Can I Use A Hitch Extender For A Platform Bike Rack?
Question:
Our camper extends about a foot past the truckbed. We’re planning on using an extender from the hitch made of the same thick steel. Will the bike rack be ok at the end of a foot long extension? Thx
asked by: Sue
Expert Reply:
You can certainly use a hitch extender with the RockyMounts BackStage Bike Rack 2" Hitches # RKY10002. Just keep in mind that when using a hitch extender your receiver's capacity will be reduced by 50%, so you will want to make sure the 50% receiver capacity will still be enough to carry your bike rack and bikes. This bike rack weighs 60lbs empty.
For the extender you could go with the Hitch Extender # HE12 for a 14" extension or Hitch Extender # HE18 for an 18" extension. I attached a short demonstration video for you.
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Hitch Extender For 2" Trailer Hitch Receiver 14" Long
- Hitch Adapters
- Hitch Extender
- Bike Racks
- Cargo Carriers
- Hitch Mounted Accessories
- Trailers
- 14 Inch Extension
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 3500 lbs
- Brophy
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Draw-Tite Hitch Extender for 2" Hitch Receivers - 18" Long
- Hitch Adapters
- Hitch Extender
- Bike Racks
- Cargo Carriers
- Hitch Mounted Accessories
- Trailers
- 18 Inch Extension
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 3500 lbs
- Draw-Tite
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RockyMounts BackStage Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Swing-Away Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Wheel Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 2 Bikes
- Class 3
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Carbon Fiber Bikes
- Electric Bikes
- Fat Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
- RockyMounts
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