Best Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2017 Subaru Outback Wagon for Bike Rack and Towing

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Hi, which hitch would you recommend for the 2017 Outback? we mostly want to use it for a bike rack Thule Helium Aero2, but may eventually want to pull a small trailer/tear camper. thanks!

asked by: Mark

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The best hitch for your 2017 Subaru Outback wagon will be the Draw Tite hitch part # 75673 which is a Class III hitch with a 2 inch opening. This hitch size gives you the most flexibility with hitch accessories and the best capacities as well. I like it over the Curt hitch because it does not require the stabilizer strap when used with a non-supported load like a bike rack like your Thule Helium 2 # TH9042.

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The two best bike carrying options for your Outback would be a trunk mounted rack or a hitch mounted rack. Both have their advantages and disadvantages. A hitch mounted rack would be initially more expensive, but having the receiver hitch would…

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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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I definitely understand being a bit overwhelmed by the amount of options in front of you, however I can definitely help with differentiating the trailer hitches for your 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon along with explaining my personal recommendation,…

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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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The 2022 Subaru Outback and Outback Wilderness share the same hitch fits. Although the #DT73RR Draw-Tite Class III hitch is a fit for your vehicle, once installed the entire hitch would be visible from the rear. If that doesn't bother you, this…

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