Trailer Hitch and Bike Rack for 2018 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible to Transport Electric Bikes
Question:
hi, looking for hitch and 2 bike rack for 2018 vw beetle convertible. we have 2 e-bikes and two heavier mountain bikes we switch between depending on where we're biking and the time of year. the lightest bike is 45 pounds and the electrics are 59 pounds each with all gear and batteries. thank you
asked by: Jenna
Expert Reply:
The linked page will show you both of the light-duty 1-1/4-inch Class I hitches that will fit the 2018 Beetle Convertible, Curt hitch # C11354. This Curt hitch requires you to use their hitch support strap # 18050 when using a static load like a bike rack.
Hitch installation is an easy no-drill bolt-on process which is detailed in the linked instructions. All required hardware is included and the tools needed are listed in the instructions so you can have everything ready for when the hitch arrives from etrailer.
With this hitch in place you can use a compatible 2-bike Class I bike rack, or a Class I cargo carrier.
Since you have heavier electric and mountain bikes there is one particular rack that is a perfect choice for you. Thule's EasyFold rack # TH903202 is an ideal solution for you and for reasons I will happily detail for you, it could be the last bike rack you ever need to buy.
The EasyFold fits both 1-1/4-inch hitches and 2-inch hitches so it will be usable in any car's hitch, even if your next vehicle is totally different from the Beetle, and it offers a weight capacity of 65-lbs per bike. It also features built-in locks for the rack itself and for your bikes, a loading ramp that stores inside the rack (!) and it has a foot-operated tilt release. If all of that is not enough it also folds to compact size and features built-in wheels to move it around the garage.
Please refer to the linked photo and video for more details on this exceptionally well-engineered bike carrier system.
If you ever need to move some heavy items the same hitch can be used with a Class I cargo carrier such as # C18110.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap for Hitch-Mounted Accessories - 61" x 1" - Qty 1
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hitch Cargo Carrier
- Tie Down Straps
- CURT
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19x47 Curt Cargo Carrier for 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Steel - 300 lbs
- Hitch Cargo Carrier
- Flat Carrier
- Fixed Carrier
- 20 Inch Wide
- Standard Duty
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 48 Inch Long
- Class I
- Class II
- Class III
- Class IV
- Steel
- CURT
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Thule EasyFold XT Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 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
- Thule
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class I
- 150 lbs TW
- 1500 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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