Best Way to Transport Bikes with a 2015 Fiat 500 Abarth
Question:
Need the complete set up for caring bicycle on a 2015 FIAT 500 Abarth. Please inform regards
asked by: Polo
Expert Reply:
For a hitch for the 2015 Fiat 500 Abarth you would want the Curt hitch # C11347. This is a Class I trailer hitch rated for up to 2 bikes at most.
For a 2-bike, Class I hitch compatible rack I recommend the Thule T2 Pro XTR, # TH23JV. This platform style rack holds the bikes at the wheels so it will not touch the frame of the road bikes. It does come with some locks but has space for some additional locks. To use all of the possible locking features you would need to add a 6-pack of lock cores # TH450600.
I have linked a video of the rack. Please note that when using the Curt hitch Curt recommends the use of a stabilization strap # 18050 for any non-trailer load. The strap is used to reduce some of the stress on a the trailer hitch. There is no specific place it has to go just so long as it is helping to reduce the stress on the hitch. I have linked a video of it as well.
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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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Thule T2 Pro XTR Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" Hitches - Wheel Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Wheel Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 2 Bikes
- Class 1
- Class 2
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
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Thule One-Key System Lock Cylinders - Qty 6
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- Ski and Snowboard Racks
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- Lock Cores and Cylinders
- Thule
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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
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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