What's the distance between the two carry arms (the ends of the arms)?

On the current version (2016 and newer) hitch racks, the carry arms are 11.5" apart on center. This translates to an outside dimension of approximately 13"

What's the best way to lock bikes to this rack? I've never used a hitch rack before.

Get a long cable lock, and run it through the safety chain anchor points on your hitch, and through the frames and any quick release wheels. Alternatively, a reasonably thick (read:hard to cut) coated chain padlocked to the hitch and bikes in the same fashion.

how do you put a womens bike on this rack?

The brackets that the straps are attached to rotate around the rack arms, making it fairly easy once you figure out the best position. I actually had 3 women's bikes on the rack with no problems. The straps were on the diagonal bar and the vertical bar below the seat and it was very tight, no movement at all. No issues with women's bikes at all here.

This rack has a 1/2" hole for the pin. Lots of hitches have 5/8" holes/pins. You can use the "no-wobble" pin that they include (which is partly 1/2" and partly 5/8"), but then you need tools to put on/take off which is annoying. If you want to use an after-market key-locking trailer pin, you will likely have to drill out this bike rack's pin hole to 5/8" first. Not a great design choice in my opinion.

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🚗 Swing into adventure with the ultimate 4-bike hitch rack—compact, tough, and ready to roll!

SEAMLESS 2 RECEIVER FIT - No adapters needed—plug and play with your vehicle’s standard hitch for effortless setup.
MAXIMIZE YOUR RIDE CAPACITY - Haul up to four bikes securely with padded cradles—never leave a friend behind.
PROTECT SECURE YOUR BIKES - Individual tie-down cradles with protective padding prevent scratches and bike movement on the road.
COMPACT CONVENIENT STORAGE - Dual swing arms fold flat against your vehicle, saving space and enhancing trunk access.
BUILT TO ENDURE EVERY ADVENTURE - Heavy-duty powder-coated steel frame resists rust and road wear for long-lasting reliability.

The Allen Deluxe 4-Bike Hitch Rack (model 542RR-R) is a heavy-duty, powder-coated steel rack designed for 2" hitch receivers. It safely transports up to four bikes (max 140 lbs) using padded, secure tie-down cradles. Its dual swing arms fold flat for compact storage and easy trunk access, making it perfect for SUVs and hatchbacks. Tool-free setup and scratch protection ensure a hassle-free, durable solution for bike transport.

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Manufacturer	Allen Sport
Brand	Allen
Model	542RR-R
Product Dimensions	71.12 x 36.83 x 11.43 cm; 5.67 kg
Item model number	542RR-R
Manufacturer Part Number	542RR
OEM Part Number	542RR-R
Special Features	Foldable
Item Weight	5.67 Kilograms

Allen Deluxe 4-Bike Hitch Rack for 2" Receiver – Dual Swing Arms, Secure Tie-Down Cradles, Fold-Flat Design, Heavy-Duty Powder-Coated Steel (542RR-R)

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