Product details
Allen Sports Deluxe 552QR locking 5-bike hitch rack – 2″ receiver
Practical, secure bike transport that’s simple to use
Want a sensible way to get the family’s bikes from A to B without all the faff? The Allen Sports Deluxe 552QR takes the awkward bits out of packing for a weekend away. It’s built for standard 2″ (50.8 mm) receiver hitches and comes with a locking quick-install hitch insert, so the rack sits snug and can be locked when you park up — handy if you’re leaving the car unattended. It carries up to five bikes, each one clipped into its own tie-down cradle to protect frames and stop anything rattling loose on the way.
Key features
- Locking quick-install hitch insert fits 2″ (50.8 mm) receivers and includes two keys — makes installation quick and theft a lot less likely.
- Five individual tie-down cradles secure and protect a variety of frame designs, from kids’ mountain bikes to adult road bikes.
- Folding carry arms tuck away neatly when not in use, making parking and storage much less of a faff.
- Tilt-away main mast gives fast access to the boot/tailgate without having to remove the bikes — a proper lifesaver when you’ve got shopping or kit to stow.
- No-wobble bolt reduces movement inside the hitch for a steadier, quieter ride on country roads or the motorway.
Technical details and practical notes
- Model: 552QR; brand: Allen Sports.
- Item weight approximately 10.6 kg; product dimensions 78.74 x 8.89 x 35.56 cm.
- Quick assembly: only three bolts needed to put the rack together and be on your way.
- Black powder-coated finish for outdoor durability; worth touching up any chips to keep corrosion at bay.
- Rotating tie-downs fit most bicycle frame types, but double-check unusual frames or very heavy e-bikes before loading.
Who this is for and common use cases
Ideal for families, cycling clubs or anyone who regularly needs to move multiple bikes to the start line, campsite or towpath. It sorts out common niggles like accessing the boot with bikes mounted, preventing bike-to-bike rubbing, and cutting down annoying rack wobble. If you’re planning to carry heavy e-bikes or cargo bikes, check the combined weight against your vehicle’s hitch rating — the rack itself doesn’t list a towing tonne rating, so best to verify first.
Final thoughts
All in all, this is a no-nonsense, robust option for hauling up to five bikes. It’s straightforward to fit, quick to assemble, and keeps bikes secure and protected — so no last-minute fiddling or worrying about wobble on long drives. If you’re unsure about fit, double-check the receiver size and your bike frames before buying, and remember the locking insert is a simple but effective deterrent against casual theft.