Before choosing a bike rack you will need one of the following:
A 1-1/4” or 2” hitch, Tire mount, R.V. bumper or Bumper with ball mount.

For each of the above methods, you will need to know the tongue weight capacity
prior to choosing your bike rack. The tongue weight is identified on your hitch or bumper.

What is "Tongue Weight"?
Tongue weight is the downward push on a hitch or bumper for example:
if your hitch or bumper states maximum tongue weight capacity of 200 pounds,
then the weight of the bike rack you choose plus the combined weight of the bikes
you intend to carry must not exceed 200 pounds.

For Towing Applications:
If you choose a bike rack that enables you to tow, then you will have to add the
tongue weight of your trailer to the weight of the bike rack plus combined weight
of the bikes you want to carry. The total tongue weight must not exceed the weight
load as stipulated on your hitch or bumper.

TYPICAL HITCH TONGUE WEIGHT
(Please check your hitch to confirm Manufacturer's Specifications)
Class of Hitches
Class I Tongue weight up to 200 pounds. Usually flat bar or 1-1/4” style hitch.
Class II Tongue weight up to 350 pounds. Usually 1-1/4” style hitch.
Class III Tongue weight up to 500 pounds. A 2”style hitch.
Class V Tongue weight up to 1000 pounds. A 2” style hitch.


NOTE: Do not exceed hitch manufacturer specifications.