Recommended Trailer Hitch for a Bike Rack on a 2018 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen
Question:
looking at the curt and drawtite hitches for my new 18 sportwagen. i've got a bike rack that fits the class 1 size. which is better?
asked by: Cody
Expert Reply:
The Draw-Tite, part # 24949, and Curt, part # C11422, hitches that fit your 2018 VW Golf Sportwagen are the same in a couple of ways. Specifically they have the same specs and install using the same basic process. I've linked the install details for them both, as well as a video from when we installed the Draw-Tite on a 2015 Sportwagen for you.
Between the two I recommend the Draw-Tite to avoid Curt's recommendation of a support strap, part # 18050, when carrying a bike rack.
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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Draw-Tite Sportframe 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
- Draw-Tite
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