Can A 1-1/4" to 2" Hitch Be Used To Attach A Bike Rack To a Vehicle

Question:

I have a 2006 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport. I have a bike rack for a 2 receiver at about 30lbs that will carry 1 bike at about 32lbs. my hitch receiver is 1-1/4. Is there a problem using a 1-1/4 to 2 receiver adapter?

asked by: Todd

Helpful Expert Reply:

The use of a trailer expander, the Brophy Hitch Expander part # HT5R or part # HTAD for example will reduce the weight capacity of the trailer hitch on the vehicle by 50%. Therefore, if the weight of the bike rack and bikes is less than half of the trailer hitch's capacity you will be good to go. I suspect for a combined weight of around 60 lbs you will be well within the range of the trailer hitch so odds are you will be just fine with the above adapter.

expert reply by: Conner L