Availability of a Trailer Hitch to Fit a 2017 Honda Civic

Question:

How are you? I have a 2017 honda civic hatchback and I am looking for a rear trailer hitch to carry a bike rack. Do you have anything? Thanks

asked by: Seth E

Expert Reply:

The Curt Trailer Hitch Class I w/ 1-1/4 inch receiver opening, # C11463, is the custom-fit hitch got you 2017 Honda Civic. This Class I trailer hitch has a 200 lbs max tongue weight rating.

Since the hitch is rated at Class I, you will be limited to to carrying only 2 bikes on a hitch mounted rack. The bike rack that I recommend for your application is the Thule Camber 2 Bike Rack, # TH9058. The Thule rack will carry 2 bikes up to a total weight capacity of 75 lbs.

What I like about this rack is that the rack will fit both a 1-1/4 and 2 inch trailer receiver hitch opening and the racks light weight. The rack will be able to fit your new hitch and also a 2 inch hitch opening if you want to use the rack on another vehicle. The rack only weighs around 33 lbs. The lighter weight of the rack will help decrease stress from road bounce on the hitch.

Curt recommends the use of a stabilizer strap, # 18050, on all non-trailer loads. This includes bike racks, cargo carriers, etc... Failure to use strap will void your hitch warranty from Curt.

expert reply by: Jared P