Why Cant Yakima HoldUp be Used with 5th Wheel RV

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Can you tell me why this bike rack is not appropriate for the back of a 5th wheel Rv? Our rig has a factory OEM 2” towing hitch rated for 300lbs tongue and 3000 lbs towing, so not sure why this would not work.

asked by: Terry D

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I know it can be a bit confusing because a trailer hitch is a trailer hitch, but the reason the Yakima HoldUp 4 Bike Platform Rack # Y02443-2 isn't appropriate to install on your 5th wheel RV trailer hitch is simply due to the extra movement at the back of 5th wheels. Since the axle is located further away from the back of your RV compared to passenger vehicles the movement back there is much more exaggerated and Yakima has deemed it isn't safe to use this bike rack on a 5th wheel RV.

For a bike rack solution that t is compatible with a 5th wheel trailer you'll need to use a hanging rack like the Yakima LongHaul # Y02476. The LongHaul isn't a bad option and it actually comes with bike and rack locks so you can have some peace of mind when you are taking pit stops while traveling. The only down-side to using a hanging rack is that you need an adapter bar like part # Y02531 for any bikes that don't have a horizontal top tube like a standard men's bike has.

I have attached some review videos for you to check out as well as a list of our 4-bike racks that are compatible with a 2" hitch on a 5th wheel RV.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Josh H.

1/10/2021

I'm struggling with the idea about the extra movement and safety. There is no doubt extra movement, but then the only safety issue I can think of is if the Yakima isn't strong enough for that motion which would be concerning for other reasons. I wont be using the bike rack that is suggested; I had one of these from Yakima and it was absurd getting bikes on/off and making them fit plus rubbing. Is there a different Yakima tray model or should I look at another manufacturer? Thank you.

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Jon G.

1/14/2021

In all honesty most bike racks are probably going to be just fine at the back of a 5th wheel RV. The problem is that when a manufacturer, like Yakima, says not to use their rack on a 5th wheel, if some damage were to occur because of this then it wouldn't be something that would fall under a warranty. I am attaching a link to our selection of bike racks that are labeled as okay to use on a 5th wheel. The 2 platform style racks that I would look into are the Swagman Dispatch # S44FR and E-Spec # S94FR.

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Answer 1

Bike carriers that are designed to work on the rear of an RV are made so that they can take the additional stress at the back of the RV. Yakima does not recommend using the HoldUp Rack on RVs because a bike rack mounted on the rear of a motor home…

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

The Yakima HoldUp Bike Platform Rack, #Y02443-2, is not approved for use on the back of a motorhome but I do have quite a few options for you. I would suggest the Thule T2 Pro XTR #TH69TX. This is a great rack that is very versatile and will work…

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Answer 4

I'd be happy to help! The Yakima SkyLine Towers #Y53TR are compatible directly with the JetStream crossbars so no adapter kit is needed, but if you're installing this over a truck bed you need the Yakima HD bars which do require an…

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Answer 5

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 6

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Answer 7

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

Hey David, from previous customers of ours who have the same 2020 Keystone Raptor 424 we have determined that your pin box style is the Lippert 1621 which means for a Gen-Y gooseneck adapter you'd want the #GY58GR that you referenced.

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Answer 11

Hey Dave, so the best option for carrying your carbon frame bike and e-bike is the Swagman Escapee part #S39SR with the ramp #S59SR . It has the capacity for carrying an e-bike, is rated for travel trailer use, only touches the bikes by the tires…

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Answer 12

To me it makes the most sense to put a Bike Rack #HLY64FR on the flat towed vehicle rather than above the tow bars. Especially on heavy e-bikes as they are difficult to lift that high onto the rack, but also as it only makes sense to have the rack on…

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