Hitch and Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2000 Isuzu Rodeo
Question:
This rack is recommended by your site for the 2000 Isuzu Rodeo, My vehicle has a small spoiler above the back window and cargo rails on top. The spare tire is mounted below the vehicle. We purchased a new mens Diamondback Edgewood and womans Diamondback Vital 2. Please advise if this carrier will be the best choice to transport our bikes for a stable ride transport. I also saw information on your site for an additional bar to better stabilize the womans bike ~ Bike Adapter Bar # TH982XT. Do you recommend this additional part for this carrier and vehicle? We are occasional riders that will not be traveling more than 100 miles round trip for any outing. Thanks a bunch for your advise!
asked by: S H
Expert Reply:
Since you are looking for the most stable option for transporting your 2 Diamondback bikes with your 2000 Isuzu Rodeo and because of your vehicle spoiler your best option would be to install a hitch like the Curt Trailer Hitch part # C13222 and then use a hitch mounted bike rack. I attached an install video for this hitch.
The most popular 2 bike rack we carry is the Swagman XTC-2 Bike rack part # S64670. This is a great platform rack with many great features that won't break the bank. Check out the review video I attached.
With this rack you would not need to use a frame adapter bar to transport a ladies bike either.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 400 lbs TW
- 4000 lbs GTW
- 6000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 600 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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Swagman XTC2 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Frame Mount
- Locks Not Included
- 2 Bikes
- Class 2
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Swagman
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Thule Gateway Pro 3 Bike Rack - Trunk Mount - Adjustable Arms
- 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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