Locking a Bike Rack and Bikes to a Hitch on a 2011 BMW 335i
Question:
I am looking at the Curt Trailer Hitch - C11756 for my 2011 335i. Is there a means of preventing the theft of my bicycle if the rack and bike is left on my car?
asked by: David
Expert Reply:
Some bike racks have built in cable locks or locking knobs and/or a hitch lock either included or that can be added. If you already have a bike rack that has neither of those features you can use a cable lock such as # e98891 to secure both the bike and rack to the hitch by routing the cable through the bike/rack and the trailer hitch safety chain loops.
If you do not already have a bike rack the Swagman Chinook # S64683 is a good option. It is Class I hitch compatible and comes with both a hitch look and the frame hooks can be locked to deter theft of the bikes and the rack.
For a hanging style rack that has locks I recommend the Thule Helium Aero # TH9042. This bike rack is also very light at 18-1/4 pounds. And it looks almost as good as your 335i! I have linked a video review of it for you.
With the Curt hitch # C11756 Curt also says you have to use stabilization strap # 18050 when using this hitch for any non-trailer load (such as a bike rack or cargo carrier) per their warranty requirements.
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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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etrailer Cable Lock - 10' Long - 5/16" Diameter - Steel - Keyed Alike
- Cable Locks
- Utility Lock
- Keyed Alike
- Steel
- 10 Feet Long
- etrailer
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Swagman Chinook Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 2 Bikes
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- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Swagman
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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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