How To Carry a Bike on the Back of a Motor Home While Flat-Towing
Question:
We have a Tiffin Wayfarer class C RV. We have ordered a 2019 Honda Fit to flat tow. We also have 2 electric bikes Trek with a Kuat bike carrier. We would like to get a dual towbar where we could put the electric bikes directly behind the RV along with the Fit. What kind of towbar do you recommend?
asked by: Jeanne D
Expert Reply:
In order to carry bikes on the back of your motor home while also towing your 2019 Honda Fit you will first need a dual hitch adapter which I have attached a list of options for your below.
Roadmaster Dual Hitch Receiver Adapter (4" Rise/Drop) - part # RM-077-4
Roadmaster Dual Hitch Receiver Adapter (6" Rise/Drop) - part # RM-077-6
Roadmaster Dual Hitch Receiver Adapter (8" Rise/Drop) - part # RM-077-8
I recommend the Kuat Transfer V2 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount # KU84FR. This is a quality rack that will hold bikes up to 60 pounds and is approved for use on a motorhome, 5th wheel, travel trailer or flat-towed vehicle.
I have attached a list of parts needed to flat-tow the 2019 Honda Fit for you as well if you are interested.
Roadmaster Nighthawk All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar part # RM-676
Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit part # RM-521571-5
SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System part # SM99251
Roadmaster Universal Hy-Power Diode Wiring Kit part # RM-154
Roadmaster Brake-Lite Relay Kit for Towed Vehicles part # RM-88400
Roadmaster FuseMaster Fuse Bypass part # RM76511 and part # RM76512
Products Referenced in This Question
Kuat Transfer V2 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Wheel Mount
- Bike Lock
- 2 Bikes
- Class 3
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Carbon Fiber Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
- Kuat
more information >
Roadmaster Dual Hitch Receiver Adapter with 2" or 6" Drop/Rise
- Hitch Adapters
- Dual Hitch Adapter
- Bike Racks
- Cargo Carriers
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 2 Inch Rise/Drop
- 6 Inch Rise/Drop
- 10000 lbs
- Roadmaster
more information >
Roadmaster Dual Hitch Receiver Adapter, 2 " or 8" Drop/Rise
- Hitch Adapters
- Hitch Extender
- Dual Hitch Adapter
- Bike Racks
- Cargo Carriers
- Hitch Mounted Accessories
- Trailers
- 10-3/4 Inch Extension
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 10000 lbs
- Roadmaster
more information >
Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 4-Pole Flat Connectors
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
more information >
Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Roadmaster
more information >
Roadmaster Nighthawk All-Terrain Tow Bar w/ LED Lights - Non-Binding - RV Mount - 8,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Aluminum
- 8000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Direct Connect
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- Roadmaster
more information >
Roadmaster Brake-Lite Relay Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Light Relay
- Roadmaster
more information >
Roadmaster FuseMaster Fuse Bypass - 13" - 20-Amp Mini-Fuse
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Fuse Bypass
- Custom
- Mini Fuse
- Engine Compartment
- Roadmaster
more information >
Roadmaster FuseMaster Fuse Bypass Switch for Towed Vehicle - (2) 20-Amp ATM Mini-Fuses
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Fuse Bypass
- Custom
- Mini Fuse
- Engine Compartment
- Roadmaster
more information >
Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Demco
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Roadmaster Dual Hitch Receiver Adapter, 2" or 4" Drop/Rise
- Hitch Adapters
- Dual Hitch Adapter
- Bike Racks
- Cargo Carriers
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 2 Inch Rise/Drop
- 4 Inch Rise/Drop
- 10000 lbs
- Roadmaster
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: Towing Mirrors
- Shop: Roadmaster Tow Defender Protective Screen for Towed Vehicles
- Shop: etrailer 2-in-1 Exterior Windshield and Wiper Blade Cover - 70" Wide x 39-3/4" Tall
- Shop: CIPA Top Mounted Blind Spot Mirror - Convex - Clamp On - 4" Oval - Qty 1
- Shop: K-Source Blind Spot Mirror - Convex - Clamp On - 4" x 8" - Adjustable - Qty 1
- Shop: CIPA Clamp-On HotSpot Mirror - 4" x 8" - Convex
- Shop: Windshield Covers
- Shop: Roadmaster Dual Hitch Receiver Adapter with 2" or 6" Drop/Rise
- Shop: Roadmaster Dual Hitch Receiver Adapter, 2 " or 8" Drop/Rise
- Video: CIPA Mirrors - Blind Spot Mirror - CM49504 Review
- Q&A: Protective Guards and Screens for Towed Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
- Shop: Base Plate for Tow Bar
- Shop: Vehicle Tow Bar Brake System
- Q&A: Replacement Breakaway Switch for Roadmaster BrakeMaster Systems
- Q&A: Difference Between the Blue Ox # BX1120 & BX1126 and will Both Fit a 2003 Jeep Wrangler X Model
- Shop: Vehicle Tow Bar Wiring
- Video: Review of Roadmaster Tow Bar Braking Systems - Replacement Breakaway Switch - RM-650898
- Q&A: Breakaway Cable and Switch Recommendation for Roadmaster Supplemental Braking System
- Q&A: Will an RV Ladder Experience More Stress when Using Ladder Mount Bike Rack LA-102
- Q&A: Potential Interference w/Toad and Cargo Carrier when Turning Using Roadmaster Dual Hitch Receiver
- Search Results: tekonsha
- Search Results: bb54fr
- Search Results: brake buddy braking system
- Video: Review of Brake Buddy Tow Bar Braking Systems - Brake Systems - HM39524
- Video: Review of Brake Buddy Towed Vehicle Battery Charge Kit - BB54FR
- Shop: Brake Controller
- Search Results: bx1126
- Article: How Level Should a Tow Bar Be When Flat Towing
- Video: Roadmaster Universal Brake Monitor Review
- Q&A: Is The Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Compatible With A Double Tube Bumper On A 1999 Jeep TJ?