Recommended Trailer Hitch for Bike Rack On 2017 Mazda 3

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Hi.. i am looking for a trailer hitch for bike rack which is suitable for mazda 3 2017 model.. any recommendation? Thank you

asked by: Carlo C

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If you have a hitch on the 2017 Mazda 3 like the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C11377 then you can use any bike rack rated for use with class I hitches. This is the best option and what I recommend for ease of use. The best bike rack really comes down to the specs of the bike/bikes.

I have attached our options below.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Yes, the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #306-X7305 is a fit for a 2018 Mazda 3 Hatchback. It also has the larger 2" receiver tube opening so you'll have a much greater selection of hitch mounted accessories like bike racks and…

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The only anti-theft device we have for using a trunk mounted bike rack like the Thule Passage part #TH910XT is the Thule Passive Security Strap #TH533. You will basically loop the nylon covered steel strap around the frame of the rack to form a slip…

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Yes the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C11377 you were looking at for your 2018 Mazda 3 will work just fine carrying a bike rack, as long as the weight of the rack and your bikes combined do not exceed the 200lb tongue weight rating of the hitch. Since…

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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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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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To add a class III hitch to your 2024 Honda CR-V hybrid, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C13397. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your CR-V with included hardware. It is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. I really like this…

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To me it makes the most sense to put a Bike Rack #HLY64FR on the flat towed vehicle rather than above the tow bars. Especially on heavy e-bikes as they are difficult to lift that high onto the rack, but also as it only makes sense to have the rack on…

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The Kuat Sherpa 2.0 #SH22G and the NV 2.0 #NV22G that you referenced are both excellent platform-style racks that will hold your bikes by the front wheels with no frame contact. These are top-of-the-line carriers and you really would not go wrong…

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There are some subtle difference between the Kuat Piston Pro Bike Rack for 2 Bikes #KU76ZR and the Kuat Piston Pro X Bike Rack for 2 Bikes #KU98VR. Overall the two racks are very similar, there are just some subtle differences/upgrades on the Piston…

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Hey Dave, so the best option for carrying your carbon frame bike and e-bike is the Swagman Escapee part #S39SR with the ramp #S59SR . It has the capacity for carrying an e-bike, is rated for travel trailer use, only touches the bikes by the tires…

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As long as the flat tow wiring is wired in before the 4-Way #C93ZV and you connect the power for the converter directly to the battery it will work. I have seen several use Magnetic Lights #TL21RK which they will wire in on the main harness to have…

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