Recommended Bike Rack For Travel Trailer

Question:

I am looking for bike rack rated for use on travel trailer rear hitch. Looking for bike rack that can hold 5 bikes. Is there a rack available like this?

asked by: Gregory S

Expert Reply:

Because the suspensions on towed trailers are less pliable than those used on passenger vehicles and because of the longer rear overhang, a hitch mounted accessory on a towed trailer will be subjected to more bouncing and shaking force than they would if mounted on a car, truck or van. Because of this, bike racks used in this situation need to be designed specifically for that purpose as using a 'regular' bike rack would result in it being shaken to pieces in pretty short order.

We do have some bike racks that are designed for that purpose like the Swagman # S63381 Trailhead which can accommodate 4 bikes weighing up to 35 lbs each but unfortunately we don't offer a 5 bike rack that's compatible with use on the back of a towed camper or trailer.

expert reply by: Mike L