Trailer Hitch And 4-Bike Carrier Recommendation For 2015 BMW X5

Question:

Hi, i am looking to get a hitch fixed on my 2015 bmw x5 for bike carrier3 bikes min and 4 max i spoke to local ziebart store and they do not have hitch in stock. Can you provide some products which suits and also will it need any drilling on the car to fix it. can you tell me if i take this to any hitch fixing store, how much time they might take to get that fixed on the car.

asked by: Sriraj K

Helpful Expert Reply:

We have just what you are looking for. The trailer hitch I recommend for your X5 is the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch, part # 75600. This is a Class lll trailer hitch and it has a 2 inch receiver opening. There is no drilling for installation but per the installation notes, the bumper must be temporarily removed and the fascia will need to be trimmed. Another technical note is that the included plastic push rivets included will not work on vehicles after 2010. You will need to obtain the rivets from your BMW dealer.

We have an estimated install time of 1-1/2 hours to install the hitch but it may vary based on the experience of the installer.

For a bike rack that can carry 4 bikes I recommend the Hollywood Racks Sport Rider, part # HR1400Z. This rack can be used as a 2-bike rack or 4-bike rack. This carrier will accommodate bikes with a wheelbase up to 60 inches and a maximum tire width of 3 inches, and has a weight capacity of 50 lbs per bike. This bike carrier also features a lock that secures the carrier to your vehicle and a locks in the arms that secure the bikes to the carrier.

expert reply by: Jeffrey L