Recommended Hitch Receiver and Bike Rack for Use Behind Trailer
Question:
I am considering attaching an Ultra Fab motor home hitch receiver UF35-946401 to the 4x4 inch bumper of my travel trailer - with a Kuat Beta 2 bike carrier B202-2 to carry out bikes. Is the Kuat Beta bike carrier ratedfor attachment to an RV/travel trailer? Any problems or concerns about this set-up - suggestions for a better option?
asked by: Eduard G
Helpful Expert Reply:
Starting with the hitch receiver for your trailer, if you indeed have a 4 x 4 inch bumper, the Ultra-Fab # UF35-946401 that you referenced is what I recommend. This is designed to attach to 4 inch x 4 inch square bumpers with the included hardware and U-bolts. If you are just looking to use the 2 inch receiver for hitch-mounted accessories like bike racks, this is a great option and it will work well.
Moving on to the bike rack, the Kuat Beta was a really nice 2-bike hanging-style rack, however it was not rated for use behind a trailer or RV and it is no longer available.
Because of the extra movement and rattle that a bike rack has to withstand when mounted to a trailer as opposed to a passenger vehicle, only certain bike racks are safe to use. I instead recommend looking at the Swagman Trailhead 4-Bike Rack # S63381. This will be compatible with the above mentioned hitch receiver and is rated for use on a trailer. It features a dual-arm design and anti-sway cradles to secure your bikes at 3 different points. I recommend adding the hitch lock # S64027 to secure the carrier to your trailer.
I have also included a video demonstration on this bike rack for you to check out.
Lastly, with this or any other hanging-style rack, you may need an adapter like the Kuat # UB01 if you plan on transporting any children's, woman's or alternative frame bikes. This will provide a horizontal attachment point for level transport and improved ground clearance. I have attached a demonstration video so you can see exactly how this works and why it might be needed.
Products Referenced in This Question
Swagman Trailhead RV Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches
- RV and Camper Bike Racks
- Hanging Rack
- RV Hitch Rack
- Frame Mount
- Locks Not Included
- 4 Bikes
- Childrens Bikes
- Cruiser Bikes
- Mountain Bikes
- Road Bikes
- Womens Bikes
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Motorhome
- Travel Trailer
- Fifth Wheel
- Flat-Towed Vehicle
- Swagman
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Locking Anti-Rattle, Threaded Hitch Pin for Swagman 2" Hitch Racks
- Trailer Hitch Lock
- Rack Specific Locks
- Keyed Unique
- Chrome
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Threaded Pin
- For Swagman Racks
- 4-1/2 Inch Span
- Swagman
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Kuat Ubar Bike Frame Adapter Bar for Women's and Alternative Frame Bikes
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Spare Tire Bike Racks
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Adapter Bar
- Frame
- Kuat
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Ultra-Fab 2" Motor Home Trailer Hitch Receiver for 4" x 4" Bumpers
- RV and Camper Hitch
- Bumper Mount Hitch
- 4 x 4 Inch Bumper
- 100 lbs TW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Bolt-On
- Ultra-Fab Products
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