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Post by toolman on May 30, 2015 15:30:09 GMT -5
I have a 2013 spree 261 rks. I found that by my experience it does not work to put 2 bikes on bumper. So, what I did is welded a 1/4 L-bracket on the inside frame to bumper on each side. You only need one L-bracket on each side. I moved the spare tire over to the right and modified it so it doesn't block the tail light (cut and re-welded spare tire mount). Then I mounted a receiver in the center of bumper that will accept my bikes and/or my generator. Very stable and had no problems. If you need more support which I doubt, then add 2 more L- brackets one on each side of frame. If you are not a welder spend the extra money and get it done that way you will not be sorry and its one less worry. Hope this helps! Good luck! Toolman Read more: kzfamilyforum.com/thread/796/bike-rack-generator-rear-bumper#ixzz3beiMOQ7X |
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Post by lynnmor on May 31, 2015 8:27:02 GMT -5
That so-called frame on a 261RKS is made from sheet metal welded together. I would be afraid to add a second coat of paint to it.
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Post by toolman on Jun 1, 2015 8:43:49 GMT -5
Yep Lynnmor, your absolutely correct, they don't make things like they did back in the days when TTs had full 1/4 frames and were tanks! Guess they had to cut the weight from some- where.
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Post by johnr on Jun 1, 2015 9:41:51 GMT -5
That's the truth. The last Jayco I had, we put a 2 bike rack on the bumper. Got to the campground and found that the bumper was bent and twisted from the stress. Don't want to do that again!
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Post by cooperrobt on Jun 4, 2015 18:28:21 GMT -5
What do you think of a bike rack that can mount on the tongue? Just a thought. I can see his the rear bumper is pretty flimsy for more then just a spare tire.
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Post by toolman on Jun 4, 2015 22:52:48 GMT -5
It works, I've seen that done before as long as you have the room. Another way I've seen done is to get a double receiver and mount bike rack on top so it's above trailer frame. But once again, ,you must have the room so you don't hit tailgate or hatch.
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