Recommended 4 Bike Trailer Hitch Bike Carrier for a 2012 Nissan Armada

Question:

We have a nissan armada and need a 4 bike platform hitch that will tilt down for car access and fold up when not in use. We would like it to have locks for both the bikes and for the hitch itself. We will have both adult and children bikes and we would prefer it to be as easy as possible to assemble and secure all the bicycles.

asked by: Wendy

Expert Reply:

The 4 bike platform-style hitch carrier # Y02443-2 will fit your 2012 Nissan Armada. It will fold-up and tilt just like you are wanting. Gaining access to your hatch cargo area with 4 bikes on the platform rack may be challenging because when you tilt the platform rack it will get quite heavy.

Since you will be carrying children's bikes, I recommend an Thule adapter bar # TH982XT. It adapts women's, alternative, oversize and some children's bike frames to fit various bike racks. It will attach to your bike seat post and handlebar stern post and the horizontal bar provides attachment point for bike rack.

I have included installation videos and FAQ's for you too.

expert reply by: Chris B