ROLA 59401 TX Hitch Mount 4-Bike Carrier with Tilt & Security
The TX Series 4-Bike Rack features Dual arm support for extra stability. Tilt function to access vehicle without unloading bikes. Anti-sway rollers reduce bike movement. Large mouth cradles fit most bike frames. Integrated, retractable cable lock for improved bike security. Folding arms offer compact storage when not in use. Fits 2” receivers. An optional telescope tube to enable level transportation of bicycles with a sloping crossbar. (ROLA 6145)
Product Features
- Carries 4 bikes, sturdy, dual-arm support offers extra stability
- Anti-sway rollers reduce bike movement during travel
- Tilts down (even with bikes loaded) for rear of vehicle access; Arms fold down when not in use
- Integrated, retractable cable lock offers improved bike security
- Fits 2″ vehicle receivers
Three bikes fit on it fine enough, and it was sturdy and secured on …
Nice rack! I just got the rack installed today, 04/16/16, and overall I really like it a lot. I especially like the built-in lock for securing your bike to the rack. Granted it could be easily overpowered with a small hammer or pry bar, but it works great as a deterrent against opportunistic thieves who would otherwise simply walk away with your ride because it was an easy target.The reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 is because I had to drill a hole in the pin on the rack to install a…
I loved the lock When used in a 2-inch receiver, the rack is VERY wobbly. I tried adding tape around hitch to fill in some of the gaps and reduce movement, but that was a very temporary, and not very successful trick. I bought this hitch specifically for the security aspect (I couldn’t believe there weren’t more racks available with built-in locks). I loved the lock, but shortly after I started using the rack, my bike flew off while going 65mph down a highway! This, of course, busted the lock (not to…