What Bike Rack do You Recommend for Transporting 2 Occasional Bikes?
Question:
Can I use swagman XC2 Bike Rack # S64650 with my Mazda CX-9 and connect # S64663 to extend capacity to 4 bikes? I already have # S64663 but need to add 2 more bikes occasionally. Thanks.
asked by: Ton R
Expert Reply:
I have an answer for you. Unfortunately, there is no way to connect the Swagman XC2 Bike Rack # S64650 to your Swagman Traveler XC2 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 2" Hitches or RV Bumpers # S64663. Swagman also does not make any 2-bike extensions that are compatible with your # S64663.
For the easiest route, I recommend keeping your # S64663 and purchasing the SeaSucker Mini Bomber Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - Fork Mount - Vacuum Cup Mount # 298-BM2006 for when you have to transport those 2 additional bikes. The Mini Bomber mounts effectively to the roof of your Mazda CX-9 and does not interfere with the XC2. I attached a demo video that shows the true strength of the SeaSucker vacuum cups. This rack fits 9-mm thru-axles for a fork-mount attachment style. If the 2 additional bikes happen to have different fork dimensions, there are many adapters available to use the Mini Bomber. I went ahead and attached a product page that lists them. The product page also has them listed as well.
For theft deterrence of the Mini Bomber, I recommend the etrailer Cable Lock # e98891 along with the SeaSucker Cable Anchor # 298-BA0010.
Products Referenced in This Question
SeaSucker Cable Anchor for Cable Lock - Window Mounted
- Accessories and Parts
- Roof Bike Racks
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Lock Parts
- SeaSucker
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SeaSucker Mini Bomber Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - Fork Mount - Vacuum Cup Mount
- Roof Bike Racks
- Fork Mount
- 9mm Fork
- Locks Not Included
- No Crossbars
- Disc Brake Compatible
- Suction Cup Mount
- Black
- SeaSucker
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etrailer Cable Lock - 10' Long - 5/16" Diameter - Steel - Keyed Alike
- Cable Locks
- Utility Lock
- Keyed Alike
- Steel
- 10 Feet Long
- etrailer
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Swagman Traveler XC2 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 2" Hitches or RV Bumpers - Frame Mount
- RV and Camper Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- RV Bumper Rack
- Frame Mount
- Locks Not Included
- 2 Bikes
- Mountain Bikes
- Road Bikes
- Womens Bikes
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Motorhome
- Travel Trailer
- Fifth Wheel
- Swagman
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Swagman XC2 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 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Swagman
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