Recommendation for Bike Rack That Wont Wobble on 2013 Lexus RX350

Question:

I'm looking to get hitch mount bike rack suggestions for my Lexus RX 350. Primary rack concern... no wobble. I have a Curt hitch installed.

asked by: Timothy B

Expert Reply:

Actually, the Kuat Beta 2 Bike rack you mentioned, part # B202-2 would be an excellent choice for you. The rack is very reasonably priced, and is made of strong but lightweight aluminum which makes it easy for just about anybody to handle. The rack is very highly rated by our customers, and features padded anti sway cradles and sturdy rubber straps to keep your bikes secure. Most importantly for you, the rack provides a very effective anti-rattle feature that will lock the rack tightly in the hitch receiver, preventing the rack from wobbling around during travel. The rack includes a hitch pin, but I'd recommend using a locking pin, which is sold separately as part # HL2.

If you'll be transporting women's bikes or bikes with sharply-angled top tubes, you might also consider a frame adapter bar like part # 64005. The bar spans the distance between the handlebar gooseneck and the seat post, which provides a secondary attachment point for the bike rack. This allows the bike to be carried level, which maximizes ground clearance. I'll link you to a video showing how the adapter bar works.

If you click the provided link, you can see a product demonstration video featuring the Kuat Beta.

expert reply by: Mike L