Best Hitch Receiver for a Bike Rack on a 2014 BMW X1
Question:
BMW X1 - 2014 with panoramic sunroof. If using the hitch for a bike rack why is a stabilizer strap required for the Curt C13140 and not for the Draw-Tite 75761? Is there one hitch that is easier to install/handle than the others?
asked by: Erik S
Helpful Expert Reply:
The Curt Class III Trailer Hitch # C13140 requires the Support Strap # 18050 for any non-trailer loads. Curt requires this strap on all their Class I and II hitches and some of their Class III hitches. If you do not use the strap then it is in violation of their manufacturer's warranty.
Draw-Tite does not feel the strap is necessary so they do not require it on their hitches.
A large difference between them is the towing capacity. The Curt is rated much lower at 2500 lbs. while the Draw-Tite # 75761 is 4000 lbs. Because of this and the requirement of the support strap I would definitely recommend the Draw-Tite.
The installation difficulty is all very similar. The Curt is rated a 6 out of 10 while the others are a 7. I have attached the installation video of the Draw-Tite for you to see.
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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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 250 lbs TW
- 2500 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 400 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 4000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 400 lbs WD TW
- Concealed Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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