What Class Hitch Is Best For A 2019 Subaru Forester
Question:
Hello I’m looking for a hitch for a bike rack and I needed to know what class hitch I should get. I have a 2019 Subaru Forrester. How much does this hitch weigh? For 2 or 3 bikes can I do a class 1 hitch? Thank you
asked by: Juan
Expert Reply:
The maximum tongue weight capacity for the 2019 Subaru Forester is 150 lbs so even with a higher capacity hitch, you are stil limited to that total weight of bike carrier and your bikes themselves so that is a key consideration.
Yes, you can use a Class I or Class II hitch but you are ultimately limited to the maximum tongue weight the Forester. A Class II would not be recommended to be clear. The net weight of the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C12198 is 30lbs.
A bike rack like the Kuat Transfer V2 Bike Platform Rack # KU24FR weighs 51lbs so you could still carry 3 bikes of 30lbs each as an example.
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Kuat Transfer V2 Bike Rack for 3 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Wheel Mount
- Bike Lock
- 3 Bikes
- Class 3
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class II
- 350 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- CURT
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