Hitch Recommendation for 2020 Hyundai Elantra to Carry Swagman XC Bike Rack
Question:
What hitch do I need with this rack? Will the rack fit more firmly with a 1 1/4 inch hitch as opposed to a 2 inch hitch? Is installation of the hitch a job best left to professionals? If so, who does such work? Thanks,
asked by: Richard L
Expert Reply:
The Swagman XC bike rack part # S64650 installs equally as solid in both a 2 inch or 1-1/4 inch hitch but for your 2020 Hyundai Elantra there are only 1-1/4 inch hitches available so that is the size you'd need like with the Curt part # C11509 if you have the GT Hatchback(excluding the N-Line and/or vehicles with dual exhaust) or the Draw-Tite # 24905 which also fits the GT Hatchback, but will not fit vehicles built in Korea. You can check door manufacture sticker or VIN with the second letter M denotes Korean-built.
Trailer hitches are very easily accomplished by a DIYer with basic hand tools. If you wanted to have someone install it though a local mechanic to you with a decent reputation would be who to check with. I also attached an install video for you to check out to see if it's something you'd feel comfortable doing.
If you go with the Curt hitch, you will also need a stabilizer strap # 18050.
Products Referenced in This Question
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
- Visible Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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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
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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Swagman XC2 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 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Swagman
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