Can The Swagman Cable Lock Be Used To Secure 2 Bikes Or Just 1?

Question:

Hi, I’m looking at purchasing the Swagman XC2 bike rack for my 2004 Toyota RAV 4. I am going to purchase the anti-rattle hitch lock and cable as well but was wondering if that would secure two bikes to the rack or if I need to purchase more than one of them? I want to be sure I am able to lock both bikes to the rack and the rack to the car so that it cannot be taken apart and things stolen. Thank you, I look forward to my purchase!

asked by: Elizabeth H

Expert Reply:

For the Swagman XC2 Bike Rack for 2 bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount # S64650 you will want to go with the Anti-Rattle Hitch Lock and Cable for Swagman Bike Racks w/ 1-1/4" & Combo Shanks - 7' # S64031. The anti-rattle hitch lock which will prevent wobble and vibration and also secure the carrier to your hitch receiver. The cable lock is 7 feet long which is more than enough to wrap around the wheels or frames of 2 bikes as you can see at about 12:40 in the video I attached for you. I also attached a demonstration video for the Swagman XC2 bike rack if you'd like to check that out as well.

expert reply by: Andrew N