Will the Yakima RidgeBack Trailer Hitch Mount Bike Rack Clear Spare Tire on 2011 Jeep Wrangler
Question:
Will it work / clear on a stock 2011 Jeep bumpber with a 33 inch spare?
asked by: Phill H
Expert Reply:
In order to determine if the Yakima RidgeBack # Y02458 or any bike rack will clear the spare tire on your 2011 Jeep Wrangler you will need to take one measurement. Measure from the center of the hitch pin hole straight back to the distance required to clear the spare tire. If that distance is less than 12 inches, the rack will clear the spare. I have included a link to an FAQ article that will help with this measurement.
The Swagman Titan, # S63410, measures 14-1/2 inches from the hitch pin hole to the back of the upright bar. If your measurement is less than 14-1/2 but more than 12 inches, I recommend the Titan. I have linked a video review for you.
If you will be carrying any bikes that do not have a top frame bar that goes straight across (like a typical mens bike would) then I recommend using bike adapter bar # 64005. This will allow you to carry those bikes more level and will provide better ground clearance. I have to use these adapters and without them my wifes bike would be at a severe angle and I would not be able to load my sons bike at all. I have linked videos on the bike rack and adapter bar for you.
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Swagman Bike Frame Adapter Bar - Small - 22-1/2" - 30" - 35 lbs
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Spare Tire Bike Racks
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Adapter Bar
- Frame
- 24-3/8 - 33-3/4 Inch Long
- Swagman
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Swagman Titan Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hanging Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Bike Lock
- 4 Bikes
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
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Yakima RidgeBack Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hanging Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Hitch Lock
- 4 Bikes
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Yakima
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