Bike Rack Loose In Hitch

When i ed my yakima bike rack the adapter was so loose it caused the bikes and the rack to sway as much as 8.

Bike rack loose in hitch.

These racks allow you to open the rear door or hatch but you will need to remove the bikes to tilt the rack. We bought a thule bike that can swing open. When ed into the 2 opening on the hidden hitch the amount of play was at least 1 16 on each side. Designed for use with almost all cargo carriers hitch mounted bike racks towing balls motorcycle carriers weight distribution hitches flag mounts and just about any other receiver mounted accessory.

However i also ordered the hitch adapter ht02. Tilting hitch bike racks will tilt down at the rack s base when you pull a switch or remove a pin. Fixed position hitch bike racks always stay in place and you need to remove them to access the back of your vehicle. Leader of the hitch bike racks for over 50 years.

Using an anti rattle hitch and cable lock will add an element of security for the bike and racks but is not going to offer any additional support to reduce movement of the rack. The hitch clamp removes the play between your hitch mounted carrier and your hitch receiver. It was by no means as acceptable. Our products are designed built and tested to the highest standards of quality earning top rated reviews for their ease of use value and rock solid reliability.

We have a 2 inch hitch the bike rack appears to a moving around a lot and is not completely straight. How to stabilize bike rack that is loose in hitch. Tightening the hitch bolt completely will reduce most side to side play. It arrived at the same time as the hitch.

First you can find some additional support from the use of a stabilization strap such as 18050. I do have a couple of options for you though. Allen sports has been trusted by outdoor enthusiasts around the world for more than half a century.