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Old 07-21-2018, 03:01 PM   #4
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Rear bumper mounted receivers are notoriously BAD! First that's not really a bumper. It's a dump hose holder Seriously, the metal used on the bumper is extremely thin. Second, it will literally tear apart at the welds when the cantilevered weight of a bike rack and bikes is added. I've seen it happen. The best option for a bike rack I've seen is where a class IV receiver is welded to the frame of the trailer. Cost is about $400. Then a good receiver mounted bike rack is secured to the receiver and the bikes ride safely and securely. Some 5er's are equipped with a "cargo" rack that can be used for bikes with a bit of modification.
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