Expert Answers about BMW X5

• Finding Towing Capacities for a 2018 BMW X5 Diesel and Brake Controller Recommendation
• The best places to look for capacity information for your 2018 BMW X5 are the owner's manual in the towing section and the sticker in the driver's side door jamb that also lists the tire pressure. Normally I would look these things up myself but with BMW you have to have a VIN number to see the owner's manual pdf files. Technically if the vehicle can tow 6,000 pounds and the trailer weighs 6,000 pounds you are within capacity. But there is no room for a miscalculation. And the trailer...
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• Will Trailer Hitch for 2016 BMW X5 xDrive35i With M Sport Package Hold Motorcycle and Carrier
• The Stealth Hitches Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver # SH85VR has a max tongue weight of 600 lbs when using the 2" receiver. This means the hitch will be able to handle your motorcycle and carrier without any issues. It looks like the 2016 BMW X5 xDrive35i tongue weight capacity is also enough to handle this weight but I recommend verifying this with the owner's manual. You will be limited by whichever capacity is lower. If you would like to save some money, the EcoHitch Stealth Trailer...
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• Does Curt Trailer Hitch for 2018 BMW X5 Have Enough Capacity for Carrying Vespa and Hitch Carrier
• Yes, the Curt Class III hitch part # 13077 that fits your 2018 BMW X5 does have more than enough tongue weight capacity for the weight of your Vespa and hitch motorcycle carrier.
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• Recommended Bike Rack for a 2015 BMW X5
• I have a solution for you but the Yakima Halfback has been discontinued. Instead, I recommend the Yakima FullBack 2 Bike Rack item # Y02634 for your 2015 BMW X5. The only difference between the FullBack 2 and the HalfBack 2 is that the FullBack comes with an integrated cable lock and locking strap that deters the theft of both your bikes and the rack itself. This two bike rack has a 35 lbs per bike capacity. I have linked a review video below.
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• Hidden Hitch Fitment on a 2010 BMW X5
• The Hidden Hitch by Draw-Tite item # DT36GR is only listed as fitting the standard model of the 2010 BMW X5 because of the rear fascia and trim added to the rear of the M models. You would have to make significant cuts in your rear bumper area to get the receiver to attach to the rest of the hitch. The only hitch that is confirmed to fit the 2010 BMX X5M is the Stealth Hitches Hidden Rack Receiver item # SH29VR.
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• What EcoHitch Is Compatible With My 2017 BMW X5 For Towing
• I do have a solution for you. The compatible EcoHitch for your 2017 BMW X5 depends on if you have the M performance model. If you do not have the M performance model, you need the Stealth Hitches Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver w/ Towing Kit - Custom Fit - 2", part # SH85VR. This trailer hitch has a maximum tongue weight of 600 lbs with the trailer hitch or 800 lbs with the ball mount. It has a maximum gross trailer weight of 8,000 lbs. With the M perfomance model you will need the Stealth...
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• Does the Dexstar Mini Mod Trailer Wheel # AM20539 Have a Max psi Capacity
• Wheels, like the Dexstar Wheel # AM20539 that you referenced, actually have a weight rating as opposed to a psi rating. Tires have a psi rating because it corresponds to the weight rating for the tire. For example, the Kenda Karrier # AM10303 is a load range E tire meaning that it has a max load of 2,830 lbs at 80 psi. The aluminum wheel that you referenced, part # AM20539, has a weight capacity of 2,860 lbs. Since you will always be limited by your lowest rated component, if either...
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• What is the Weight Capacity of a Roof Rack with a Roof Top Tent
• The weight capacity of the roof rack needs to be at least 165 lbs for Yakima's Roof Top Tents # Y07437 and then the tent has a capacity of 600 lbs. When the vehicle is standing still the weight capacity is what the tents capacity is. This measurement will depend on what tent you decide to go with and what its regulations and capacities are. After you figure the weight of the contents in the tent you will still need to check with the owners manual of your 2010 BMW X5 to see what the roof...
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• How Far Will The Malone AirFlow2 Crossbars Extend Past The Factory Raised Rails Of My 2005 BMW X5
• The Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack - Aero Crossbars - Raised, Factory Side Rails - Aluminum - 65" Long, part # MPG217, has 65" crossbars. You can measure the distance between the raised rails on your 2005 BMW X5 and subtract that amount from 65" and divide by 2. That will give you the approximate overhang of your crossbars beyond the tower. I have included a video demo link below.
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• Why Does the Angle Mounting Bracket for Titan BrakeRite Systems # T4821800 Have Square Holes
• Square mounting holes are usually associated with carriage bolts which have a square shoulder on them which prevents them from spinning while the nut is tightened. On the Angle bracket # T4821800 that you referenced it looks like the round hole side of the bracket is used to attach to the actuator and the side with the square holes would attach to a portion of the trailer frame.
