Can Rear Door on 2015 Jeep Wrangler Sport be Opened with Swagman XTC Folded Down

Question:

I have the following vehicle: 2015 Jeep Wrangler Sport 2inch receiver distance from center of hitch pin hole to farthest point of spare: 9.5-10 I looked at a Saris rack the other day and liked. Would have had to take off my spare tire cover or a pedal for the rack to work and I was ok with that. Unfortunately I could not open my gate very much with the bikes off and rack extended. Just curious how this rack may work on this vehicle. If not, can you recommend one? Thanks.

asked by: James B

Helpful Expert Reply:

With the bikes off of the rack and the center mast folded down the XTC bike rack # S64670 will be approximately 5 inches or so above the hitch receiver opening. This may or may not be enough to be able to open the rear door on your 2015 Jeep Wrangler Sport.

Another option is to use a bike rack that swings off to the side. The Apex, # TH9027XT, is one option. It measures 12 inches from the center of the hitch pin hole to the back of the up right mast and 7 inches from the pin hole to the lower knob at the foot of the carrier. But the knob should be below the spare tire so it would not be an issue. I have linked a video review for you.

And for a third option, a spare tire mount bike rack, # TH963PRO. If the tire size is a P195 up to a 12-1/2 inch width then it will fit. I have linked a video of this bike rack as well.

expert reply by: Michael H