2015 BMW 435i Covertible Hitch Recommendation for Towing Kayak Trailer
Question:
I am looking for a solution to transport my kayak with a 2015 BMW 435i convertible. 1. Since I cannot put it on the roof, Im looking at the Yakima RackandRoll. Are there any better options? 2. I currently do not have a traoiler hitch. I would need to install a trailer hitch with the appropriate accessories. Can you make a recommendation?
asked by: TJ
Expert Reply:
For your 2015 BMW 435i convertible, the Yakima Rack and Roll # Y08106 is an excellent option and my personal preference. I believe it is made better for the application and it won't limit your speed as the tires are rated for the posted road speeds. You may however want to consider the alternative options of the Malone MicroSport Trailer 13 foot # MPG460G with saddle carrier # MPG110MD. You will be restricted to 65 mph with this trailer due to the trailer tire rating.
To pull a trailer with your convertible, you will want to start with the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11367 and then use the ball mount # C45521, hitch ball # A-82, and pin # F-4. Then you simply need the wiring harness # 119250KIT which will give you the 4-way wiring needed for your trailer lights. This harness will use zero contact interface sensors to keep your wiring unchanged and will draw power directly from the vehicle battery.
I've attached videos and an article to assist. Let me know if you have further questions.
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ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness w/ 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector and Installation Kit
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Converter
- Universal Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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2" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Stainless Steel - 3,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Stainless Steel
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-1/8 Inch Shank Length
- 3/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 3500 lbs GTW
- Class I
- Class II
- CURT
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Curt Class II Drawbar - 2-5/8" Rise, 3-1/4" Drop - 7-1/4" Long - 3,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- No Ball
- 3/4 Inch Ball Hole Diameter
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 3 Inch
- Rise - 2 Inch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- 3500 lbs GTW
- Class II
- CURT
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Curt Hitch Pin and Clip for 1-1/4" Hitches - 1/2" Diameter x 2-1/2" Span
- Hitch Pins and Clips
- Standard Hitch Pin
- 2-1/2 Inch Long
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- 1/2 Inch Diameter
- 2-1/2 Inch Span
- CURT
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Malone SaddleUp Pro Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - Saddle Style - Clamp On
- Watersport Carriers
- Kayak
- Roof Mount Carrier
- Saddle-Style
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Rear Loading
- Clamp On
- No Load Assist
- Malone
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Malone MicroSport Trailer - 78" Crossbars - 800 lbs
- Kayak Trailer
- Crossbar Style
- 2 Kayaks
- 20 Feet Long
- 800 lbs
- Extra Long Tongue
- 6-1/2W x 13L Foot
- Galvanized Steel
- Malone
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Yakima Rack and Roll Trailer - 66"
- Kayak Trailer
- Crossbar Style
- 5 Kayaks
- 17 Feet Long
- 250 lbs
- 5-1/2W x 11L Foot
- Aluminum
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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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