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Class I Trailer Hitch Capacity on 2008 Lexus IS 250 Sedan  

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The Lexus IS 250 frame hitch says only 200lbs on tung weight. Im putting bike rack for 234lb dirt bike would this work? should I try to find a different frame hitch?

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The one hitch we offer for your 2008 Lexus IS 250 sedan is a light-duty Class I type, part # C11372 from Curt. This hitch, like all Class I hitches, does have a maximum tongue weight rating of 200-lbs. Even without the weight of your chosen motorcycle carrier the 234-lb bike itself is already over the hitch's capacity. Since there are no other hitches for your car that offer a higher weight capacity you'll want to use a small utility trailer to transport the dirt bike. You can often find cost-effective small trailers at outdoor and farm supply stores.

Towing a trailer will require a wiring harness (if the trailer has lights) such as # C59236. You'll also need a ball mount # C45521 and hitch ball, either 2-inch ball # A-82 or 1-7/8-inch ball # A-80.

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