What 2 Bike Hanging Hitch Racks Will Hold Two 38 Pound Bikes on a 2009 Toyota Higlander

Question:

What about the Kuat Beta 2 bike rack? It says it will support 100 lbs. I have a class 3 2in. hitch.

asked by: jim h

Expert Reply:

The Thule Helium # TH9042PRO has a maximum bike weight of 35 pounds. I would not recommend using two 38 pound bikes with this rack. It would void the warranty on the rack and you could risk losing the bikes.

If you write back with the size and class rating of the hitch on your Highlander, I will check to see if we have any bike racks available that will hold the weight of your bikes.

expert reply by: Patrick B

Jim H.

4/12/2010

What about the Kuat Beta 2 bike rack? It says it will support 100 lbs. I have a class 3 2in. hitch.

Patrick B.

4/13/2010

The Kuat Beta, part # B202-2, will hold your two 38 pound bikes just fine. Since you have a 2 inch hitch, you have the option of using bike racks built with heavier tubing that can support more weight.