Recommended Trailer Hitch and Bike Rack for 2017 Chevrolet Traverse

Question:

I am looking to purchase a trailer hitch and a hitch mounted bike rack for my 2017 Chevy Traverse. I am looking at the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2inch and the Thule Hitching Post Pro - Folding Tilting 4 Bike Rack w Anti-Sway - 1-1/4inch and 2inch Hitches - TH934XTR. I wanted to double check and make sure they are compatible for my vehicle and that the Class III hitch works for the rack. From what I can tell it should all work but wanted to be sure before making the purchase. It also sounds like the rack will hold a variety of sizes of bikes including womens bikes and childrens bikes- is this correct? Thank you for your help

asked by: Kristen G

Expert Reply:

Let's start with the trailer hitch for your 2017 Chevrolet Traverse.

The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 75528 is indeed confirmed to fit your vehicle and is the exact hitch I would have recommended. This will provide a 2 inch receiver opening and a tongue weight capacity of 750 pounds. I have attached an installation video on your 2017 Traverse that you can take a look at.

Then for the bike rack, the Thule Hitching Post Pro # TH934XTR that you referenced is a great choice. This is actually one of our most popular hitch-mounted bike racks and it will allow you to transport up to 4 bikes at 35 pounds each. Based on the measurements our installers took when installing the Draw-Tite trailer hitch to your vehicle, there will be absolutely no clearance issues between this rack and the rear bumper when it is mounted. It is also compatible with the 2 inch receiver opening on the hitch. I do recommend adding the Thule Hitch Lock # THSTL2 to lock the rack to the hitch and the Cable Lock # TH538XT to secure your bikes to the rack.

I have included a video review of this bike rack so you can see all of its features in action.

Since you do plan on carrying a variety of bike styles, you will likely need to use an adapter bar like the Kuat # UB01. This will provide a horizontal attachment point for level transport and improved ground clearance. I have attached a video demonstration on this product so you can see exactly how it works and why it might be needed.