How to Lock Bike Rack With No Hitch Pin Lock Available

Question:

I have a non locking pin that I would like to replace with one that locks. My pin has an OAL of 4and7/8, a thread length of 1and1/2 with 11 threads per inch. The pin OD is 1/2. I have a PRO series 4 bicycle bike rack. Will the HLT-014 pin work. Thanks.

asked by: Michael B

Expert Reply:

The HitchMate Threaded Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock for 2" Hitches # HE6001 has a 5/8" pin diameter and is designed for certain SportRack bike racks so it will not work for you. Hitch pin locks are designed for specific bike racks so if that's what you need it for, let me know what rack you have I can see if there is a lock that will work for you.

Otherwise, if you have a 1/2 inch diameter hitch pin that likely means you have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and we do have hitch locks with 1/2 inch diameter for a 1-1/4 inch receiver, the Tow Ready Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock # TR63254 and Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock # 5200.

I have added links to video reviews of both hitch locks for you to check out.

expert reply by: Kyle S

Michael B.

7/10/2019

The HitchMate Threaded Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock for 2" Hitches # HE6001 has a 5/8" pin diameter and is designed for certain SportRack bike racks so it will not work for you. Hitch pin locks are designed for specific bike racks so if that's what you need it for, let me know what rack you have I can see if there is a lock that will work for you. Otherwise, if you have a 1/2 inch diameter hitch pin that likely means you have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and we do have hitch locks with 1/2 inch diameter for a 1-1/4 inch receiver, the Master Lock Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock # 1472DAT and Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock # 5200. I have added links to video reviews of both hitch locks for you to check out.

Kyle S.

7/10/2019

Thanks for the info, and I was unable to find any reference to that specific model of bike rack so there isn't a locking hitch pin I know will work, but there is still an option to secure your rack by using the Saris Cable Lock - 8' Long # SA981 or 10' Long Cable Lock # e98891. I have added links to video reviews of both for you to check out.

Michael B.

7/25/2019

Kyle S.

7/25/2019

The Anti-Rattle Hitch Lock for Kuat Transfer Bike Racks # HLT-014 is only designed to be used with Kuat Transfer bike racks. There are no threaded locks I can guarantee fit a Pro Series JS011033 because hitch pin locks are designed for specific bike racks. Due to that the best option to lock your bike rack to your hitch remains a cable lock, the Saris Cable Lock - 8' Long # SA981 or 10' Long Cable Lock # e98891.