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Trailer Hitch Mount Bike Rack Recommendations for a 2013 Ford Escape to Carry a Bike Rack  

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Hi was just looking at aftermarket hitch for 2013 Excape- came across site. Questions: if I plan to only use for bike carrier, is it still required/recommende dot tie in the elctricals, or can you simplify to just mechanical assay? If so are you required to remove fascia, or just attach hitch assembly?

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Trailer wiring is separate so you can just install trailer hitch # 75758 on your 2013 Ford Escape. The hitch requires rear fascia trimming for installation. I have incldued links to the instructions for you to view.

Both of these hitches are Class III hitches with 2 inch receivers. A 2 inch hitch can carry up to five bikes on a bike rack provided that the combined weight of the bikes and rack does not exceed the tongue weight capacity of the hitch or vehicle, whichever is lower.

If you need a bike rack one of the most popular 2 bike racks is the Swagman XTC-2, # S64670. For 3 bikes take a look at the Swagman Trailhead # S63360. For 4 bikes a popular rack is the Thule Hitching Post Pro Item # TH934XTR. And for 5 bikes I would go with the Thule Apex, # TH9026XT.

If you are in need of a bike rack and are looking for specific features like a certain capacity, the ability to tilt, fold, or swing away, or anything else I will be happy to make some recommendations.

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