Platform Bike Rack Recommendation without Rise in Shank for Front Mount Hitch

Question:

Hi, I drive an 04 Toyota Tundra 4x4 as my towing vehicle to haul a tent trailer. Interested in carrying 2 bikes on the front of truck, via 2inch Curt receiver hitch already mounted. I tried my existing Yakima hitch-mount bike rack, which put the bikes WAY too high over the hood. Wondering if there is a bike rack thats shorter designed for this purpose, or whether platform-mount carriers such as the Swagman Platform-Style 2 Bike Rack for 2inch Hitches or RV Bumpers would suit this purpose I saw one such use in the reviews for this rack. Otherwise, Im considering mountain Yak bars on top of tent trailer. Thanks much!

asked by: Ron J

Expert Reply:

Your best option for the front mount hitch on your 2004 Toyota Tundra would be a platform hitch that does not have a rise built into the shank like the part # S64663. This rack would basically put your bikes level with the hitch opening and would be the lowest profile setup that should work well for you.

expert reply by: Jameson C