Expert Answers about Hitch Bike Racks

• Is a Hitch Lock Included with Swagman XTC4 and Will it Fit a 2 Inch Hitch
• The Swagman XTC4 4-Bike Rack # S64665 does include a hitch lock. The hitch pin is threaded as well to serve as an anti-rattle device, which will minimize movement of the bike rack in the trailer hitch receiver. The threaded hitch pin locks to the trailer hitch. A braided steel cable is also included to help secure the bikes to the rack. The XTC4 # S64665 is designed to only fit a 2 inch trailer hitch receiver. No adapter is needed because the bike rack shank is designed to fit a 2 inch...
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• Is a Threaded Hitch Pin Included with the Draw-Tite Class III Max-Frame Trailer Hitch # 75586
• The Draw-Tite Class III Max-Frame Trailer Hitch, item # 75586, does not come with a pin or bolt to attach accessories to the hitch. These parts are sold separately. Attaching a bike rack with a built in anti-Rattle Device that requires a threaded hitch pin will require a hitch pin from the bike rack manufacturer. If your bike rack has a hollow receiver you can use the Softride Anti-Rattle Device and Lock for 2 inch Trailer Hitches, item # SR25219 to install a threaded anti-rattle device...
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• Using a Hitch Extender with a Bike Rack
• The Brophy Hitch Extender, # HE06, comes as pictured. You will need a hitch pin and clip like # PC3 or a hitch pin receiver lock like # e98880 to secure the extender. If you want safety and security you will need a receiver lock on both the extender and the bike rack. You may also want to purchase a security cable to secure your bikes to the rack. This cable would run through the frames of the bikes and around the hitch or through the safety cable attachment on the hitch to secure the...
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• How Can Bikes Be Locked on Yakima Hitch Mounted Folding Bike Rack Y02457
• The Yakima RidgeBack 2 Bike Rack - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting Item # Y02457 comes with a hitch lock. You can also add a cable to secure the bikes, such as the # e98891 or any other similar item. The cable simply wraps around the bike top frame tubes to secure them.
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• How to Lock Swagman Trailhead 4-Bike Rack
• The answer is actually all of the above - the Swagman Trailhead 4-Bike Rack # S63380 does not come with any locks, either to lock it into the hitch or the cable lock for the bikes. You can add both, however, with the Anti-Rattle Hitch Lock and Cable for Swagman Bike Racks # S64031 This will allow you to lock the rack to your hitch, and bikes to the rack, respectively. I have added a link to a video review for you to check out of the lock as well as a link to a review of the Swagman...
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• Does Kuat Transfer 3 Bike Platform Rack TS03G Include Locks for the Rack and Loaded Bikes
• The Kuat Transfer 3 Bike Platform Rack TS03G does not include any locks as standard equipment but we do offer the add-on Cable Lock and Hitch Lock Kit # PTSCLK13. This kit includes an anti-rattle hitch lock to secure the rack in your hitch as well as a cable lock to secure your bikes to the rack.
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• Does the Thule Vertex 4 Bike Rack Have a Hitch Lock
• The (discontinued) Thule Vertex 4 Bike Rack TH9029XT has an integrated cable lock which secures the bikes to the bike rack, but it only uses the anti-rattle hitch pin which doesn't lock. Thule does provide their Snug Tite Hitch Lock and Anti-Rattle Device # THSTL2 which will still give you that anti-rattle feature, while also adding on the locking feature that you are looking for. You can use the Thule One-Key System Lock Cylinders # TH450200 to use on both the bike rack and the Snug Tite...
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• Does the Replacement SportRack Wheel Mount Bike Rack 2" Sleeve Come with Attachment Hardware
• No, the Replacement SportRack Wheel Mount Bike Rack 2" Sleeve # 050042 does not come with screws to attach it to the shank. The Replacement Threaded Hitch Bolt for SportRack Bike Racks and Cargo Carriers # 05002400000 is available separately and works to secure both the rack in the hitch and the sleeve to the shank.
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• Is an Anti-Theft Hitch Pin Included with the Kuat Beta Aluminum Bike Rack
• The Kuat Beta Folding 2 Bike Lightweight Aluminum Rack for 2 inch Trailer Hitches, item # B202-2, does not come with a locking hitch pin. We have a good selection (see link) of 2 inch hitch locks available. A hitch lock is recommended with this bike rack. Our Stainless Steel Flush Design Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock, item # e98882, would be a good choice for this hitch.
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• Does the Hollywood Racks Destination # HR4000 Come with a Hitch Lock and Bike Locks?
