The Draw-Tite Class I hitch you referenced, part # 24965, would work well as long as the weight of the trailer plus its cargo was less than the 2000 lb capacity of the hitch. You'll also want to make sure that the weight of the trailer plus whatever's loaded on it doesn't exceed the towing capacity of the vehicle itself. I checked an online copy of the owner's manual for the Optima's towing capacity, but wasn't able to find any capacity listed, so you'll need to check with your Kia dealer.
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Since your plan is to carry a bike rack with your 2002 Kia Optima the better choice will be the Draw Tite hitch part # 24709 as the Curt hitch requires the use of a stabilizer strap like part # 18050 when used with a bike rack.
Also the Draw Tite install time is much less than the Curt at 30 minutes instead of 50.
The most popular bike rack we carry that has been confirmed to fit this vehicle is the Swagman XTC2 Bike Rack part # S64670. This rack has a ton of positive reviews from our... view full answer...
We do indeed have a product that will allow you to show your license plate while also using the Thule OutWay Trunk Bike Rack # TH45JV:
- Thule License Plate Holder for Bike Racks # TH35JV
This is really simple as all you do is strap the holder directly to the outer-most bike hanging on the OutWay # TH45JV. The holder even has lights which you can power by just plugging into your vehicle's 4-way (if you have one). If you don't have a 4-way or don't want to use the lights, that's fine too... view full answer...
Most manufacturers do not list the roof capacity in their owner's manual. I checked out the owner's manual for your Optima and no roof weight capacity is listed. You may want to check with your dealership for the roof weight capacity for your vehicle.
The roof rack I recommend for your Optima is the Rhino-Rack Vortex. This roof rack has aluminum aerodynamic crossbars that are designed to reduce wind drag and noise. The roof rack has a 165 lb capacity, but you will not want to exceed the... view full answer...
The Draw Tite Hitch part # 24965 has been confirmed as a fit for all models of the 2014 Kia Optima so it would work well on your 2014 Kia Optima Hybrid for carrying a bike rack.
The Swagman XTC2, part # S64670 is one of the most popular racks because it's so easy to use, and because the rack has an angled shank that would raise the bike rack up by three inches providing additional ground clearance. Because of that, this is the rack I'd recommend for you. The rack includes an anti-rattle... view full answer...
The hitch I recommend for your 2012 Kia Optima Hybrid is the Draw-Tite # 24965. I confirmed with my technical contact at Draw-Tite that this 1-1/4-inch Class I hitch fits your 2012 Optima Hybrid with single exhaust. Since all hitch options for your car have the same 200-lb tongue weight rating, I am suggesting this hitch since its the lowest cost model offered. No drilling is required.
To help you with your installation I have linked the written instructions and an article on hitch installation... view full answer...
When installed the Draw Tite hitch part # 24965 does move the exhaust hanger bracket to the hitch instead of the factory bracket.
Your hanger may need to be adjusted slightly if it's hanging lower. If you had a shop install the hitch I'd recommend having them move the hanger or you can bend it up slightly or go with a different size hanger to make up the difference in height. view full answer...
We have several trunk-mount bike racks that are designed to fit your 2006 Optima. I have attached a link to the carrier we offer you can check out.
For a cost-effective bike carrier I recommend the Thule Passage, part # TH910XT. This bike rack has a weight capacity of 35-lbs for each bike and the carrier folds down for easy storage when not in use. This bike rack has anti-sway cradles that help keep the bikes from banging into each other.
If you are planning on carrying bikes with alternative... view full answer...
The closest roof rack we offer that has been confirmed to fit your vehicle to the part # SR1002 that you referenced would be the Rhino Rack that consists of part numbers # RRVA126B-2, # RRRLKVA and # DK283.
The # SR1002 has not been confirmed to fit your 2013 Kia Optima so I cannot recommend it for you. view full answer...
For your 2013 Kia Optima Turbo the Curt hitch # C11025 that you referenced is a confirmed fit. This has a 2,000 lb capacity so it would easily be able to tow a 1,000 lb jet ski. I attached an install video for this for you to check out as well.
