Recommended 4-Bike Hitch Rack for Use in Curt Class II Hitch # C12339 on 2005 Toyota Camry  

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The Curt Class II hitch for your 2005 Toyota Camry is part # C12339 which has a 1-1/4-inch receiver opening and a 350-lb tongue weight (TW) capacity. This means that the combined weight of your 4 bikes plus the chosen carrier's weight must remain within that rating. Please also note you will need to use a stabilizing strap like # 18050 or a similar item to help absorb some of the stresses to the hitch and its attachment points when you're using the rack. If you tow you do not need the strap.

A good starting point for considering which rack to choose is the linked articles. These will help you consider the rack best suited to your particular bikes, your preferences and your car. Please note that for reasons of weight we suggest only a hanging style bike rack, not a platform type, for your Camry. The linked page will show you all hanging racks that will fit a Class II hitch like your Curt.

You can click on the filters on the page to choose the brands and features you prefer.You may prefer a rack that includes locks for the rack itself and for your loaded bikes. This included feature saves you the additional expense of locks and means you cannot forget them at home. I have linked a video on this carrier.

If any of the bikes lacks a horizontal top frame tube as is found on a typical man's bike then you might need an adapter bar such as the Kuat Ubar # UB01 or one of the other items shown on the included link. These connect between the seat and handlebar posts to provide a level mounting surface to mate with the carrier. This helps ensure safe ground clearance at the wheels.

expert reply by: Adam R

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