How to Transport Dirt Bike with 2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen TDI

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Im really looking for away to tow my dirt bike but not on a trailer. I would love to be able to tow it on the back kinda like a bicycle. My bike clean weighs 225

asked by: Amanda D

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With a bike that weighs 225-lbs, you'll need a hitch that can support that plus the carrier. Luckily, the EcoHitch # 306-X7284 is rated for 300-lbs of tongue weight. Using the etrailer carrier for 2" hitches # e98873 (which weighs 58-lbs) will allow you to remain under the EcoHitch's limit (225 bike + 58 carrier = 283-lbs of tongue weight).

If you reconsider using a trailer, I recommend the # K2MMT4X6 or the small flat-deck utility type trailers often found at farm and outdoor stores. These are often not very costly.

If you want to go this route then I suggest the Curt hitch # C11474 instead of the EcoHitch because it costs substantially less. You'd also need a ball mount # 3593, hitch ball # 19256 and a wiring harness # 119178KIT if the trailer has lights.

expert reply by: Adam R

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You didn't say how heavy the dirt bike is but that will likely be an issue. The available trailer hitch receiver for your 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is the Curt #C11474. The Curt #C11474 is a Class I hitch with a maximum tongue weight of 200…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Yes, we do. To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C26VV. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a…

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Answer 5

There is a trailer hitch receiver as well as a 4-way wiring harness that fit your 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee WL; that said, we don't have any way to reference a VIN so you'll need to confirm if you do have the WL, which is the new model of…

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Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue…

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The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 8

If you just need a 4-pin to 7-pin trailer wiring adapter, then you can use part #C57672. This will plug into the 4-pin trailer connector on your brother's vehicle and give him the 7-pin socket for the trailer. Keep in mind, this will only give…

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Answer 9

The EcoHitch part #306-X7311 that you referenced fits 2013 to 2018 Volkswagen Jetta TDI models Ryan.

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Answer 10

Yes, the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #306-X7311 is a confirmed fit for a 2017 Volkswagen Jetta. In fact, I have a photo from the manufacturer on a GLI which is attached below.

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