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  • Does Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch 75761 for 2014 BMW X1 Have Capacity for Motorcycle Carrier
  • The Draw Tite hitch for your 2014 BMW X1 # 75761 that you referenced has a tongue weight capacity of 350 lbs. This means that if your motorcycle carrier weighs less than 90 lbs like the etrailer # e98873 which weighs 58 lbs you'd be totally fine. I looked up your vehicle towing capacity and it appears to have a higher capacity than this as well.
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  • Recommended Hitch for Carrying Dirt Bike on 2014 BMW X1
  • Draw-Tite offers the # 75761 Class III hitch for your 2014 X1, which is what I'd recommend if your X1 has the panoramic moon roof. If the weight of the dirt bike and the carrier you're planning on using is less than 400 lbs, this hitch would work great for you. If you don't yet have a carrier, I'd recommend the # e98873 which weighs in at 58 lbs and has a 500 lb capacity. I've linked to an installation video for the hitch and a demonstration video for the carrier I mentioned.
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch, Wiring, and Ball Mount for 2016 BMW X1
  • For your 2016 BMW X1, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" # C13303. The towing capacity of your vehicle is rated at 3,700 lbs, so that is the maximum weight you can tow. This will work for your boat, jet ski, and bikes. For your wiring, I recommend the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Connector # 118717 which will be plug and play. Then you can use the Curt Towing Starter Kit for 2" Hitches - 2" Ball - 3/4" Rise, 2" Drop - 7.5K #...
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  • Best Bike Rack Recommendation for 2018 BMW X1 with etrailer Hitch Installed
  • For the etrailer 2-inch hitch that fits your 2018 BMW X1 part # e93KR the Kuat NV 2.0 part # NV22G if you are looking for the absolute best of the best. It's the easiest to load, the best made, and has features other racks don't offer like a built-in repair stand. If you were looking for something priced lower the Hollywood Racks Trail Rider part # HR200Z is the best option. This rack is very well made and is much more stable than other bike racks in it's price range.
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  • Will Thule T2 Pro XTB Bike Rack Fit BMW X1 with 2 inch Curt Hitch Installed
  • Yes, the Thule T2 Pro XTR part # TH83JV that you reference will work great in the Curt hitch part # C13140 that you have installed on your 2015 BMW X1. The rack would have plenty of clearance to fit and well and is overall one of the nicest bike racks you can get so I know you'll be super happy with it! I attached a review video link for the rack to this page for you to check out as well.
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch And Wiring For 2014 BMW X1 AWD Turbo
  • I was not able to find the towing capacity for the 2014 BMW X1. You will need to check the owner's manual or ask the dealership what the towing capacity is. If you find that you can tow with your BMW the trailer hitch I recommend is part # 75761. This is a Class lll hitch and it has a 2-inch trailer hitch receiver. Since you plan on doing some towing you might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and...
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  • Best 3-Bike Trunk Mounted Bike Rack for 2017 BMW X1
  • The best 3-bike truck rack that fits your 2017 BMW X1 is the Thule OutWay part # TH56BV. What makes this rack far superior to the others is the attachment system. It uses 2 retractable coated steel cables to attach to the vehicle rather than 6 nylon straps like other racks. This makes installation quick and easy and the cables also last longer. The cables store inside the rack so there are no loose straps ends to flap around. The cables can also be locked into position to deter theft...
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  • What Crossbar System do You Recommend that Doesnt Extend Past the Feet on My 2018 BMW X1?
  • I have a great flush crossbar system for you. Unfortunately, I confirmed with Thule that they discontinued the Fit Kit 4023 which is required to mount the AeroBlades TH7602B-TH7603B to your 2018 BMW X1. Without that fit kit, there is no way to attach the AeroBlades to your flush rails. We also do not have any other Thule systems that do not extend past the feet that fit your flush rails. With that being said, the only other option for a crossbar system for your X1 that does not extend...
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  • Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2014 BMW X1
  • The closest thing we have to a hitch solution for you would be the Draw Tite hitch part # 75761 but it only has a 400 lb tongue weight capacity and would not be strong enough for your 600 lb ATV plus the weight of the carrier. For that heavy of an ATV you'd have to look into a small trailer for transporting it. The Draw Tite # 75761 would be a great option for this though. If you wanted to do some towing you might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball...
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  • Recommended Roof Rack for 2019 BMW X1
  • The best roof rack option we have for a 2019 BMW X1 with roof rails is the Thule WingBar Evo Crossbar System part # TH711220, part # TH710601, and part # TH186007. It provides an overhang for extra space and it has aero bars for sleek look. In regards to height, I don't have exact figures for you but most will be around the same height which is usually about 3-4" above the roof to the top of the crossbar.
