How to Haul Bikes On A 2017 GMC Sierra 2500 With Pull Behind Trailer

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I have a 2017 GMC 2500 and I want to bring our bikes with us on our camping trips. The bed is full of gear and I use a folding cover to keep everything safe in the bed. The bikes are too much to take in and out of the trailer. What other options do I have? Will this hitch work on my truck? Is this dangerous?

asked by: Clint

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Expert Reply:

Yes, The Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C31071 is a direct fit for your 2017 GMC Sierra 2500 and absolutely, the front mount trailer hitch is completely safe as long as you are in accordance with the hitch and vehicle manufacturer's load and weight ratings. The vertical load rating for this hitch is 500 lbs.

For a front mount hitch bike rack carrier I recommend the Swagman Original part # S64152-2. The Swagman Original is a heavy duty steel bike rack capable of carrying up to 3 bikes.

Another possible option to haul multiple bikes on your 2017 GMC Sierra 2500 with pull behind trailer involves the installation of our Universal Adjustable Width Trailer Hitch Receiver for RVs part # 13703. The hitch is designed to mount onto the back of your pull behind RV/Camper. Once installed you can apply a variety of different bike rack options such as the Yakima LongHaul 4 Bike Rack part # Y02476. This method will allow you to safely carry up to 4 bikes. When hauling womens and childrens bikes with a frame mount hanging bike rack it is recommended to use our Thule Bike Adapter Bar part # TH982XT to ensure a level transport.

Attached is a installation guide for the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C31071 and the Adjustable Width Trailer Hitch Receiver for RVs part # 13703 in addition to a review of our Swagman Original part # S64152-2 and Yakima LongHaul 4 Bike Rack part # Y02476.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

I spoke with my contact over at Curt and he said that front mount receiver #C31071 will fit your 2015 GMC Sierra 2500 Denali. The air dam may need to be trimmed for the hitch to fit. We haven't had anyone complain about the ground clearance…

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Answer 2

We do have a front mounted receiver option that would work for your truck, but the Draw-Tite #65078 isn't a good fit for the Denali trim. The Denali front clip is different than the other trim levels, and in order to install the hitch major…

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Answer 3

When the Curt front hitch part #C31071 is installed on your 2018 Chevy Silverado 3500HD the ground clearance will be 7-7/8 inches.

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Answer 4

There is a front mounted hitch that fits your 2018 GMC Sierra 2500, the Curt #C31071. It has a 2" receiver opening, a line pull rating of 9,000 lbs and a vertical load limit of 500 lbs. I've left a link to a video install of this hitch for…

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Answer 5

You didn't say what was confusing so to elaborate Curt, the manufacturer of front mount receiver #C31071, says that trimming of the front air dam may be required on the 2015 GMC Sierra 2500 Denali. The trimming will need to be around where the…

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Answer 6

For your 2016 Chevy Silverado 2500HD we have the Curt front hitch part #C31071 that is a confirmed fit. I attached an install video for you to check out as well.

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Answer 7

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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Answer 8

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 on…

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Answer 9

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Answer 10

Lance does have a proprietary plug, but many customers see a standard 6-way or 7-way round and notice it doesn't fit their factory 7-way as well. I've attached an article to help if you have one of the 7-way or 6-way round connectors which we…

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Answer 11

Hey Mark, so the correct Blue Ox base plate kit to use with the Blue Ox Ascent tow bar part #BX4375. is the part #BLU53FR. For lighting you can use #C96JR, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing as this plugs inline with the…

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Answer 12

As long as the flat tow wiring is wired in before the 4-Way #C93ZV and you connect the power for the converter directly to the battery it will work. I have seen several use Magnetic Lights #TL21RK which they will wire in on the main harness to have…

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