Could a Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 11074 Tow a Trailer and Motorcycle that Weighs 1,050 lbs
Question:
I have a 2008 vw rabbit.Just wondering if this hitch would be capable of towing a rental motorcycle trailer weighing 550 lbs with a bike that weighs around 500 lbs?
asked by: Allen N
Expert Reply:
Yes, this Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver with Drawbar, part # 11074, that you referenced will work on your 2008 VW Rabbit and has a towing capacity that is higher than the weight of the rental trailer and motorcycle.
You will want to check with the owners manual of your Rabbit also to make sure that it has the towing capacity to tow that much weight.
When determining what your overall towing capacity is for your setup you should always go with the lowest capacity of all the components as the overall capacity.
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