Will 2-Bike Rack Interfere With Backup Camera on 2021 Jeep Wrangler
Question:
TH963PRO wonder if it interferes with the backup camera on the 2021 jeep wrangler. ?
asked by: Robert C
Expert Reply:
While we do have an option for a 2-bike rack for your 2021 Jeep Wrangler, I verified with Thule that the SpareMe spare-tire rack isn't a fit for your '21 Wrangler because the camera is mounted in the middle of the spare tire. What that means is the only bike rack option is going to be a hitch-mounted rack.
In regards to interference, a bike rack with the bikes loaded is going to interfere with your view of the back-up camera, so you will want to keep that in mind. For the hitch, the best option for your 2021 Jeep Wrangler, due to it having a longer receiver that allows for the best bumper clearance, is the following:
- etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98856
When we test fit this hitch on a '20 Wrangler with standard tires, we found that the distance from the hitch pin hole to the outer edge of the spare tire was 8 inches, so yours will be similar (assuming you also have the standard tire size). Then for a bike rack, there are a couple of nice options that are going to work because they have the needed clearance:
- Swagman Chinook 2-Bike Rack # S64683
- Saris SuperClamp EX 2-Bike Rack # SA4025F
Both are platform racks, with the Chinook being the more economical choice because it is a frame-mounted bike rack and has a 45 lb per-bike weight capacity. The SuperClamp is a more premium option with a 60 lb per-bike capacity, and it is a wheel-mounted rack so no part of the rack touches your frame.
The Chinook measures 12-1/2" from the hitch pin hole to the closest part of the rack, while the SuperClamp measures 12" to the closest part. I have added some links below to video reviews for you to check out as well if you'd like to take a look.
Products Referenced in This Question
etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 500 lbs TW
- 5000 lbs GTW
- 5000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 500 lbs WD TW
- No Cross Tube
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Swagman Chinook Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 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
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Saris SuperClamp EX Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Wheel Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 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
- Carbon Fiber Bikes
- Electric Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
- Saris
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