Expert Answers about Mazda MX-5 Miata

• Comparing Curt Trailer Hitches for a 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
• Curt trailer hitch 11004, which we do not carry, fits 2006 to 2008 MX-5 Mazda Miatas excluding models with the power retractable hardtop. Hitch # C11028 which we do carry fits 2--6 to 2013 MX-5 Miatas excluding models with the appearance package. So basically they fit different models. If you go with hitch # C11028 and plan on doing some towing, first check the owners manual to make sure it is permissible to do so and, if it is, for the towing capacities of the vehicle. You will need a...
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• Comparing Thule Helium and Kuat Beta Trailer Hitch Mount Bike Racks for a 2007 Mazda Miata
• According to what I found on the Hard Dog site, their hitches are Class I, so you will need to find a rack that will fit a Class I hitch. The Kuat Beta, part # B202-114, and Thule Helium Aero, part # TH9042PRO, will both fit Class I hitches. Any high quality hitch bike rack should not have a problem with speed bumps, provided you take the bump at an appropriate speed. Quality manufacturers test their bike racks on the roads and on testing machines in their engineering departments to...
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• Comparing Curt and Hopkins Trailer Wiring Harnesses for 2015 Mazda Miata MX-5
• There are definitely pros and cons to the two trailer wiring options you have for your 2015 Mazda MX-5. The Hopkins part # HM11141824 costs a bit more, has a more involved install, BUT once installed is the better choice as it's powered converted box allows the trailer lighting to draw it's power straight from the vehicle battery and not the taillight circuits. This gives you some peace of mind. The Curt # 56082 costs less and install a bit easier but since it draws power from the vehicle...
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