KAC Sport Hitch 1.25" Bike Rack Unboxing, Assemble and Mount To My Car For Lectric XP Fat Tire Bike

[@karldavis4828]

Well done Kathy! Thanks for being so organized and diligent about reading and following instructions. Thanks for the great tips

[@kat2tree]

My pleasure. Happy to help. Appreciate you watching and your comment. Enjoy and have fun.

[@IAmWord]

Thanks Kathy - You made this way easier for me ESPECIALLY pointing out that it folds in two places. I completely missed that pin that folds the hook rack down so I thought I was stuck driving it as is. You rock!

[@kat2tree]

So happy I could help. Enjoy your your new bike rack. Thanks for watching and your comment : )

[@hurleywilson7246]

Nice job Kathy.

[@kat2tree]

Thank you! : )

[@wildevideos]

THANK YOU KATHY. THANK YOU. THANK YOU.

[@kat2tree]

Happy to help. Enjoy the ride...

[@NOWitsOKto]

Thanks, Kathy, as I'm about to order that exact carrier/rack soon. I've had a Lectric XP since they came out. Couple things have or are about to change. First, I have a different vehicle and so the folding XP won't fit inside, so need a difference solution. Secondly, I just ordered a non-folding larger ebike, so needed something to be able to take it on the road when I desire. Nice video, looks like it shouldn't be a big deal, probably like you 45-60 minute job.

[@kat2tree]

Good luck with your new rack. Hope you like it. Still using mine, and it’s working great, I love it. Have fun! Appreciate you watching and your comment. : )

[@NuFishin]

You can buy a hitch adapter if you have a different hitch size compared to the item you are carrying.

[@kat2tree]

Great tip! Thank you! 🚴‍♀️

[@deBrole]

The tire brackets (R&L) should be alternated (inserted 1st on one side, second on the other) to allow for flexibility to mount different size bikes.

[@McTurtle1973]

Thank you for making this video. I think you just sold me on this rack! 🚲

[@kat2tree]

Awesome! Still using mine, works really well. Thanks for your comment and for watching. Enjoy the ride... : )

[@gonzo2.0]

Would have been great to see the bikes on the rack, good video

[@kat2tree]

Thank you! I actually have another video showing the bikes on the rack. Check it out…. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nGfFoWOVbLuihc0

[@ericgray1801]

Those little plastic pieces that are unidentified actually fit inside of the clamp fittings for the short hook and long hook. I suppose they are extra in case one cracks.

[@kat2tree]

Thanks for the clarification on those plastic pieces. Helps out immensely. Really appreciate you watching and your comment! 😀

[@DickiesBeerReviews]

I just installed this rack on my Jeep. I don't know what those plastic things are for either :) I do notice there is some "play" in the hitch on mine. I have to install a 1 1/2" adapter to my 2" hitch. I'm not sure if I have to tighten the bolt more that goes into the hitch with the lock or not.

[@kat2tree]

That's nice. Hope it works out good on your Jeep. Sorry took me a minute to get back to you on this, I was trying to find Eric Gray's comment on those plastic things, He wrote: "Those little plastic pieces that are unidentified actually fit inside of the clamp fittings for the short hook and long hook. I suppose they are extra in case one cracks." Sounds right, hope this helps. And yes. you need to tighten that bolt. Enjoy your new bike rack, it's awesome!!! : ))

[@jesuisravi]

So, now for the big question: How did it work with the Lectric XP? The music, by the way, it interesting.

[@kat2tree]

Works great!

[@jesuisravi]

@@kat2tree Good

[@samshurp4518]

Just to confirm, is this for 1.25inch receiver? I have looked at hitch mount bike rack online, and I could rarely find any for 1.25 inch receiver. I am thinking of buying a 1.25 inch to 2 inch adapter.

[@kat2tree]

Yes, 1.25" receiver hitch is what I have. Hope that helps.

[@nlerias1]

Is there a lock on the upper frame hook? From another video I saw that the KAC overdrive 2” has a lock on there

[@kat2tree]

yes, there is. Very nice to be able to lock the top one and that secures the bottom one as well. Because you would have to take the top one off to remove the bottom one. Hope that helps...

[@chelseyjackson1798]

So did you ever figure out what those plastic things were?

[@kat2tree]

Chelsey Jackson no, I’m still trying to figure that one out. Very puzzling 🤔 to me for sure. Still thinking it works with the strap they gave me, but haven’t had a chance to try it out yet. : )

[@chelseyjackson1798]

I haven’t either! 😂 I put mine together last night. Seems like a nice product! If you ever figure it out, let me know 🙂

[@kat2tree]

Chelsey Jackson that’s awesome! Enjoy your new Bike Rack, and I’ll let you know if I figure it out. Have fun out there! 😀

[@derekcooper8962]

@@chelseyjackson1798 after contacting KAC those 2 pieces are spare bar clamps for either the wheel holders or the hook arms if one gets broken.

[@jillchandler2651]

I wouldn't put that much weight on a 1.25 hitch.......get a 2 in mount.....js

[@kat2tree]

My hitch is rated at 2,000 lbs. and my bike rack is rated at 60 lbs. each bike. Just make sure you check your hitch and bike rack for the weight you need and make sure your hitch and bike rack can handle what you intend to haul. In my case I did just that and I'm well under the max weight capacity. So, each situation is different of course. Get what works for you and be safe out there and do your research to make sure your in the specks you need for your situation.

[@gman5794]

@@kat2tree The hitch rating is for towing, not supporting weight.

[@kat2tree]

You’re right. It’s 200 lbs. for the tongue weight, so we’re still good with this one. With 2 Lectric XP’s at 60lbs. and the rack you would be under 200lbs. Enjoy the ride! Appreciate your comment and stopping by…