How To Carry Four Bikes on a 2016 Lincoln MKZ
Question:
Can the CURT 12091 Class 2 Trailer Hitch receiver be used with my Reese Q-Slot Platform-Style 2 Bike and 4 Bike Rack on a 2016 Lincoln MKZ with an 1.25inch to 2inch adapter?
asked by: HatSonII
Expert Reply:
There is a possibility that you can use your Reese Q-Slot PS63138 with the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C12091 on your 2016 Lincoln MKZ. However, the adapter you need, Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver Adapter part # C45785 will reduce you weight capacity by 50%. Therefore, the total weight of your four bikes cannot exceed 109 lbs. If they do not then you can use the Reese Q-Slot but you will also need the Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap part # 18050 to abide by Curt's warranty for the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver.
That said, a better option for you would be to just use the Swagman Trailhead 4 Bike Rack part # S63380 because it is lighter at 35 lbs and it allows for more room with your bike's weight. If you have any alternative frame bikes you can use the Swagman Deluxe Bike Frame Adapter Bar part # 64005.
Please note if the weight capacity of your vehicle is lower than that of the trailer hitch then this is the figure you will need to reduce by 50% and then subtract the weight of the bike rack from (66 lbs).
Products Referenced in This Question
Swagman Bike Frame Adapter Bar - Small - 22-1/2" - 30" - 35 lbs
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Spare Tire Bike Racks
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Adapter Bar
- Frame
- 22-1/2 - 30 Inch Long
- Swagman
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class II
- 350 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver Adapter - 1-1/4" (Class II) to 2" - 6" Long
- Hitch Adapters
- Hitch Expander
- Bike Racks
- Cargo Carriers
- Hitch Mounted Accessories
- 6 Inch Extension
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- 1-1/4 Inch to 2 Inch
- CURT
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Swagman Trailhead Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hanging Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Locks Not Included
- 4 Bikes
- Class 1
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Swagman
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Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap for Hitch-Mounted Accessories - 61" x 1" - Qty 1
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hitch Cargo Carrier
- Tie Down Straps
- CURT
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