Reviews for Quadratec 2 Bike Platform Rack for 2" Receiver Hitch
Made for jeep
Extended for Wrangler spare tire
It's great! Assembly was relatively easy.
Easily carries 2 carbon bikes securely. There is a little wiggle in the receiver but I plan to add a couple shims to solve that. Clears the rear tire well and the joints are solid. Also much cheaper than other generic carriers plus an extender to clear the spare tire.
Easy install was able to drill hole on Support bracket and use cable tire lock.
I recently purchased the Quadratec Hitch Mount 2 Bike Platform Rack for my 2020 Jeep Sahara, and overall, I’m pretty happy with the purchase. It fits great on the back of my Jeep and feels very secure once mounted. One of my favorite features is how easily it folds up when not in use, a huge plus for garage storage or when I’m not hauling bikes.
The design is especially handy for bikes without traditional top tubes, and the ratcheting arms do a great job of keeping the bikes stable without scratching the finish. It’s compatible with a range of bike sizes and styles
That said, there are a few downsides. The biggest one for me is that it blocks the backup camera, which is a bit inconvenient. It also feels a little wobbly, especially when fully loaded. A ramp would’ve been a great addition to make loading heavy bikes easier — lifting them onto the rack can be a bit of a workout.
Still, for the price and quality, it’s a solid, well-built rack. The steel construction and anti-rattle hitch pin give it a rugged, durable feel, and the fact that it tilts down for tailgate access is a thoughtful touch. Overall, I’d recommend it, especially if you're hauling bikes that don't fit standard racks, just be prepared for a few trade-offs.
Good price vs. competition. Weight rating adequate for my purposes (my wife and I own a Trek road bike and an eBike.) Should fit on back of my 2011 JK even with 37" oversize tire mounted on back. Holding off on giving 5-star review as I just ordered the rack and haven't received it, yet.
Excellent rack.
This rack can support a 27.5+ mountain bike along side a kids 20" bike. The fact that it supports bikes from the wheels rather than the frame is excellent and the fact that it's hitch is extended to fit with a Wrangler spare tire make it a sure win.
There are two flaws with this hitch that anyone considering must know.
It's very heavy. The construction is steel. It will likely last a long time, but the rack is heavy enough that you might need assistance in installing it into your receiver.
The second flaw is the mechanism for folding does not have a safety catch. Mine doesn't match the photos, the lever to disengage the positioning lock points down, and requires being rotated back to unlock. Which means that it could, theoretically, be disengaged by something on the road (speed bump? road debris? rocks and garbage? harsh bump?). There is no positive lock on the handle or mechanism to secure this. It's not likely a problem, but I can see it being an issue in rare cases.
Well built. Very heavy to lift but that is the trade off to handle 110lbs in bike weight. Holds bikes well from road bike to 3” tire size 29inch mountain bike. Didn’t give it 5 stars do to the weight and a few minor design flaws but good value for the money.
Fits very well on a 2018 Jeep Wrangler JL. The main issue is that it is somewhat difficult for one person to load a heavy bike such as a 50 lb e-bike. It really needs a ramp that would make it a lot easier for one person to load bike. The rack itself does hold the bikes okay, but the bikes will rub against each other due to movement so it is best to get some pipe insulation or pool noodles from Walmart or Dollar General to use to prevent rubbing. The rack also has plenty of clearance from spare tire when in use and in the stowed position. If I can find a ramp to use with this rack I would give it a 5-star rating.