Hitch Bike Rack Recommendation for 2015 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited

Question:

I have a 2015 jeep wrangler sahara trim. I have read a few reports that the bike racks with bikes on it would be heavier than they recommend. That the rear gate would get damaged . Also damaging the welds and hinges. How much weight can the spare tire holder sustain?

asked by: Hector L

Expert Reply:

The spare bike racks we carry will have more capacity than the hinge of your Jeep Wrangler would have so they would not be the limiting issue. I would agree that the spare racks aren't quite as sturdy as a hitch option and I would hate to see you mess up the spare tire hinge so what I would recommend is a hitch rack. For that you'd need a hitch installed like the Draw Tite part # DT78MR which is a confirmed fit.

When this hitch is installed the center of it's hitch pin is only 6 inches away from the outer edge of the tire so you'd easily be able to fit a bike rack without tire interference.

I really like the Saris Freedom Superclamp part # SA4025F. This is a lightweight platform rack (which is normally an unheard of combo). That means it'll be easy to install and remove from your vehicle since it's light, but also it'll be very easy to load bikes on since it's a platform rack.

This rack also only touches bikes at the tire so it protects any damage to delicate frame materials or finishes.

expert reply by: Jameson C