Swagman Bike Rack Recommendation for Front Hitch of 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500
Question:
We have a 2016 Chevy Silverado 2500 and will be cruising with an Arctic Fox 811 truck camper this summer. Since the camper hangs over the rear of the truck, access to the trailor hitch is challenging. We are therefore considering adding a hitch receiver to the front of the truck. Would the Swagman platform 2 bike rack work well for this set up? Any drawbacks or concerns that you can envision with this plan? Please give me your thoughts. Thanks!
asked by: John D
Expert Reply:
People use bike racks in front hitches pretty frequently. A Swagman Platform Rack like the part # S64663 that you referenced would be a great choice for this as well.
For a front hitch for your 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 we have the Curt part # C31071 which as a confirmed fit that would work well.
I attached review videos for both products I mentioned as well.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"
- Front Receiver Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Front Mount Hitch
- 500 lbs Vert Load
- 9000 lbs Line Pull
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Square Tube
- CURT
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Swagman Traveler XC2 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 2" Hitches or RV Bumpers - Frame Mount
- RV and Camper Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- RV Bumper Rack
- Frame Mount
- Locks Not Included
- 2 Bikes
- Mountain Bikes
- Road Bikes
- Womens Bikes
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Motorhome
- Travel Trailer
- Fifth Wheel
- Swagman
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