Platform Hitch Bike Rack Recommendation for RV Use

Question:

Re: Hollywood Racks Hitch Bike Racks - HR1400 Good afternoon. can you tell me why the description for this says not to use it with an RV? Seems like if I installed a stinger receiver on the bumper of RV, it would work the same as on my truck. Thanks.

asked by: Kevin B

Expert Reply:

At the rear of a trailer or RV the ride quality is very rough when compared to the ride quality at the rear of a passenger vehicle. Reason being the suspension isn't as sophisticated and there is a longer distance between the rear axle and the rear of the trailer which exaggerates the movement of the trailer when hitting bumps. Because of that only a few bike racks were designed to be reinforced enough for that type of use.

For a similar bike rack that is rated for RV use we have the Swagman Dispatch part # S44FR which would work well for you. Check out the review video I attached as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C