Will the RV Rider # HLY64FR Work for My 2 E-Bikes on My Fifth-Wheel with a Rear Ladder?
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Thanks for the in-depth information. Looks like I will be doing some measuring. The hitch on the RV is rated at 300#/3000#. Is that going to be a problem?
asked by: Gordy P
Helpful Expert Reply:
Yes - the Hollywood Racks RV Rider Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes - 2" Hitches # HLY64FR is the same as model HR1700. We here at etrailer usually have different part numbers than the bike rack manufacturer.
With the ladder at the middle of your 2022 Grand Design Reflection 341RDS, there is a way to know for sure if the rack does not interfere with the RV Rider when folded up. The measurement you need to conduct is from the center of your hitch pin hole to the furthest outward point of the ladder or your rear bumper (whichever sticks out further). If that measurement does not exceed 7-1/2 inches long you have enough room to fold up the RV Rider on your trailer. With the RV Rider, it requires your hitch to have a minimum maximum tongue weight of 350 pounds.
If you find you need more shank length, I recommend using a hitch extender like the Hitch Extender For 2" Trailer Hitch Receiver 7" # HE06. With a hitch extender, the shorter the length you have to get to the length you need, the better. This is because adding an exceptional amount of length to the rear of your fifth-wheel trailer will add the possibility for extra movement when traveling. This adapter adds 7 inches to the length of your hitch receiver opening that you can factor into the original measurement. It is important to note that using this extender reduces the overall weight capacity of your hitch by 50%.
With the extender, I recommend using the etrailer Anti-Rattle Hitch Stabilizer for 2" Hitches - Vinyl Coated Steel # e99007 for dramatically increasing the support and stability of the setup.
If you happen to need a hitch receiver for your trailer, I recommend the Adjustable Width Trailer Hitch Receiver for RVs, 22" to 72" Wide # 13703. Not only does this provide you with 350 pounds of maximum tongue weight without the extender and 175 pounds of maximum tongue weight when using the extender, it also includes a gloss outer coat over the base powder coat to provide you with better resistance against rust and corrosion than other brands. In order to make sure that the hitch is compatible, I recommend measuring the width of your trailer's frame from left to right. As long as the frame falls within 22-72 inches wide, this hitch is compatible.
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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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Swagman Bike Frame Adapter Bar - Small - 22-1/2" - 30" - 35 lbs
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Spare Tire Bike Racks
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Adapter Bar
- Frame
- 24-3/8 - 33-3/4 Inch Long
- Swagman
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etrailer Anti-Rattle Hitch Stabilizer for 2" Hitches - Vinyl Coated Steel
- Hitch Anti-Rattle
- Standard Anti-Rattle
- Universal
- Steel
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Clamp Style
- Accessory Anti-Rattle
- Towing Anti-Rattle
- etrailer
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Hitch Extender For 2" Trailer Hitch Receiver 7"
- Hitch Adapters
- Hitch Extender
- Bike Racks
- Cargo Carriers
- Hitch Mounted Accessories
- Trailers
- 7-3/8 Inch Extension
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 3500 lbs
- Brophy
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Fat Tire Adapter Kit for Swagman G10 and E-Spec Bike Racks
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Wheel Adapters
- E-Spec
- G10
- Swagman
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Swagman E-Spec Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes - 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Frame Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 2 Bikes
- Class 3
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Electric Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
- Swagman
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Hollywood Racks RV Rider Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes - 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- RV and Camper Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- RV Hitch Rack
- Frame Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 2 Bikes
- Electric Bikes
- Fat Bikes
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Motorhome
- Fifth Wheel
- Flat-Towed Vehicle
- Hollywood Racks
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Gordy P.
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Thanks for the in-depth information. Looks like I will be doing some measuring. The hitch on the RV is rated at 300#/3000#. Is that going to be a problem?