Recommended Hitch and Bike Rack for 2013 Toyota Avalon
Question:
Am looking for your recommendation for a bike rack/ trailer hitch combination for a 2013 Toyota Avalon. Thanks
asked by: Jim S
Expert Reply:
For your 2013 Avalon, I would recommend the Draw-Tite Class II receiver, part # 36540.
You did not mention how many bikes you were wanting to carry, but the Swagman Trailhead is a good mid-priced model that is available in a 2-bike, # S63360 3-bike, # S63365 or 4-bike model, part # S63380. The Trailhead provides all of what I consider essential features for a bike rack, like an anti-rattle hitch pin and anti-sway cradles that will prevent the bikes from swaying back and forth during transport and possibly striking each other or the rear of your vehicle. An optional hitch/cable lock combo is available as part # S64031.
I have linked you to the hitch installation details, as well as to product demonstration videos for the bike rack and the lock I mentioned.
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Products Referenced in This Question
Swagman Trailhead Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hanging Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Locks Not Included
- 2 Bikes
- Class 1
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Swagman
more information >
Swagman Trailhead Bike Rack for 3 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hanging Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Locks Not Included
- 3 Bikes
- Class 1
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Swagman
more information >
Swagman Trailhead Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hanging Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Locks Not Included
- 4 Bikes
- Class 1
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Swagman
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class II
- 300 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
more information >
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