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Review on 🚲 Swagman XC2 Hitch Mount Bike Rack for 2-Inch Receiver in Black - Enhancing SEO by Chris Kidd

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Nice bike rack, but there are a few tricks to mounting it.

Good. I just bought it and it broke while assembling it! I hope that the company will replace the broken parts because the assembly instructions weren't very clear with the tiny pictures I used to look at through a magnifying glass. If you're buying this, here are 3 things I've found helpful: First, the 2" socket has a set screw that's very difficult to remove (several other reviewers also point this out). I had to take a small pipe to tighten an allen wrench to add more leverage to turn. Second, nowhere in the instructions is it specified where all the various washers and lock washers go. They all have a place - lock washers go on the 2 large set screws, 4 washers go on the quick adjust knobs, etc. Line everything up and line it up with the correct #/size screws Third and most important (this is what I broke) If the "quick adjuster" does not tighten easily, DO NOT tighten further as this will tear it off. Instead, move them to the other side of the tire holder posts (FLAT side) where they will tighten slightly to hold the posts in place. I figured out my mistake (checked the instructions 10 times which didn't help) I hope S Wagman will replace them. :-(

Pros
  • Handsfree
Cons
  • There are problems