• As far as your first question - yes. The Hollywood Racks Destination # HR4000 comes with a hitch lock that locks the rack to the hitch. I went ahead and attached a screenshot of this lock. For your second question, the Destination does not come with a lock for the bikes. However, you can buy a cable lock to thread around the bikes and through the center mast. For this route, I recommend using the etrailer Cable Lock # e98891. With both of these locks, your rack and the bikes have theft-deterrence...
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• Does the Replacement Spine for the Yakima HoldUp 2 Bike Rack Include a Hitch Pin
• The Replacement Spine for the HoldUp 2 Bike Rack, # Y8890278, unfortunately, does not include a hitch pin. The Mounting Hardware for the HoldUp Rack, # Y8880129, is the replacement hitch bolt and clip that is needed for the Yakima HoldUp 2 Bike Rack.
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• Can Rack Lock Be Added to Rhino-Rack Hanging Style 2 Bike Rack
• The Rhino-Rack 2 Bike Rack # RRRBC045 doesn't come with bike or rack locks and since the only way to accomplish this is by wrapping a cable lock like part # e98891 around the bikes, rack, and trailer hitch I recommend checking out a different bike rack instead. For a cost-effective bike rack alternative you can use the Swagman Trailhead # S63360 which can be locked to the vehicle with part # S64029. You will still need a cable lock like part # e98891 to lock the bikes though. For a 2-bike...
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• Does the Swagman Trailhead 2 Bike Rack # S63360 Come with the Proper Hitch Pin
• Yes, the Swagman Trailhead 2 Bike Rack, # S63360, comes with an anti-rattle, threaded hitch pin and clip which will secure the rack to your trailer hitch. I have attached a short video for you.
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• Does Swagman XTC4 4-Bike Rack # S64665 Include Locking Anti-Rattle Hitch Pin
• Yes, the Swagman XTC4 4-Bike Rack # S64665 includes both a built-in lock for both securing your loaded bikes and an anti-rattle lock for securing the rack itself to your hitch. The XTC4 includes many other advanced features to add to your biking experience such as offset cushioned hooks to gently hold your bikes in place, adjustable wheel hoops for a perfect fit with your bikes' wheels and an angled base for better ground clearance. The linked video illustrates.
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• Does the Rola NV2 Trailer Hitch Mounted 2 Bike Rack Come with an Anti-Rattle Device
• The Rola NV2 bike rack comes with hitch pins for the 1-1/4 inch and 2 inch shank ends on the bike rack but does not have an anti-rattle threaded bolt. If you are using the 2 inch end, you can use the anti-rattle and hitch lock # SR25219. If you are using the 1-1/4 inch end, since it is solid, you can use # 63090 for the anti rattle and the # 2848DAT for a hitch lock. I have included a link to a video review of the bike rack for you and a link to a video on the anti-rattle device.
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• Does Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE 2-Bike Carrier for Electric Bicycles Come with Locks
• Actually the Hollywood Racks Bike Rack part # HLY84FR comes with a hitch lock to secure the rack to the hitch and then a cable lock that secures the bikes to the rack so you wouldn't need to go with any additional locks.
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• Recommended Locking Anti-Rattle Hitch Pin For The Swagman Traveler XC2 Bike Rack
• The Swagman Traveler XC2 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 2" Hitches or RV Bumpers - Frame Mount Item # S64663 comes with an anti-rattle hitch pin but if you want a locking one you'll need the Locking Anti-Rattle, Threaded Hitch Pin for Swagman 2" Hitch Racks Item # S64027
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• Does the Yakima FullSwing 4 Bike Rack Include a Receiver Lock
• Yes, the Yakima FullSwing 4Bike Rack, # Y02465, does include a lock that will secure the rack to your vehicle's trailer hitch. The lock on the Yakima FullSwing is integrated in to the orange anti-rattle knob that is located at the bottom of the rack. When you install the bike rack into your trailer hitch, you will turn the anti-rattle device knob until the rack is secured in the hitch. The Yakima FullSwing will include a set of keys that will fit the lock in the knob. Once you use the...
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• Does the Hollywood Racks Trail Rider # HR200Z Come With a Threaded Hitch Bolt
• The Hollywood Racks Trail Rider # HR200Z does come with the threaded hitch bolt to help limit the movement of the bike rack. If you would like to add a lock to the bike rack and the bikes then you can also get part # HRLHPTC which comes keyed alike.
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• How to Secure a Bike on the Hollywood Racks TRS Hitch Bike Rack to Deter Theft
• The Hollywood Racks TRS Bike Rack, # HR3000, does not include integrated locks on the ratcheting arms. Use a cable lock like # e98891 if you decide on the Hollywood Racks bike Rack.
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