Is a Class II Trailer Hitch Needed to Carry E-Bikes On a 2014 VW Jetta
Question:
Im looking to add a EBike rack to my 2014 Jetta. I can find a Hollywood bike rack with a 1 1/4inch hitch but it needs to be rated for Type 2. All the hitches I see are type 1 and the Hollywood documentation says a Type 1 will not work. The Hollywood model is a HR1560 and will take a type 1 1/4inch or a 2inch hitch. Do you have a solution?
asked by: Ken G
Helpful Expert Reply:
I do have an option for you but there are only class I trailer hitch options for a 2014 Volkswagen Jetta like the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C11474 which is what I recommend. Therefore, you'll need to look into different bike rack options like the Saris Freedom Bike Rack for 2 Bikes part # SA4412B which is class I rated and can hold bikes up to 60 lbs. It only weighs 22.5 lbs so it's easy to get on and off.
Products Referenced in This Question
Saris Freedom Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Frame Mount
- Locks Not Included
- 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
- Electric Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
- Saris
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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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