Why Cant the Yakima HoldUp Bike Rack be Used on a Motorhome
Question:
why not for motorhomes
asked by: Jerome W
Expert Reply:
Since the hitch receiver on a motorhome sits further back from the rear axle than on a passenger car there is more movement. This puts more stress on the bike racks so it is important that the manufacturers have tested and approved their bike racks for use on a motorhome as you are doing.
We do have other platform bike racks that can carry 4 bikes and are rated for use on a motorhome but unfortunately the Yakima HoldUp # Y02443-2 that you referenced has not been approved for this use by Yakima.
Instead I recommend going with the Thule T2 Pro XTR # TH69TX. It's a great option. This carrier can be set up to carry 2 or 4 bikes as needed, and is rated for use on a motorhome.
The T2 Pro XTR has an overall weight capacity of 160 lbs and it only weighs in at 96 lbs when set up for 4 bikes.
It has a 120 pound capacity and weighs 52 pounds when set up for 2 bikes.. The T2 Pro XTR comes with a rack lock and bike likes to secure your bikes.
Products Referenced in This Question
Thule T2 Pro XTR Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Wheel Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 4 Bikes
- Class 3
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Carbon Fiber Bikes
- Fat Bikes
- Thule
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Yakima HoldUp Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Wheel Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 4 Bikes
- Class 3
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Carbon Fiber Bikes
- Electric Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
- Yakima
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