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  • Recommended Ceiling-Mount Bike Storage System
  • We do offer a number of ceiling-mount bike storage systems that can be seen on the linked page. These vary in their weight capacities from 50- to 100-lbs. I suggest taking a look at the Saris Cycle Glide 4 Bike Ceiling Storage System # SA6020. If you need more capacity this rack can be expanded to 6-bike capacity using the kit you referenced, part # SA6021.
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  • Availability of Wall-Mount Storage for 2-Inch Hitch Bike Racks
  • We don't have the exact item you're describing but we do have an option for you to allow you to work on your bike while it is mounted on your hitch rack. For a wall-mount bike rack storage system for 2-inch hitch racks we offer the Swagman X Mount Bike Carrier Storage Rack # S80940. This cost-effective rack holder mounts to a wall (hardware included) and offers a 100-lb total weight capacity (meaning the bikes and your bike rack cannot together weight more than 100-lbs). You can use...
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  • Bumper-Mounted RV-Approved Bike Carrier Options
  • We have 2- and 4-bike RV-approved bumper-mount bike carriers that you can see on the linked page. These include platform style racks such as the 4-bike Swagman # S80600. Your bumper must be continuously welded (not just spot welded) in order to use any of these racks. The Swagman S80500 rack provides 12-inches of clearance for a rear-mounted spare tire so it may not work with your bumper-mounted storage box. All RV-rated bike racks are shown on the linked page. We also have an option...
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  • Hanger That Will Allow Hollywood Racks Sport Rider Bike Rack To Be Stored Vertically & Tight On Wall
  • I do have a possible solution for you as the engineers at Swagman said their X Mount Bike Carrier Storage Rack # S80940 is only capable of supporting a ball mount by the vertical hanger. You would have to position your Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE Bike Rack # HLY84FR into the horizontal tube which you already identified would stick out to far. The Rear Hanger # 721585 would allow you to bolt it to your wall and is going to be more than strong enough to support the weight of your bike...
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  • Recommended Wall Mount For 2" Receiver Hitch Accessories
  • Yes, we currently have the Swagman X Mount Bike Carrier Storage Rack # S80940, which can be used to hold your Camco Hitch-Mounted Flagpole Holder for 2" Hitch Receivers # CAM51611 as well as one other ball mount or other trailer hitch receiver accessory. When not in use the receiver tube can be turned to either side for a more compact fit.
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  • RV Bumper Mount Rack and the 24x60 etrailer Cargo Carrier for RV Bumper
  • For the Lippert Components flip down version of added storage the # LC243621 is the only option currently available from our supplier. However, we do have other options of RV bumper bike rack/storage available, such as the # S80605 & the # S80600. These are each built for 4" to 4-1/2" continuous welded steel square bumpers. They are not a fold-up version but work well if you are looking for a bike rack that can also be used to strap extra cargo to. If however you are more interested...
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  • 2 Hitch Bike Rack Needed For 2 Bikes That Weigh 70 Pounds Each
  • We have the Lets Go Aero V-Lectric FAT PRO Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes, # LGA77FR. This is fits Class III, 2" x 2" trailer hitch receivers such as that on your 2018 Mazda CX-5. With this, you can carry 2 e-bikes with this heavy-duty, V-shaped rack with button-adjustable cradles. The rack arms can be removed for storage and 2 anti-rattle hitch pins prevent movement in trailer hitch receiver. The weight capacity of this bike rack is 75 lbs. per bike with a tire width up to 4-1/2". ...
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  • Bike Carrier That Can be Added to Cargo Platform
  • Lippert does not offer a bike carrier add-on for their Tailgate Storage System LC404069 but other companies do have such items. For instance, Stromberg Carlson offers their cargo carrier Bike Rack Adapter kit # CC-125 which handles two bikes. This kit simply bolts to the bottom metal mesh decking of a cargo system like the Lippert. Hardware for installation and tie-down straps to secure the bikes are included. Please check out the linked video to see more on this item. This rack does...
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  • Trunk-Mount Bike Racks for 2006 BMW 325Ci Convertible
  • I checked with Curt, Draw-Tite and Hidden Hitch brands and none offers a trailer hitch for your 2006 BMW 325Ci convertible. Hitches are offered only for the 2006 325i and 325xi sedans and for the xi Sports Wagon. I am sorry we could not get you the item you wanted. But if you are looking for a bike rack, we do offer trunk-mount carriers that are confirmed to fit on your 2006 BMW 325Ci convertible. Just click on the link provided to see convertible-friendly 2- and 3-bike racks from Thule,...
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  • Recommended Bike Rack for Carrying 3 Bikes Where One Bike Has 16 Inch Tires
  • I have a solution for you to carry 3 bikes on a platform rack, but the Kuat Transfer 3 is not currently available; additionally the Kuat Transfer racks are designed for bikes with at least 20" tires, so it wouldn't work for your child's bike with 16" tires. With that said, your best option because of the small tires on the children's bike is going to be a hanging rack; I recommend using the Thule Helium Pro # TH9043PRO. This is a 3 bike rack that folds up easily for storage and can be...
