Recommended Trailer Hitch and Bike Rack for 2018 Honda Accord
Question:
Looking for a hitch and bike rack recommendation. Just a lot out there.
asked by: Ben
Expert Reply:
For your 2018 Honda Accord, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11525. This Class I hitch is custom-fit for your vehicle and features a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. All of the necessary hardware is included and I have attached the complete installation instructions that you can take a look at.
Please note that Curt does require that stabilizing straps like # 18050 be used with any non-trailer load such as bike racks and cargo carriers. I have included a short video demonstration on this product so you can see exactly how it is used.
When choosing a bike carrier, you will just need to make sure that it is compatible with Class I hitches. Also keep in mind that the most bikes a Class I hitch can safely support with a carrier is 2.
For a compatible bike rack, I highly recommend the Kuat Transfer 2 # KU74FR. This is a really nice platform-style rack that will hold your bikes by the wheels with no frame contact. The carrier features a foot pedal that will allow you to easily tilt the rack back, with the bikes still loaded, for easy rear cargo access. It can secure 2 bikes of up to 40 pounds each and the carrier itself weighs only 47 pounds.
I have attached a video demonstration on this bike rack that you can also take a look at.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap for Hitch-Mounted Accessories - 61" x 1" - Qty 1
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hitch Cargo Carrier
- Tie Down Straps
- CURT
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Kuat Transfer V2 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Wheel Mount
- Bike Lock
- 2 Bikes
- Class 1
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Carbon Fiber Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
- Kuat
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class I
- 200 lbs TW
- 2000 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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