Bike Rack For Transporting Electra Beach Cruiser Bikes On A 2" Hitch Receiver

Question:

We have a 2018 Volvo XC90 with a hitch and would like to know the best way to transport 2-3 Electra beach cruisers with fenders.

asked by: Aileen G

Expert Reply:

The best hitch-mounted bike carrier to transport up to 3 Electra Beach Cruiser bikes is the Hollywood Racks Destination Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Frame Mount # HR4000. This fits 2" hitch receivers and provides a nice platform for up to 4 bikes. It uses soft adjustable cradles to clamp around the bike frame, making it compatible with a large variety of frame designs. Since it is not a wheel-mount rack like some other bike racks, it is 100% compatible with fenders and/or baskets like you have on your bikes.

The Destination Bike Rack fits up to 3" wide tires and has a weight capacity of 35lbs per bike, which should be plenty for your bikes according to my research. This carrier does come with a locking anti-rattle hitch pin which will not only keep the carrier secured to the receiver, but also reduce any unwanted wobble and vibration. If you wanted to be extra safe, you can add etrailer Cable Lock - 10' Long - 5/16" Diameter - Steel # e98891 to keep all 4 bikes locked to the carrier.

expert reply by: Andrew N