Class I Hitch and Thule EasyFold Hitch Bike Rack for 2016 Chevy Spark
Question:
Hi there I have a 2016 Chevy Spark. My problem is I have a Electra townie 7D bicycle that I need to be able to take it places. I have been trying to figure this out, but seeing it is such a small car I dont have any idea of what kind of a hitch bike rack that will work on my car, or what kind of hitch I need for one. As I dont even have a hitch. I am really hoping you guys can tell me what I need, please help.. Thank You.
asked by: Dave
Expert Reply:
The Electra Townie Original 7D man's bike has a sloped frame tube and no fenders and it weighs about 34-lbs which is within the typical 35-lbs-per-bike weight capacity for most but not all bike racks.
I do recommend using hitch and hitch-mount bike rack since this will protect the car's sheet metal from potential scratches and dents from the weight of a loaded trunk-mount rack that rests on the car. Hitch racks put their load onto the car's frame, its strongest part, so this makes them a better long-term solution. Plus, having a hitch on the car means you could use a cargo carrier such as # C18110. For your car I recommend Curt hitch # C11433 which installs without drilling and that includes all needed hardware. For use with a bike rack you will also need support strap # 18050.
You referenced the very nice Thule EasyFold XT 2 Bike Platform Rack # TH903202. If this rack suits your budget it is hard to recommend anything else. The EasyFold might be the last bike rack you ever need to buy. Here's why.
This rack fits both 1-1/4-inch and 2-inch hitches; it offers a 65-lbs-per-bike weight capacity so if you ever move to a heavy e-bike you are already good to go; it tilts away from the car for easy vehicle access; it handles tires as wide as 2-1/2-inches (your tires are 2-inches wide); and wheelbases up to 48-inches; and it includes a loading ramp so you don't have to lift the bikes to load them! I know of no more feature-rich bike rack. And Thule is well-known for their commitment to service and support for their products. This rack carries a limited lifetime warranty. Hard to beat.
If you have a different price range in mind please let me know and I will be glad to assist.
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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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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19x47 Curt Cargo Carrier for 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Steel - 300 lbs
- Hitch Cargo Carrier
- Flat Carrier
- Fixed Carrier
- 20 Inch Wide
- Standard Duty
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 48 Inch Long
- Class I
- Class II
- Class III
- Class IV
- Steel
- CURT
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Thule EasyFold XT Bike Rack for 2 Electric 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 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Electric Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
- Thule
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