2+2 Platform Bike Rack Recommendation for 2014 Honda Odyssey with Class III Hitch Receiver

Question:

Need your expert advice. Looking for 2+2 platform carrier for a 2inch class 3 receiver on 2014 Honda Odyssey. Need sturdiness. Am concerned that +2 part will not be as sturdy as a 4 bike carrier. Please make 2 top performance recommendations and 1 value choice. Will be Transporting mountain bikes.

asked by: Adam

Expert Reply:

When it comes to purchasing a 2+2 style platform bike rack for your 2014 Honda Odyssey, my top recommendation would be for the Kuat NV 2.0 # NV22G-NA22G. The versatile design of this racks allows you to carry most bikes regardless of their size or frame design and it's aluminum construction makes it durable, lightweight, and corrosion resistant.

As for the concern of the 2+2 style not being as sturdy as a 4 bike carrier, Kuat uses bolts to secure the 2 bike extension. By using bolts instead of a pin and clip, the extension locks up solid and in my opinion, this rack is just as sturdy as any of the 4 bike platform style carriers that you will find on the market.

I have attached a video for you to check out.

expert reply by: Leah S