Hitch Recommendation for a 2012 Mazda 3 Hatchback for Carrying a Class II Bike Rack
Question:
I have a Mazda Speed3 Hatchback and I am looking for a hitch to carry a bike rack. I already have a Yakima Kingpin 4 Y02441 bike rack. In the QandA section it mentioned that only 2 bike carriers should be used with Class 1 Hitches only size offered on Mazda 3. Is it possible to use the 4 bike Yakima carrier on a Class 1 hitch with only 2 bikes mounted on it? Also, what weight bike is being used for the 2 bike rule? Thank you.
asked by: Michael S
Expert Reply:
I have a solution for you. You would want the Curt hitch part # C11383 as it will allow a Class II and up bike rack like your # Y02458 to install in it. However, you will need to be sure to only carry up to two bikes with it and you will have to use a stabilizer strap like the part # 18050 as this is a Curt hitch requirement.
I attached a review video for the Curt strap for you to check out as well as an install video for the hitch.
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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Yakima RidgeBack Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hanging Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Hitch Lock
- 4 Bikes
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Yakima
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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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