Trailer Hitch and Bike Rack for a 2013 Ford C-Max and Two 58 Pound Electric Bikes

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Any suggestions for racks accommodating two electric bicycles weighing 58 lbs each? Less with the Bosch battery packs removedcloser to 52 lbs. Neither bike features a straight-across top bar, and the ladys bike is a deep step-through frame. I am assuming I would be adding a 2inch receiver hitch to my Cmax hybrid car. Thanks.

asked by: Doug

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We have two hitches available for your C-Max. We have the Curt Class II hitch # C12092 that has the 1-1/4" opening and the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch # 306-X7200 that has the 2" opening.

There are several bike racks that can accept two 58 pound bikes and are also compatible with the available trailer hitches for your vehicle. The Kuat NV # NV12G is one option. It has a capacity of 60 pounds per bike and is a wheel mount so you step-through will not be a problem. With this rack, you would need to use the Curt Hitch # C12092 since it only fits the 1-1/4" receiver opening. With the Curt Hitch you also must use the # 18050 support strap, since the hitch requires it. It is a bit of a hassle but is an extra safety support to maintain the warranty of the hitch. I have linked a video showing how the strap works.

Another option is the Saris Freedom # SA4412B and the SuperClamp EX2, # SA4025F. Both of these racks are rated for 60 pounds per bike as well. They can be used with either the Curt or the EcoHitch hitches. I have linked videos of all of the bike racks for you.

I would suggest the EcoHitch for your set-up for two reasons. First, you would not have to use stabilization strap # 18050 when using the hitch and second, the 2" opening gives you a wider range of choices for bike racks and cargo carriers in the future.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Based on the specs of the bike the Hollywood Racks Destination E Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes #HLY66ZR would be a good option as long as you also use a frame adapter #HRBA-PRO so that the padded clamps have something to grab onto. This rack has a…

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Answer 2

We sure do! I have attached images of the complete installation instructions for the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #306-X7317 below. This is a really nice 2 inch hitch that's going to provide an extremely clean look on your vehicle…

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Answer 3

The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #306-X7200 would be an excellent choice in hitch. It will give you the best opportunity to carry a bunch of different accessories but you would be right at the maximum most likely with 4 bikes and a 4…

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For your 2013 Ford C-Max the Curt trailer hitch part #C12092 would be a great option confirmed to fit. It's a Class II with plenty of capacity as well at 3,500 lbs trailer weight. For trailer wiring you'd then want the part #119250KIT…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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There is only one difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13176 and etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98909 that fit your 2020 Chevrolet Colorado, which is the finish. The Curt trailer hitch has a glossy black finish while the etrailer…

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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue…

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Answer 9

To add a class III hitch to your 2024 Honda CR-V hybrid, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C13397. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your CR-V with included hardware. It is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. I really like…

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Answer 10

To me it makes the most sense to put a Bike Rack #HLY64FR on the flat towed vehicle rather than above the tow bars. Especially on heavy e-bikes as they are difficult to lift that high onto the rack, but also as it only makes sense to have the rack…

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Answer 11

The Kuat NV 2.0 2 Bike Platform Rack, #NV22G, and the Kuat NV 2.0 Base 2-Bike Platform rack, #BA22B. are both very similar bike racks. Both racks can be expanded to a 4-bike rack, #NA22G add-on for the NV 2.0 and #BA02B for the NV 2.0 Base, and…

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Answer 12

The base plate from a 2009 Ford Focus would not fit a 2014 Ford C-Max as the vehicles are very different. So you would need a new base plate kit depending on what brand tow bar you have. If you have a Roadmaster you would need the part #524432-1,…

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