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Buzzatronic
07-28-2014, 02:57 PM
After I get my laser alignment and ROLO swaybars on my RTS I'm really hoping I can figure out a way to mount a bike rack. I've seen a few custom jobs in the forums here but I'm not ready to start drilling holes or fabricating my own metal just yet. :)

I'm wondering what people think of attaching something like this to the OEM trailer hitch:

http://www.amazon.com/Pro-Series-63132-2-Bike-Carrier/dp/B004R36C8A/ref=pd_sim_sbs_sg_28?ie=UTF8&refRID=01BQN8S919DEFF7ENVF8#productDetails

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Saris makes a version as well but it's a little heavier (20lbs vs. 15lbs).

I think the tongue weight limit of the OEM rig is 40lbs and since my bike weighs about 20lbs, I think I have 15-20lbs of weight to work with before I start having problems.

Thoughts?

bcoulter19
07-28-2014, 03:10 PM
I would think the added weight while riding and where the weight would be might be an issue but thats just me.

MouthPiece
07-28-2014, 03:38 PM
I would think the added weight while riding and where the weight would be might be an issue but thats just me.

Although I've wanted to do the same thing, (my wife and I are avid bikers) I agree.

​Chris

bgame
07-28-2014, 03:49 PM
If I can't put gas in it or jump start it to ride it.... I don't want it....;)

Cruzr Joe
07-28-2014, 03:50 PM
i don't believe that bracket will be stable enough on the back of an RT and the sway will wind up beating your RT to smithereens (just my .02 worth)

Cruzr Joe

Buzzatronic
07-29-2014, 11:36 AM
Ok looks like I'll need to get something fabricated specific to my needs. Time to find a local blacksmith! :)

Dragonfly
07-29-2014, 05:53 PM
This looks like it might be just what your looking for. http://discount-trailers.com/yakima-rackandroll-66.htm

Buzzatronic
07-29-2014, 09:19 PM
This looks like it might be just what your looking for. http://discount-trailers.com/yakima-rackandroll-66.htm

Thanks for the link, I didn't know this existed. I can see this being used for hauling my and my wife's bikes on long trips but I'm looking for something a bit more low maintenance for when I'm riding alone locally.

It's also hella expensive. :/

garb55
07-29-2014, 11:29 PM
the hitch mount bike rack you are looking at is only 15 pounds [hitch is rated at 40 pounds]
if your bike/bikes are under 25pounds it should work
the only thing you have to watch for is how much the bikes move around going down the road
should be able to tie the top of the rack back down to the front [axel end] of the hitch on both sides to stop most of the movement

MouthPiece
07-30-2014, 09:44 AM
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I really like that. Might have a problem as far as brake lights, ect., but I really do like that. Cindy & I have been looking for something like this. Thanks for the post.

Chris

Dragonfly
07-30-2014, 02:55 PM
Thanks for the link, I didn't know this existed. I can see this being used for hauling my and my wife's bikes on long trips but I'm looking for something a bit more low maintenance for when I'm riding alone locally.

It's also hella expensive. :/

It is a little pricey but Harbor Freight / Tractor Supply might have something similar for a whole less.

Buzzatronic
07-30-2014, 03:27 PM
I think ideally I wouldn't need to haul a trailer at all (for my solo trips). I'm wondering how easy it would be to mount one of these:

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http://www.yakima.com/shop/bike/roof/raptoraero

to the Seal universal hitch mount bracket:

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http://www.sealcreativeconcepts.com/seal-products/universal-hitch-mount-bracket/