What All is Needed To Use Trailer Hitch Bike Rack On 2022 Mazda 3 Sedan

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Hi folks, Im interested in purchasing 2022 Mazda 3 Trailer Hitch to be used with a bike rack. Is there anything else I need to purchase for this setup? Thank you!

asked by: Matt H

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The Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 24982 is an excellent option for a 2022 Mazda 3 (Sedan) and it comes with all the hardware you need to install. It will work great for hitch mounted accessories like a bike rack. The bike rack will come with everything else you need like the hitch pin but that's all. If you don't already have one picked out, I recommend the Saris Freedom Bike Rack part # SA4412B due to its lightweight design and wide bike compatibility.

expert reply by: Conner L

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For your 2021 Mazda 3 there is actually only the one option, the Curt #C98BR which is a Class I trailer hitch with a 1-1/4" receiver; the tongue weight rating is for 200 lbs. Although this has a towing weight rating of 2,000 lbs, it should…

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Seeing as how that camera is mounted right above the license plate of the 2023 Mazda 3 it is not going to work well with any bike rack. The Kuat Transfer V2 item #KU74FR will work better than most bike racks when folded up because of the large…

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Sounds like you have attempted to install a Class II bike rack in a Class I hitch. This is a common issue. The Class I hitches have a weld stop installed in them to prevent this so that you don't overload the hitch and damage it. Check the…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue…

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To add a class III hitch to your 2024 Honda CR-V hybrid, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C13397. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your CR-V with included hardware. It is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. I really like this…

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I definitely understand being a bit overwhelmed by the amount of options in front of you, however I can definitely help with differentiating the trailer hitches for your 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon along with explaining my personal recommendation,…

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The main difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13416 and the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #EH97FR is that the EcoHitch has a completely hidden cross tube whereas the Curt cross tube will be visible from the rear of…

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To me it makes the most sense to put a Bike Rack #HLY64FR on the flat towed vehicle rather than above the tow bars. Especially on heavy e-bikes as they are difficult to lift that high onto the rack, but also as it only makes sense to have the rack on…

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The Kuat Sherpa 2.0 #SH22G and the NV 2.0 #NV22G that you referenced are both excellent platform-style racks that will hold your bikes by the front wheels with no frame contact. These are top-of-the-line carriers and you really would not go wrong…

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