Can A Hitch Adapter Be Used On A 1-1/4" Hitch To Haul A Platform Rack With Four Bikes
Question:
I have a 1.25 inch receiver and am looking at buying a platform rack for 4 bikes. Can I safely use a 1.25 to 2 in adapter for either the Kuat NV or Thule T2 Pro XTR rack? Thanks,
asked by: Kari
Expert Reply:
No, hitch adapters reduce the capacity of the hitch by 50% so your 1-1/4" hitch wouldn't have enough capacity left to handle the weight of four bikes. You'll need to see if the vehicle has a 2" hitch option or confirm that you have class II 1-1/4" hitch in and use a hanging rack like the Thule Hitching Post Pro Bike Rack # TH934XTR in order to haul four bikes. If you can tell me the year/make/model of the vehicle I'd be happy to check the available hitch options.
Products Referenced in This Question
Thule Hitching Post Pro Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches
- 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
- Thule
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Thule Replacement Aluminum Shank Adapter - 1-1/4" to 2"
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Shanks and Adapters
- Shank Adapter
- Thule
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