Will the RockyMounts MonoRail Clear the Tailgate On a 2016 Ford F-150

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Folded flat, without a bike, can you fully lower the tailgate on a 2016 Ford F-150?

asked by: Glenn H

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I spoke with my contact at RockyMounts and they informed me that in order for the RockyMounts MonoRail Solo 2 Bike Platform Rack part # RKY10007-05 to clear the tailgate while folded down you would need to tilt the bike rack away from the vehicle but it would not do so while folded flat and not tilted. If you like you could tilt the rack with one bike attached on the outside cradle. The other option I have for you is the RockyMounts BackStage 2 Bike Platform Rack part # RKY10002 which has a swing away feature therefore allows for access to the tailgate while folded down with both bikes attached and you would not have to tilt the carrier.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

It sounds like you have the Kuat Transfer V1. If that is the case, the weight capacity is actually 40lbs. instead of 45lbs. This would not be adequate for using your 50lb. e-bike. You would need to upgrade to the Kuat Transfer V2 Bike Rack #KU64FR,…

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Answer 2

Thanks for reaching out! For your application I recommend checking out the Kuat Transfer V2 Bike Rack for 1 Bike #KU64FR. This is a platform style rack that secures bikes by the wheel and can accommodate up to 60 lbs bikes with a standard 3"…

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Either the Kuat Tranfer 1 #KU64FR or the RockyMounts MonoRail Solo 1 #RKY10007 would handle the bikes you describe easily. Both would hold the bikes by the tires, so the fact that the rack won't come into contact with the frame will work well…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 5

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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The Kuat Sherpa 2.0 #SH22G and the NV 2.0 #NV22G that you referenced are both excellent platform-style racks that will hold your bikes by the front wheels with no frame contact. These are top-of-the-line carriers and you really would not go wrong…

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Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue…

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Answer 8

Yes, you can install a Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C11433 on your 2019 Chevrolet Spark. This receiver is capable of supporting up to 200lbs of tongue weight. With each of the Lectric 3.0 e-bikes weighing roughly 60lbs without the battery you will…

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Will the RockyMounts MonoRail Clear the Tailgate On a 2016 Ford F-150

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