Trailer Hitch for a 2009 Lexus RX 350 and Bike Rack
Question:
Hi folks - looking for a hitch for my bike rack - I have a 2009 lexus rx 350 - I would like a 1/ 1/4 inch receiver - what kind of hitch is available?
asked by: Matt G
Expert Reply:
There are only Class III, 2 inch trailer hitches available for your 2009 Lexus RX 350 but not to worry because you can still use your 1-1/4 inch bike rack. You just need to also use a reducer sleeve with the hitch, # HT02. Or you could use # MT70033 but this style will reduce the tongue weight capacity of the trailer hitch by 50 percent.
The trailer hitch I recommend is # 13530. It has a tongue weight capacity of 350 pounds so if you used adapter # MT70033 the tongue weight capacity will be reduced to 175 pounds. That means that the combined weight of the bike rack and bikes cannot exceed 175 pounds (which won't be a problem).
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Hitch Reducer 2" to 1-1/4" Trailer Hitch Receiver
- Hitch Adapters
- Hitch Reducer
- Bike Racks
- Cargo Carriers
- Hitch Mounted Accessories
- No Extension
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
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MaxxTow Trailer Hitch Receiver Adapter - 2" to 1-1/4" Hitch - 11" Long
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
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- Class III
- 350 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 4000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 400 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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