Light-Weight Hitch Bike Rack Recommendations
Question:
Do you have a light weight, such as aluminum, single bike rack for hitch application?
asked by: Einar R
Helpful Expert Reply:
It looks like the 2020 Honda CR-V has both 1-1/4" and 2" hitch receiver options.
With that in mind, I recommend the Saris Freedom, part # SA4412B, as it will fit both sizes of receivers. It weighs only 22.5 lbs. but can still support bikes up to 60 lbs. It can hold two bikes, but I chose this one for you because our single bike rack actually weighs more. Even with that, it's very slim by design as there is a single post that is used for both bikes. It's made of steel. I've linked to a video review of this one for you.
Of course, if the aluminum is a must, we do have the Thule Helium Pro, part # TH9042PRO. It also fits 1-1/4" and 2" receivers and carries 2 bikes. This one, though, is a hanging style bike rack rather than a platform like the Freedom. Also, it can only carry bikes up to 37.5 pounds by their crosstube. Those two facets make it less versatile than the Freedom, but it does weigh slightly less at 19 lbs. I've linked to a video review of this one, too.
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Saris Freedom Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Frame Mount
- Locks Not Included
- 2 Bikes
- Class 1
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Electric Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
- Saris
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