Recommended Light Weight Bike Rack on a Jeep Liberty with Rear Spare Tire
Question:
I have two 40 lb ebikes that I want to carry on my jeep. Im going to have to put a hitch extension in the 2inch receiver to extend past the rear tire. Im considering the Thule T2 pro TH9034, or T2 pro XT. Also the Saris super clamp # SA4025F. The backstage 2 # RKY10002 is too heavy. Important considerations are: weight of rack, ease of use, safety and durability. Which one would you recommend? Thanks
asked by: Tami
Helpful Expert Reply:
The best option for your Jeep Liberty is a swinging hitch rack. The RockyMounts BackStage # RKY10002 swings completely away from the vehicle to allow access to the rear cargo area.
The BackStage also has a maximum capacity of 60 pounds per bike which is a lot higher than most swinging racks which usually cap out at 40 pounds.
The issue with the BackStage is it's heavy at about 75 pounds. But it is the best option to carry the bikes otherwise.
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Tami
5/18/2017
I have two 40 lb ebikes that I want to carry on my jeep. Im going to have to put a hitch extension in the 2inch receiver to extend past the rear tire. Im considering the Thule T2 pro TH9034, or T2 pro XT. Also the Saris super clamp # SA4025F. The backstage 2 # RKY10002 is too heavy. Important considerations are: weight of rack, ease of use, safety and durability. Which one would you recommend? Thanks