Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2019 Subaru Forester to Carry Bike Rack
Question:
Subaru dealer says one should use a 1 1/4” hitch. I’m only going to use for bikes, not towing. I want the stability of the 2”. Is it ok to use class 3 on the Subaru Forester 2019? Thx
asked by: Joel
Expert Reply:
It is absolutely okay for you to use a Class III, 2 inch trailer hitch on your 2019 Subaru Forester. The Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch # 76271 is a great option that will give you the stability you are seeking and allow you to use a bike rack; we have had a number of customers install this hitch on their '19 Forester, as you can see by the "Reviews" tab on the product page.
If you are looking for a bike rack that will work with this hitch I highly recommend checking out the Saris Freedom # SA4412B because at less than 30 lbs it is extremely lightweight but still has a 60 lb per bike capacity.
The Freedom will be extremely stable due to its included anti-rattle hitch lock and the ratcheting padded cradles that grip your bikes by the frame. These cradles work together with the ratcheting wheel straps that are on both wheel trays to ensure the utmost stability.
I have added links to video reviews of this rack for you to check out, including one of a road test so you can see just how stable the rack is.
Products Referenced in This Question
Saris Freedom Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Frame Mount
- Locks Not Included
- 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
- Saris
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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 525 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 3500 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 525 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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