Can Hollywood Racks Bike Rack and Cargo Carrier be Tilted and Work with Hitch Extender

Question:

Hi! I have 2 questions about this product: 1- Does the bike rack tilt with the cargo basket attached? 2- Would this product work with a +/- 24 inch hitch extension, so I can use it with a truck camper with 18 inch overhang. If not, do you have any other product/set-up suggestion? Cheers!

asked by: Patrick

Expert Reply:

Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE2 Platform 2 Bike Rack w/Cargo Carrier - 2" Hitches - Frame Mount Item # HR1450Z-85 can technically tilt with the cargo carrier attached. However, because the carrier adds length the rack will not tilt nearly as far down as it would with just the bike rack.

Hollywood Racks products can be used in hitch extenders without voiding the warranties. But the use of a hitch extender reduces the tongue weight capacity of the vehicle by 50 percent. The combined weight of the bike rack and everything on it would have to be less than the reduced tongue weight capacity of the hitch.

If the weights all work out then I also recommend using a couple of straps, # 18050, or something similar to add additional support to the rack and limit its movement. Since it will be at the end of an extension there will be more leverage and stress on the hitch and using the straps will help to limit that stress.

expert reply by: Michael H