Is a Hitch or Hatch Mounted Bike Rack Recommended for 2015 Fiat 500 Abarth
Question:
Which is a better choice, hitch or hatch mount? What would be your recommendation? Thank you.
asked by: Tami N
Expert Reply:
When you have the option between a hitch or hatch mounted bike rack a hitch mount is definitely the best option. It's a more secure connection, there's no contact with the vehicle, and a hitch mounted rack will offer more features in the rack itself.
The trailer hitch receiver that is confirmed to fit your 2016 Fiat 500 Abarth is the Curt # C11347. It's a Class I, 1-1/4 hitch that bolts onto your car with no drilling. I've linked an install video on a 2013 for you.
The bike rack I then suggest is the Swagman Chinook # S64683. The Chinook carries two bikes up to 45 pounds each and will fit the Class I Curt hitch. Since it's a platform rack it'll always carry the bikes level plus it includes locks for the bikes and one for the rack.
With the Curt hitch you'll need to use a support strap, #18050, in order to be compliant with Curt's warranty. The strap is required when carrying a bike rack or cargo carrier on the hitch.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap for Hitch-Mounted Accessories - 61" x 1" - Qty 1
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hitch Cargo Carrier
- Tie Down Straps
- CURT
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Swagman Chinook Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 2 Bikes
- Class 1
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Swagman
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class I
- 200 lbs TW
- 2000 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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