Recommended Bike Rack For Hauling A 54lb Bike On A 2014 Cadillac ATS
Question:
I need a bike rack for a 2014 Cadillac ATS. The bike weighs 54 lbs. Most of the ones that I looked at say 35 lbs per bike limit. What is the best option for a heavy bike ?
asked by: Robert B
Expert Reply:
Hey Robert,
In order to haul a 54lb bike you'd have to use a hitch-mounted bike rack. If you don't have a trailer hitch on your ATS then you'll first need to install the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11311. From there you could use a bike rack like the Saris SuperClamp EX Bike Rack for 2 Bikes # SA4025F. This bike rack is compatible with a 1-1/4" trailer hitch receiver and has a 60lb per bike capacity. This rack can accommodate tires up to 4.5" wide and would clamp to the wheels so it might not be a fit if your bikes have fenders. If this is the case let me know what you have and I can look for a better alternative.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class I
- 200 lbs TW
- 2000 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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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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Thule Passage 3 Bike Carrier - Trunk Mount
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Frame Mount - Anti-Sway
- 3 Bikes
- Non-Retractable
- Locks Not Included
- Fits Most Factory Spoilers
- 6 Straps
- Adjustable Arms
- Hanging Rack
- Thule
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Robert
6/24/2024
Do you have a link to the Authorized Installers ? Thank you for you assistance.