With our vehicle equipped with a 2-inch hitch, we've already installed our adapter sleeve so we're ready to go ahead and fit it to the vehicle. We'll simply install the bike rack shank into the hitch, line up the hitch pin hole, and install our anti-rattle device. That will secure our bike rack to the vehicle. Now, we'll go ahead and give you a few measurements. Our bike rack ground clearance is 21 inches and from the closest point of the bike rack to the back of the vehicle is 9-1/2 inches.
SportRack EZ Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2012 Dodge Ram
Today on our 2012 Dodge Ram 1500, we'll be test fitting the Sportrack 2 Bike Mounted Bike Rack, part #A30901. Our vehicle's equipped with a two-inch class three hitch. So with our adaptor installed, we're ready to fit it to the vehicle. We'll slide the bike rack shank into the hitch, line up the hitch pin hole and insert our anti-rattle bolt. And with our bolt tight, our bike rack is secured to the vehicle and we're ready to go ahead and load it up. At this point, we'll give you a few measurements.
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