Hitch mounted bike rack?

rasband · Apr 8, 2019

I have the Kuat NV Base 2.0, it’s pricy but really solid. The only downside is the tire hits the rack so rear access is diminished a bit.

It did not work well with the factory receiver, it’s much better with the one integrated into the bumper.

JMT · Apr 8, 2019

lowranger said:
Are you bringing your bikes to Moab?

Yes, we're scheduled to arrive around Thursday, April 25, so we'll have a few days to ride Moab before everyone arrives!

JMT · Apr 8, 2019

lowranger said:
I like that one. My wife and I just picked up a couple of bikes with 4" wide tires.

It would work, and a good thing is the bikes do not touch, they can be arranged where they never rub.

Michael Alzen · Apr 8, 2019

+1 to the 1up. I have that same setup and it's great, plus they have a wall mount that I put in my garage so it keeps my bikes out of the way when I'm not using them.

Mrgreg66 · Apr 8, 2019

I use a Yakima tray style rack for 2 bikes (can get for 4) because it is the best type of rack for my mountain bike and it has an integral locking cable system.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009SM5IZS/?tag=wranglerorg-20
it does not clear the spare on it's own so I use a 7" hitch extension https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071J12YFX/?tag=wranglerorg-20

with a stabilizer so it does not rock back and forth.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N4K91GI/?tag=wranglerorg-20
I also use a locking pin for the extension, other wise, the locking function on the Yakima rack would be pointless because they could steal the whole rack with the bike on it. I don't have a current pic of the set up but if you want one, let me know and I can take one and post it.

mv70 · Apr 8, 2019

Nice to see others TJ bike racks. Here is my 2bike Thule

ac_ · Apr 8, 2019

lowranger said:
Are you bringing your bikes to Moab?

yeah one way or the other!

ac_ · Apr 8, 2019

rasband said:
I have the Kuat NV Base 2.0, it’s pricy but really solid. The only downside is the tire hits the rack so rear access is diminished a bit.

It did not work well with the factory receiver, it’s much better with the one integrated into the bumper.

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You and I have the same rear bumper except I opted for the swing out spare holder.

primetime4 · Apr 8, 2019

I also just picked up a 1up rack and it has been perfect so far. I am running a Thule XT Pro on my other truck and while that is a great rack, the wide baskets interfered with the spare. The 1up tray is narrow enough that I can squeeze it on without needing an extender. There is not enough room to tilt the tack up but I have the single carrier so that is not necessary. I really like the stability and security of no extension and it is just a quality unit.

rasband · Apr 8, 2019

ac_ said:
You and I have the same rear bumper except I opted for the swing out spare holder.

I love it! I was going to get the spare tire rack holder version but decided to probably get the ORFab. Which will further complicate bike racks...

BugoutJeep · Apr 8, 2019

I assume a spare tire bike rack is a no go? I haven't messed with any fat bikes, just road and mountain bikes.

I've hauled a motorcycle on a hitch mount though.

rasband · Apr 8, 2019

I had the Thule Spare Me Pro (a spare tire carrier) and wasn't fond of it, primarily because I don't like my bike hanging from something and rubbing.

lowranger · Apr 8, 2019

ac_ said:
yeah one way or the other!

Sure glad you put those air bags in your pickup. Overhead camper..... trailer.... Jeep ... bikes. What else are you going to pile one?

ac_ · Apr 8, 2019

lowranger said:
Sure glad you put those air bags in your pickup. Overhead camper..... trailer.... Jeep ... bikes. What else are you going to pile one?

BBQ and Generator lol

lowranger · Apr 8, 2019

ac_ said:
BBQ and Generator lol

2 more very important items!

JMT · Apr 8, 2019

Well, @ac_, you hardly have any choices for a fat bike

carrier! LOL

ac_ · Apr 9, 2019

Well to update you all, I factored in everything and researched all of your suggestions, but decided on going with @JMT's suggestion. For the cheap bikes I have, it made the most sense. Plus it will work for me without buying anything extra on top of it. This will be versatile on all of my vehicles.

I appreciate all of the pictures and suggestions. I will tell you that wasn't my first choice so this forum is awesome!

I will try and update this thread when I get it installed and the bikes on it.

Thanks again everybody!

ac_ · Apr 16, 2019

Ok got the bike rack, and it is installed and loaded up!

JMT · Apr 17, 2019

ac_ said:
Ok got the bike rack, and it is installed and loaded up!

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Jeep looks good too! Woohoo!

FYI, we ended up facing the bikes in the same direction and just staggering the mounts. There’s enough adjustability to do it this way too and avoid any handlebars hitting seats, et al. You may be fine, just wanted to let you know

Paparock1 · Apr 17, 2019

that fat tire cruiser is awesome. Your jeep looks great also.

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