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Swagman

Swagman

Canadian manufacturer of bike racks including hitch, trunk, and RV-specific models. Popular for affordable RV bike carriers.

mid_range TierCanadaEst. 1989
Products8
Categories2
WarrantyLifetime on hard goods
WebsiteVisit site

About Swagman

Swagman is the Canadian bike rack brand that's been the default recommendation for tow-vehicle and RV applications for about as long as anyone has been taking bikes to campgrounds. Founded in 1989 in Penticton, British Columbia, the company specializes in racks that fit the vehicles nobody else wants to deal with — RV bumpers, spare-tire mounts, and fifth-wheel pins.

Their RV-Approved line is the reason: most hitch bike racks void their warranty the moment you put them on a motorhome because of the bounce. Swagman engineers specifically for that abuse. The RV-Approved stamp on a rack means it's been tested for thousands of miles of RV bounce.

Pricing is mid-tier. The aesthetic is utilitarian. If you're taking bikes on a travel trailer or Class C, Swagman is usually the safe answer.

Did you know?

Swagman's "RV-Approved" bike rack certification requires the rack to survive an 8-hour continuous vibration test on a hydraulic shaker table — the same testing RV manufacturers use for holding tank mounts.

Top Swagman racks compared

Swagman XC Cross-Country 2-Bike Hitch Rack

81/100
Weight Capacity
100.0
Weight
32.0
Length
5.0
Width
34.0
Height
11.0
Material
Steel
Mounting
Hitch Receiver
Installation
Basic Tools
Noise Rating
Silent
Security
Basic
Value Score
84
Ease of Use
82
Build Quality
74

Swagman RV Approved 2-Bike Bumper Rack

81/100
Weight Capacity
100.0
Weight
25.0
Length
5.0
Width
35.0
Height
11.0
Material
Steel
Mounting
Rv Bumper
Installation
Basic Tools
Noise Rating
Silent
Security
None
Value Score
84
Ease of Use
82
Build Quality
74

Swagman Dispatch 2-Bike Hitch Rack

81/100
Weight Capacity
100.0
Weight
51.0
Length
37.0
Width
14.5
Height
9.5
Material
Steel
Mounting
Hitch Receiver
Installation
Basic Tools
Noise Rating
Silent
Security
Basic
Value Score
82
Ease of Use
82
Build Quality
74

Swagman Chinook 2-Bike Hitch Rack

81/100
Weight Capacity
100.0
Weight
44.0
Length
40.0
Width
16.5
Height
9.5
Material
Steel
Mounting
Hitch Receiver
Installation
Basic Tools
Noise Rating
Silent
Security
Basic
Value Score
84
Ease of Use
82
Build Quality
74

Swagman Around The Spare Tire Bike Rack

81/100
Weight Capacity
100.0
Weight
18.0
Length
34.0
Width
12.0
Height
26.0
Material
Steel
Mounting
Spare Tire Mount
Installation
Basic Tools
Noise Rating
Silent
Security
None
Value Score
84
Ease of Use
83
Build Quality
74

All Swagman Products(8)

Swagman XC Cross-Country 2-Bike Hitch Rack — product detail (Swagman)
81/100

Swagman

Swagman XC Cross-Country 2-Bike Hitch Rack

Bike Rackshitch_mount_bike
~$338MSRP
Swagman RV Approved 2-Bike Bumper Rack — product detail (Swagman)
81/100

Swagman

Swagman RV Approved 2-Bike Bumper Rack

Bike Rackshitch_mount_bike
~$272MSRP
Swagman Dispatch 2-Bike Hitch Rack — product detail (Swagman)
81/100

Swagman

Swagman Dispatch 2-Bike Hitch Rack

Bike Rackshitch_mount_bike
~$833MSRP
Swagman Chinook 2-Bike Hitch Rack — product detail (Swagman)
81/100

Swagman

Swagman Chinook 2-Bike Hitch Rack

Bike Rackshitch_mount_bike
~$646MSRP
Swagman Trailhead 4-Bike RV Rack — product detail (Swagman)
81/100

Swagman

Swagman Trailhead 4-Bike RV Rack

RV Carriersrv_bumper_bike
~$425MSRP
Swagman Around The Spare Tire Bike Rack — product detail (Swagman)
81/100

Swagman

Swagman Around The Spare Tire Bike Rack

Bike Racksspare_tire_bike
~$391MSRP
Swagman Escapee 2-Bike RV Rack — product detail (Swagman)
81/100

Swagman

Swagman Escapee 2-Bike RV Rack

RV Carriersrv_bumper_bike
~$977MSRP
Swagman XC2 2-Bike Hitch Rack — product detail (Swagman)
81/100

Swagman

Swagman XC2 2-Bike Hitch Rack

Bike Rackshitch_mount_bike
~$340MSRP

Prices may vary. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Frequently Asked Questions About Swagman

Swagman products range from ~$272 to ~$977. Most products are ready to install without expensive add-ons. Use our Fit Guide to see the total cost including any required accessories for your vehicle.
Swagman offers Bike Racks, RV Carriers. Fitment varies by vehicle year, make, model, and roof type. Use our Fit Guide to enter your vehicle details — we'll show exactly which Swagman products are compatible and what additional parts you may need.
Swagman covers hard goods for the lifetime of the original owner. Soft goods are covered for 1 year. Keep your receipt and register your product.
Swagman positions in the mid_range segment with 8 products across 2 categories. They're a good fit if you need bike racks, rv carriers at a balance of quality and value for regular use.

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