[flyingjack]

Bruce, we do the same as you; right or wrong it worked for us perfectly over recent 5000+ mile trip. 2022 Montana HC 295 has a 2+" factory welded rear crossover tube connecting main frame with a factory welded 2" hitch receiver. Two Aventon Level ebikes minus seat/batteries using a Fultyme bike rack with an extra 1 1/2" bolt on receiver to stop any sway=very sold. I also reinforced bike rack a little at tire drop in slots. Easy load/unload: parallel bike to rack; hold back brake; wheelie bike lifting front tire and position in tire drop in slot; then just pick up back end and place in tire slot- don't have to lift entire bike all at once=easy peasy.