Will the Swagman Trailhead 2 Bike Rack Fit on a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle Hardtop
Question:
just wondering if this product is a good fit for my car? VW, hardtop, 2002 Beetle? thanks
asked by: Susan F
Expert Reply:
The Swagman Trailhead 2 Bike Rack, # S63360, will work well with your 2012 Volkswagen Beetle hardtop. We have not had a chance to mount this bike rack on a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, but this bike rack offers 11 inches of clearance from the center of the hitch pin hole to the upright bar.
You most likely have a 1-1/4 inch receiver on your vehicle and this bike rack will fit both 1-1/4 inch and 2 inch trailer hitch receivers. I have attached the installation instructions of this bike rack for you to review.
If you plan on carrying any womens or childrens bikes, then I would recommend using the Swagman Easy-Out Bike Adapter, # 64005. Some small and angled bike frames are difficult to mount on bike racks and sometimes mount in awkward positions. A bike adapter bar will allow you to mount and carry the bikes level. I have attached a video of this adapter bar for you to check out.
You may also be interested in a cable lock, # e98891, to keep your bikes secure to your bike rack and a locking anti-rattle hitch pin, # S64029, to deter theft when you are not around.
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Swagman Bike Frame Adapter Bar - Small - 22-1/2" - 30" - 35 lbs
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etrailer Cable Lock - 10' Long - 5/16" Diameter - Steel - Keyed Alike
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Swagman Trailhead Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting
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