For trailer wiring you'd then want the Tekonsha kit part # 118453 as it installs easily and has a very reliable converter box. For a ball mount you'd then want the part # C45521 and for hitch balls part # A-82 for a 2 inch ball or part # A-80 for... view full answer...
Trunk mounted bike racks are not a good idea for carrying heavier e-bikes as they don't have the weight capacity needed as well as there's a strong likelihood you'd damage the vehicle from the extra weight.
I'd strongly recommend installing a trailer hitch like the Draw Tite part # 24965 so that you can use a hitch mounted e-bike rack like the Thule EasyFold XT part # TH903202 which has the needed capacity as it was designed for e-bikes. Since your bikes have fat tires you'll need the... view full answer...
Like you said the available trailer hitches for the 2017 Kia Optima are all Class I hitches with 1-1/4 inch receivers. To use a bike rack with a 2 inch shank you would need to use an adapter. There is 1 adapter that is compatible with Class I trailer hitches and it is # HTAD. Using an adapter will reduce the tongue weight capacity of the trailer hitch by 50 percent.
The trailer hitches for your Optima are rated for 200 pounds tongue weight. When using the adapter the capacity will be 100... view full answer...
We do have a roof rack that will fit your 2015 Kia Optima with the Panoramic glass roof. However you will not be able to open the roof while the roof rack is installed.
You will need the following parts for the roof rack:
Crossbars # RRVA126B-2
Feet # RRRLKVA
Clamps # DK283 view full answer...
As you probably noticed, there are only two trailer hitches available for your 2012 Kia Optima and both are Class I models with a 1-1/4" receiver. Between the two options I recommend the Curt # C11025 because of its superior powder coat finish that will do a better job of resisting rust and corrosion over time.
Trailer hitch manufacturers typically try to match up the hitch size/capacity to the capacities on the vehicle(s) they are designed to fit. This helps to keep customers from potentially... view full answer...
For your 2012 Kia Optima the Draw Tite hitch part # 24965 is the current Draw Tite hitch fit. The 24940 was the older version of this hitch that fit your vehicle. view full answer...
Electric bikes like your Pedego Commuter bikes tend to weigh quite a bit. The Thule Camber # TH9058 that you referenced can only hold bikes that weigh up to 37.5 lbs each. Since most hanging bike racks have a max weight capacity of 35-37.5 lbs per bike you will need to use a platform bike rack that can accommodate the extra weight.
I called Pedego and spoke with one of their reps who said that they recommend using the Thule T2 Pro XTR # TH83JV as this bike rack has a weight capacity of... view full answer...
For your 2016 Kia Optima I would recommend the Draw Tite hitch part # 24965 as it is a confirmed fit and it doesn't require a stabilizer strap like part # 18050 when carrying a bike rack like the Curt part # C11402 does.
The most popular bike rack we carry that has been confirmed to fit this vehicle is the Thule Camber 2 part # TH9058. We asked our demo and install guys to name their favorite, most easy-to-use bike racks and this one showed up in nearly everyone's top three. Check out... view full answer...
The anti-rattle hitch pin is included with the Hollywood Racks Trail Rider part # HR200Z that you referenced.
If you wanted to lock the rack to your hitch and then lock your bikes to the rack you would want the part # HRLHPTC which is a hitch pin lock and cable lock. view full answer...
Choosing the correct Timbren Axle-Less system will depend on a few things. First will be the weight capacity needed. Going off the 1,000 pound load you could be going up to, I am going to suggest a 2,000 pound set up. That being said, these do have larger spindles than the average 2,000 pound capacity axles. The utilize the inner bearing # L68149 and the outer bearing # L44649, which are more common on a 3,500 pound axle. So depending on the bearings you have, you may need to add the etrailer.com... view full answer...
I do have an option for you but there would be no way to carry either of your bikes with a trunk mount bike rack. The trunk mount bike racks all max out at 35 lbs per bike. The best and only option you have for your two Aventon 500 Pace E-Bikes is a hitch mounted bike rack, the Saris Freedom 2 Bike Platform Rack part # SA4412B is one of the most cost effective options for two electric bikes. The Saris Freedom is also very lightweight at only 22-1/2 lbs so it is easy to take on and off the... view full answer...
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