Can Swagman Dispatch Bike Rack be Used at Rear of Fifth Wheel Trailer

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Have a 35 ft 5th wheel looking at the swagman bike rack S44FR is that the right choice thanks

asked by: Ken T

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Helpful Expert Reply:

The Swagman Dispatch part # S44FR is a confirmed fit for use at the rear of an RV so as long as you have a 2 inch hitch at the rear of your 5th wheel this bike rack would be an excellent choice.

For more info on the rack check out the link I attached.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The Swagman XTC2 part #S64670 is a great bike rack but it's not rated for use behind an RV like yours so you'd want the Swagman Dispatch part #S44FR which is similar to the XTC but more reinforced for the rougher RV ride quality. At the rear…

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Answer 2

For a bike rack that is rated for use on the back of a travel trailer, I recommend using the Swagman Dispatch 2 Bike Platform Rack part #S44FR. This rack is one of the more cost effective options we have for you and it will have no problems carrying…

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Answer 3

To use a Women's step-through frame bike on the Swagman Dispatch, part #S44FR, you have a couple of options. The first is to position the bike so that the frame clamp is able to make contact with the bike closer to the handlebars. This will…

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Answer 4

I can recommend a hitch mounted 2-bike rack to use at the back of your fifth wheel trailer but not a Hollywood Racks rack. Their racks are not rated to be used on the back of a trailer because of the stress added to the rack from the side to side…

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Answer 5

Thule and Saris bike racks are not approved for use at the back of an RV or trailer. Like you said, the Swagman Dispatch #S44FR is approved for RV/trailer use as long as you have a class III hitch. There are other options as well. I have included a…

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Answer 6

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 7

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 8

Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue…

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Answer 9

I have a solution for you. Here at Etrailer, we strongly discourage using wheel-mounted bike racks like the Kuat NV 2.0 #NV22B for bikes with fenders. Mounting wheels with fenders can cause the fenders to crack or become damaged, especially with the…

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Answer 10

Hey Andy, the Swagman E-Spec part #S94FR would be able to accommodate a bike wheelbase that is 48.8 inches so it would work for you.

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Answer 11

Yes, you can install a Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C11433 on your 2019 Chevrolet Spark. This receiver is capable of supporting up to 200lbs of tongue weight. With each of the Lectric 3.0 e-bikes weighing roughly 60lbs without the battery you will…

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Answer 12

There is indeed a light kit made specifically for the Hollywood Rack Sport Rider SE #HLY84FR. I recommend the Hollywood Racks Safety LED Light Bar #HLY54RR. This is a 32" long LED light bar which will provide brake lights, running lights, turn…

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