Hitch and Bike Rack Recommendation for 2006 Toyota Corolla

Question:

Hi, I have a 2006 Toyota Corolla and a bike rack with a 2inch tongue. The rack will carry a maximum of ~100 lbs 3 bikes, usually less. Is there a Corolla hitch with a 2inch receiver? Can I use a 1.25 to 2inch converter for the rack? Thanks

asked by: Andrew

Helpful Expert Reply:

The 2 inch hitches are only available for vehicles with higher capacities like trucks and SUVs. For your 2006 Toyota Corolla there is only 1-1/4 inch hitches available like the # 24913. Using a hitch adapter is not recommended either as that reduces capacity and introduces a lot of movement to the setup. Best option is new rack honestly.

The most popular bike rack we carry that has been confirmed to fit this vehicle is the Thule Camber 2 part # TH058. . Check out the review video I attached for more info. This will carry 2 bikes. You can only carry 2 bikes on a hitch mount with a 1-1/4 inch hitch.

If you plan on carrying any womens or alternative framed bikes without horizontal top tubes you may also be interested in purchasing a Kuat Bike Frame Adapter Bar # UB01 to provide a horizontal top tube on your bikes to provide an attachment point. I attached a review video for this product also. This will allow the bikes to be carried more level and will provide more ground clearance.

If your Corolla is a Sedan, there are several trunk-mounted carriers to carry 3 bikes. You could look at the # TH911XT or the # Y02633, plus there are more.

You could also consider carrying the two bikes on the hitch and them adding a roof rack for the third. Let us know if you want to explore any of these options and we can advise.