Platform Bike Rack and Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2016 Mazda CX-5
Question:
Please assist with recommendations for a hitch and platform bike rank for 2016 Mazda CX 5 - 2 bikes. Thanks for your assistance.
asked by: Ettah
Expert Reply:
For a platform bike rack I really like the Saris Freedom Superclamp part # SA4025.
This is a platform bike rack that only touches the bike at the tires and only weighs 35 lbs. The biggest drawback to platform bike racks has always been the weight of them, but with this rack you get the best of both worlds. The preferred attachment style with the lighter weight.
For a trailer hitch the Draw Tite hitch part # 76138 would be a great option that would work the best since it has a 2 inch opening and doesn't require a stabilizer strap like the Curt does.
Products Referenced in This Question
Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 675 lbs TW
- 4500 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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Saris SuperClamp EX Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Wheel Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 2 Bikes
- Class 1
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Carbon Fiber Bikes
- Electric Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
- Saris
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