Comparing the Tongue Weight Ratings of the Draw-Tite Hitches for a 2018 Honda Odyssey
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Thank you, Conner. I'll be placing an order for the hitch as soon as I figure out which bike rack I want to go with. I think if money wasn't an issue and space to store it also wasn't an issue, I would go with a platform style rack that swings away for access to the luggage area, but it seems that setup would cost close to $1000. And I think it would take up a lot of space in the garage when not in use. For those reasons, I'm looking at the hanging style that tilts because the women's bikes that we have should work with that style of rack. I really like the Thule brand racks because of the ease of use (especially installing into the hitch receiver), the bike straps that don't come off (I don't like the Yakima zip strips that can come off and get lost), the anti-sway mounts, and a single key that works with both the integrated cable lock and the hitch mount. The problem is, the Thule racks ain't exactly cheap either.
asked by: Michael P
Expert Reply:
The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 76170 which is a fit for a 2018 Honda Odyssey has a 525 lb tongue weight rating as you mentioned. Therefore, so long as you do exceed this rating then you will not have any issues with the trailer hitch deforming. If anything were to happen, you would be covered under warranty. The trailer hitch testing procedures are carried out by the manufacturers and must follow strict federal guidelines.
Products Referenced in This Question
Thule Apex XT Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hanging Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 4 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
- Thule
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Thule Hitching Post Pro Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hanging Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Locks Not Included
- 4 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
- Thule
more information >
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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 525 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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Michael P.
2/27/2020
Thank you, Conner. I'll be placing an order for the hitch as soon as I figure out which bike rack I want to go with. I think if money wasn't an issue and space to store it also wasn't an issue, I would go with a platform style rack that swings away for access to the luggage area, but it seems that setup would cost close to $1000. And I think it would take up a lot of space in the garage when not in use. For those reasons, I'm looking at the hanging style that tilts because the women's bikes that we have should work with that style of rack. I really like the Thule brand racks because of the ease of use (especially installing into the hitch receiver), the bike straps that don't come off (I don't like the Yakima zip strips that can come off and get lost), the anti-sway mounts, and a single key that works with both the integrated cable lock and the hitch mount. The problem is, the Thule racks ain't exactly cheap either.