Platform Bike Rack Recommendation for Rear of 5th Wheel Trailer

Question:

Does this rack come with 2inch hitch only? Planning on putting on back of 5th wheel trailer. Your description show not to - why? Similar Kuat Sherpa SH22G is rated for 5th wheel?

asked by: Bruce W

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. The Thule DoubleTrack you mentioned, and the Sherpa is not designed for the rougher ride quality, but we have the Swagman E-Spec # S94FR which is a similar platform rack that would work well.

This rack only touches the bikes at the tire which protects delicate frame materials and finishes.

I attached a review video for this rack for you to check out as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C