Recommended Trailer Hitch and Bike Rack for Casita Spirit Deluxe RV
Question:
I have a 17foot Casita Spirit Deluxe and would like to install a receiver hitch on the back to use for bike rack or carrier. It must mount to the frame, not bumper mounted. Do you have a product that fits?
asked by: Jeffrey B
Expert Reply:
We do have a few frame mount receiver hitches that are designed for the back of an RV like your Casita Spirit Deluxe.
I recommend looking at the Curt Adjustable Width Trailer Hitch for RVs # 13703. This can be either welded or bolted onto frame widths between 22 inches and 72 inches. The 2 inch receiver opening will provide a 350 pound tongue weight capacity and will be perfect for hitch-mounted accessories like a bike rack or cargo carrier. I have attached an installation video for you to check out.
For a bike rack that is rated for use with an RV, I recommend the Swagman Dispatch 2 Bike Platform Rack # S44FR. This is a platform-style carrier that can hold up to 2 bikes at 45 pounds each. The sliding wheel cradles can accommodate bikes of different lengths using the built-in hand knobs. The rack also includes an anti-rattle hitch lock and cable lock to secure both the carrier to the trailer hitch and the bikes to the rack.
I have included a video review of this product as well as a couple of links that will take you to our available selection of RV approved bike racks and cargo carriers.
Products Referenced in This Question
Swagman Dispatch Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Frame Mount
- Hitch Lock
- 2 Bikes
- Class 3
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Swagman
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Adjustable Width Trailer Hitch Receiver for RVs, 22" to 72" Wide
- RV and Camper Hitch
- Frame Mount Hitch
- 22 - 72 Inch Wide Frame
- 350 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Bolt-On
- Weld-On
- CURT
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