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  • Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2013 BMW X1
  • I have included a picture that shows what Curt hitch # C13140 looks like when installed on a BMW X1. The picture is from the instructions which I have also linked for you. As you can see the receiver opening is the only part visible beneath the rear fascia. At this time none of the other manufacturers we carry have plans for a hitch for the 2013 X1. That could potentially change in the future. The 2 inch receiver on the Curt hitch will provide you with many more bike rack options than...
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  • How To Carry Bikes On a 2014 BMW X1
  • I do have an option for you to carry bikes on your 2014 BMW X1 but they do not offer a trailer hitch for models with the panoramic sunroof. I cannot recommend that you modify one to work for you either. Therefore, your best option is to just use a trunk mounted bike rack for which I recommend the Thule OutWay Trunk Bike Rack # TH45JV This is highly popular and easy to install. It has many great features. Check out the video that I have included for you to see if you might be interested.
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  • Could T-Bolts of Thule Dockglide Kayak Carrier Fit into Top Channel of 2018 BMW X1 Crossbars
  • Most likely the T-bolts of the Thule Dock Glide part # TH896 would fit the top channel on the crossbars of your 2018 BMW X1 but you'd need to measure to be sure. The T-bolt measure 3/4 inch by 3/4 inch and has a shank that is .23 inches thick. We've found that nearly all crossbar top channels have dimensions that work with this so I would be surprised if this did not fit.
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  • Stealth Hitch and Swing Away Bike Rack that Fits 2020 BMW X1
  • Since your plan is to carry a bike rack with the Stealth hitch for your 2020 BMW X1 you wouldn't need the version that includes the ball mount and wiring part # SH55VR and would instead want the part # SH77VR. So for a bike rack that can pivot out and away from the rear of the vehicle with bikes loaded to give you complete rear cargo area access the Apex Swing part # TH9027XT would be a great option. Then for a hitch cargo carrier the part # 63153 would be a great option as well.
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  • Best Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2014 BMW X1
  • Best option for a trailer hitch for your 2014 BMW X1 is the Draw Tite hitch part # 75761 which is a confirmed fit and has the best capacities. I attached an install video for this hitch for you to check out as well.
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  • Trunk Bike Rack that Fits 2016 BMW X1
  • For your 2016 BMW X1 we have the Hollywood Racks Over the Top part # HRF2 that is a confirmed fit. This is actually the only 2 bike rack that fits your vehicle.
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  • Recommended Trunk Mount Bike Rack for a 2018 BMW X1
  • For your 2018 BMW X1, I recommend using the Hollywood Racks Over-the-Top Bike Rack part # HRF2 for two bikes or part # HRF2-3 for three bikes. The reason that I recommend you use this bike rack is because it's design allows for the least amount of contact with the vehicle. If you take a look at the attached photo you will see how the dual upper arms can be adjusted to avoid all contact with the rear spoiler on your X1. There are other options available like the Thule OutWay 2-Bike Rack...
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  • Trailer Hitch and Wiring for a 2015 BMW X1
  • I searched and searched and was finally able to find out that BMW does not provide a tow rating for the 2015 X1. Though in the owner's manual it does state that the vehicle can be used to tow. Usually on smaller SUVs and cross over vehicles the towing capacity is not very high, 1,500 pounds, which I would say is safe for this vehicle. To get a more definitive answer I recommend contacting a BMW dealership. For a trailer hitch you can use Curt hitch # C13140. All of the trailer hitches...
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  • Hitch and Step Through E-Bike Rack For 2020 BMW X1
  • For a hitch, I recommend the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver Part # e93KR. This is a Class III hitch that has a 2" receiver opening. It provides a maximum tongue weight rating of 525 pounds, as well as a maximum tow rating of 3500 pounds. When use for towing, please advise the owner's manual for the appropriate tow rating for your vehicle specified from the manufacturer. Now for a bike rack. I personally like the ease of installation and use, as well as the features of the Inno Tire Hold...
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  • Recommended Wiring And Brake Controller For a 2014 BMW X1 Pulling a 1990 Scamp Travel Trailer
  • I recommend the Tekonsha ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness # 119250KIT to give you the lights that you need for towing your 1990 Scamp with your 2014 BMW X1. To this you will add the 7-Way RV Upgrade Kit # ETBC7L to convert the 4-way flat to a 7-way blade connector. It will also give you a 40-amp circuit breaker and wiring needed to run a charge line to the battery on your BMW. The Curt Echo Wireless Trailer Brake Controller # C51180 will then allow you to control the trailer...
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