Platform Bike Rack that is Rated for Use Behind Motorhome and Flat Towed Vehicle

Question:

I see in the notes, it is not recommended to me used on either a flat-towed vehicle or a motorhome. Is this true and what is the reasoning? Thank You,

asked by: Sam S

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 motorhome which exaggerates the movement of the trailer when hitting bumps. Flat towed vehicles typically have a slightly side-to-side movement that puts stress on bike racks. Because of that only a few bike racks were designed to be reinforced enough for that type of use.

I recommend the Swagman E-Spec part # S94FR. This is a 2-bike platform rack that would work great at the rear of a motorhome or behind a vehicle flat towed.

expert reply by: Jameson C