Name: Allen Premier QR
Brand: Allen Sports
Rating: 84 (739 reviews)

84/100

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Users (739 ratings)

Experts (0 reviews)

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Facts

Rack Type

Hitch, Hanging, Spare Tire

Brand

Allen Sports

Maximum Load Capacity

2 Bikes, 3 Bikes, 4 Bikes, 5 Bikes

Maximum Weight Per Bike

35 lb

Vehicle Type

Hatchback, Minivan, Sedan, SUV, Truck, Van

Weight

25, 26, 27, 28, 30 lb

Material

Steel, Plastic, Rubber

Summary of Reviews

We have read all expert and user reviews on the Allen Premier QR. In summary, this is what cyclists think. Published Mar 11, 2026 by Rachel Rushing.

7 reasons to buy

The Premier QR series of racks comes in two (QR525), three (QR535), four (QR545), and five-bike (QR555) versions. The 400QR can be used on SUVs where a spare tire is mounted.
Assembly is straightforward, and all owners appreciate the intuitive, tool-free installation.
Most report that the hitch cam tightener effectively prevents wobble at the hitch.
Bikes are easy to load, and the rubber straps hold them securely, according to most owners.
QR Series racks tilt away from vehicles for easier rear access.
The Premier 400QR folds flat horizontally, allowing clearance for swing-out rear hatches and truck tailgates.
These racks are covered by a lifetime warranty, but owners find the claims process cumbersome.

5 reasons not to buy

Several owners report the rack getting stuck inside the hitch receiver.
Owners of the three, four, and five-bike versions recommend mounting fewer bikes to prevent bike-to-bike contact.
Several complain of rusting as quickly as one month. For one owner, this occurs on the hitch and a crack forms.
Some report play in the upright vertical post, support arms, and tilt mechanism.
Owners describe Allen Sports’ customer support as frustrating, unresponsive, or unhelpful.

Bottom line

The Allen Premier QR Series includes hanging hitch racks for two to five bikes, including a spare tire option. Their appeal stems from competitive pricing, tool-free installation, secure rubber straps, a tilting feature, and an effective anti-wobble system. However, reports of racks jamming in the hitch receiver, rust, and wobbly components are cause for concern. Coupled with unresponsive customer support and an optimistic carrying capacity claim, the upfront savings of the Allen Premier QR may not be worth it.