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• Capacity of 2020 BMW X5 Stealth SH25VR Trailer Hitch
• When Stealth Hitch did the engineering work and testing for the # AABRKT-3056 hitch, they determined that the weight capacity of the hitch was 8000 lbs. This could be limited by the capacity of the vehicle, if its less. When I looked through the owner's manual, 7209 lbs was the highest towing capacity I saw listed. It's not uncommon for a trailer hitch to have a higher capacity than the vehicle, in fact it happens frequently. As long as the fully loaded trailer weight is less than the...
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• What Does Trailer Hitch that Fits 2020 BMW X5 Weigh
• The Stealth hitch part # SH25VR that you referenced weighs a total of 57 lbs. This hitch is as fit for your 2020 BMW X5 as well.
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• Recommended 5-Way Adapter Harness
• In order to add a 5-way harness to your X5 you'll need to use the Curt Trailer Connector Adapter item # C57187 with a 4-way connector like the Curt Powered Tail Light Converter item # C59236 you were looking at. I am sorry but they don't make vehicle specific 5-way wiring harnesses which is why you need the adapter. If your vehicle has a 7-way connector you will want to use the Wesbar Adapter item # 707250.
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• Recommended Trailer Jack for 23 Foot Fishing Boat
• When choosing a jack, you will want to choose a jack that can support the tongue weight of your boat trailer and a jack that has an appropriate lift height for your trailer. Typically, the tongue weight on boat trailers does not exceed 15 percent of the gross trailer weight. Be sure you verify the tongue weight capacity of your trailer before selecting a jack. I have included a FAQ article about measuring tongue weight for you to check out. If you still have your old jack, you can go...
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• What is the Weight of the Head in the Curt TruTrack 8k Weight Distribution System
• I've got some good news! The head of the Curt TruTrack Weight Distribution System # C17499 only weighs about 32-1/2lbs, so it's going to be quite a bit lighter than the heavier duty WD systems. The TruTrack systems do not come with a hitch ball included so you would need one with a 1-1/4" shank diameter like the # A-90 (2" hitch ball) or # 19286 (2-5/16" hitch ball) to complete the setup.
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• Recommended Roof Rack for a 2023 BMW X5
• I checked with Yakima and yes, you can definitely swap out crossbars to adjust the look. The 50" Yakima JetStream Crossbars item # Y00425 will work with the legs and fit kit for the recommended Yakima roof rack set up we have listed for your 2023 X5. I have listed the other parts you will need below including the 60" crossbars: Yakima JetStream Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 60" Long - Qty 2 item # Y00426 SightLine Towers for Yakima Crossbars - Flush Side Rails - Qty 4 item # Y64AR SightClip...
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• Tongue Weight and Gross Trailer Weight Ratings for Class III Hitches for 2007 BMW X5
• Draw-Tite Class III hitch # 75600 carries the same 600-lb tongue weight (TW) and 6000-lb gross trailer weight (GTW) ratings whether or not it is used with a weight distribution hitch. Curt hitch # 13077, another of the Class III hitches offered for your 2007 BMW X5, is not suitable for use with weight distribution systems. These hitches are designed for use with 2-inch Class III accessories. If you intend to tow within the vehicle's rated capacity you will need a wiring harness # 119250KIT...
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• How Long Is the Pollak Metal 7-Pole, RV-Style Trailer Connector Part # PK12702
• The Pollak Metal 7-Pole, RV-Style Trailer Connector part # PK12702 is 2-3/4" long from the face to the rubber boot on the back. This is currently the shortest trailer connector we offer so if you still do not have enough room you might want to consider moving the frame bracket for the weight distribution system just a bit. The frame brackets usually have a range that they can be installed in rather than a set point anyhow.
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• Is there a Stealth Hitch for a 2024 BMW X5 M-Sport?
• Yes, there is! It is the Stealth Hitches Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver w/ Towing Kit item # SH25VR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your 2024 BMW X5 M-Sport with included hardware. It includes the ball mount and wiring harness needed to tow a trailer. I have linked an installation video below to help you get set up. If you are just wanting a hitch for accessories you'll need item # SH89VR. This hitch does not include the ball mount or wiring harness and can only be used for accessories...
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• Recommended Hitch for a 2020 BMW X5 w/ the M-Package
• Both the Stealth Hitches Hidden Rack Receiver item # SH64MR and item # SH89VR are confirmed to fit the 2020 BMW X5's with the M-package. The only difference is that Item # SH89VR fits the X5's that do not have the M-package. Other than that they are identical and include everything you need to mount an accessory like a bike rack or cargo carrier with your BMW. I recommend going with the most cost effective option. If you are planning on towing a trailer you will want the Stealth Hitches...
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