Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver And Hitch Mounted Bike Rack For 2017 Chevy Bolt EV

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I have a 2017 Chevy Bolt. You have two receiver hitches for this: Draw-Tite Class I Sport Frame Receiver Hitch and Curt Class I Receiver Hitch . The Draw-Tite is rated for 200 lbs. and is less expensive. The other one is rated for 100 lbs. but has a lot of good reviews. I have two questions. 1 How much does your Hollywood Racks Traveler 3 Bike Carrier for 2inch Hitches - Tilting rack weigh? 2 Which receiver hitch do you recommend if I dont absolutely need more than 100 lbs.? Is the Draw-Tite sturdier? Thanks.

asked by: Mark D

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Expert Reply:

If you have a 2017 Chevy Bolt, that is not the EV, we don't have a hitch that is confirmed to fit. If you have the 2017 Chevy Bolt EV, then the hitches you mentioned are confirmed to fit.

I recommend the Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4" # 24956 over the Curt trailer hitch receiver because it is sturdier and can handle double the weight capacity for your bike rack.

A Class 1 hitch will limit your bike rack options due to the shank size and the capacity of the hitch. A Class 1 hitch will limit you to only 2 bikes even if the bike rack has 3 spots or more. The Hollywood Racks Traveler 3 will not work with your Class 1 hitch. It is only compatible with Class II and III.

The bike rack I recommend for you is the Swagman Chinook 2-Bike Platform Rack - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting # S64683. It is compatible with Class I hitches and has a great design allowing you to easily load and unload bikes and lock them in place. You also can tilt the rack away with bikes installed to gain cargo access. This rack weighs about 47 lbs.

There are not compatible trunk mounted bike racks for this vehicle yet or roof rack options, so you will be limited to 2 bikes.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Answer 1

There is a pretty significant difference when it comes to the hitches you mentioned that fit your 2018 Chevy Bolt EV, the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver #24956 and EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #306-X7359. As you mentioned, the Draw-Tite…

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Answer 2

For your 2017 Chevy Bolt EV, I have attached the installation details for the Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver - Class I #24956. This includes both written instructions and photos to assist. If you will be doing some light towing with this…

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Answer 3

Thanks for passing that on! I am posting this on our site with your pictures to other owners of the 2022 Chevy Bolt EV that the Draw Tite hitch part #24956 does fit!

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Answer 4

The Draw Tite hitch part #24956 that you referenced weighs 23 lbs.

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Answer 5

The installed weight of the Draw-Tite is 25 lbs, while the EcoHitch weight is 32 lbs. Both of these hitches do fit your 2020 Chevy Bolt EV, but between the two the best option is the EcoHitch, which is the following part number: - EcoHitch Hidden…

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Answer 6

Yes, there is a single trailer hitch receiver that fits your 2020 Chevy Bolt EV that has the necessary tongue weight capacity to carry 125 lbs of accessories. The hitch is from EcoHitch, and is the following part number: - EcoHitch Hidden Trailer…

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I would be happy to help you. The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" item #306-X7359 is custom fit and bolts directly to your 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV with included hardware. It does not require any drilling or welding. I…

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The hitch I recommend for your 2018 Chevy Bolt EV for carrying a bike rack is the Draw Tite #24956 because it has the highest capacities, has a concealed crosstube, and unlike the Curt hitch for your vehicle it does not require the use of a…

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Answer 9

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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