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  • Recommended Platform Bike Rack with a Ramp For Loading and Unloading
  • I recommend checking out the Thule EasyFold XT # TH903202, which is the original platform bike rack with a ramp to make loading easier. The EasyFold XT can carry 2 bikes that weigh up to 65-lbs each and this rack tilts away from your vehicle to allow easy access to the rear cargo area. I really like that this rack comes with locks for your bikes and an anti-rattle hitch pin to keep the rack secured to your vehicle, and the ramp folds up for easy storage when not in use. You can also add...
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  • Availability of Cargo Carrier with 4-Bike Rack Attachment
  • If you're looking for a cargo basket that installs on a trailer hitch and is also able to be paired up with a bike rack then the best option is the Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE2 Platform Bike Rack w/ Cargo Carrier for 2" Hitches # HR1450Z-85 which is also available.. I'm not aware of any cargo carriers available anywhere that can have a 4-bike rack attached to them because that would extend the load out way too far and it would add more leverage to the hitch which could overload it very...
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  • Bike Rack and Loading Ramp Option
  • I have bike rack option with a loading ramp available for you, but the Inno Tire Hold 2 Bike Platform Rack, # INH120 does not have an add-on option for a loading ramp. I suggest the Thule EasyFold XT Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes, # TH903202. Like the Inno, this is for both 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches but is a frame mount bike rack design instead of holding by wheels. It does have an aluminum ramp with it to assist in loading bikes and it folds up and stores on the bike rack too. Another...
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  • Best Value 4-Bike Rack Recommendation that is Easier to Use/Store
  • Thanks for all the info you listed! So based on what you are looking for the best bike rack option is the Hollywood Racks 4-bike # HR4000. This is a platform rack like you are wanting, fits the bike sizes you have, and is surprisingly lighterweight at 42 lbs. It also can fold up when not in use for storage as well and costs less than the other racks you mentioned. Check out the review video link I attached for this rack as well.
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  • Trailer Hitch Fitment for a 2019 Chevy Trax
  • We do have the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver # DT32GR as a fit for your 2019 Chevy Trax. This is a Class III hitch with a 2" receiver so it will be able to handle a wide variety of accessories. If you were looking to use this for a bike rack then I recommend checking out the Kuat Beta Bike Rack # B202-2 because it's lightweight (12.6 lbs), can fold up for easier storage, and the arms are closer together which reduces the need for an adapter bar like part # UB01. Attached is a review...
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  • Availabiliity of Hitch-Mount Bike Rack For Use While Towing Small Trailer With Class II Hitch
  • Your 2008 Mercury Mariner can be equipped with either a 1-1/4-inch Class II or a 2-inch Class III trailer hitch. There are many towing-type bike racks available for use with 2-inch hitches however there are no towing racks offered for use with Class II hitches that have a 1-1/4-inch receiver. This is because the lighter-duty Class II hitches do not have the capacity required to handle the forces applied to the ball mount from an attached bike carrier. Your options are then to either replace...
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  • Need a Platform Style Bike Rack for Travel Trailer to Haul Heavy Bike
  • We do not currently have available a platform style bike rack that is rated for being used on a travel trailer. Due to suspension design, there is a rougher ride with travel trailers than passenger vehicles that have better developed suspension systems. Add to this the fact that travel trailers are towed, allowing sway from connection point, you need a more durable bike rack to withstand the torque and movement applied when loaded with a bike(s). There is a fairly wide selection of...
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch for 2019 Volkswagen Jetta
  • The available 1-1/4-inch Class I hitch options for your 2019 Jetta include the Curt round tube hitch # C11540 and the Draw-Tite model # 24978. The Curt offers easier installation but its cross tube will be visible under the bumper cover. The Draw-Tite hitch installation requires removal of the entire bumper fascia and the bumper itself but gives you a much more discrete appearance once installed. The linked photo shows the Draw-Tite hitch. Both hitches include all of the required mounting...
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  • Recommended Setup to Haul Two 105 lb Mopeds With 2011 Acura MDX
  • I do have a solution for you, but there are no bike rack options that will hold up two 105 lb Mopeds. It is just too much weight. What you will need to do is get a small utility trailer, like the Detail K2 Mighty Multi A-Frame Utility Trailer # K2MMT5X7, and haul your Mopeds around in that. To do this with your 2011 Acura MDX you will need a trailer hitch receiver, a ball mount and hitch ball, and a trailer wiring kit. If you do not already have a trailer hitch receiver I recommend going...
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  • Trailer Hitch and Wiring for a 2015 BMW X3
  • We offer several 2-inch Class III trailer hitch receivers for your 2015 BMW X3 and all can be seen on the link provided at right. The most popular is the Draw-Tite # 76226 which offers 750-lb tongue weight and 5000-lb towing capacities. This 2-inch hitch will provide excellent compatibility with a range of accessories like bike racks and cargo carriers as well as allow you to tow. The recommended ball mount for use with this hitch is # 2753 and you can choose the ball size you need to...
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