Recommended Flat Tow Setup For 2021 Subaru Crosstrek With Manual Transmission

Question:

I am looking for a recommendation for a flat tow setup for my 2021 Subaru Crosstrek with the manual transmission. Preferably a motorhome mounted tow bar.

asked by: Dan S

Expert Reply:

I would be happy to recommend all of the components needed to flat tow your 2021 Subaru Crosstrek with the manual transmission.

Starting with the base plate kit I recommend the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # RM-52927-5 which is designed for a motorhome mounted tow bar you mentioned you are looking for. For a compatible tow bar I recommend the Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs # RM-522 due to the non-binding arms that allow you to quickly unhook the tow bar from your Subaru even on un-even ground.

Moving on to safety cables and wiring I recommend the RoadMaster Falcon 2 and Falcon All-Terrain Combo Towing Kit with Straight Wiring # RM-9243-1 which includes the wiring, safety cables, and connectors needed to safely flat tow your Subaru along with a storage case for the tow bar when it is not in use.

For a supplemental braking system I recommend the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR as it is very easy to install, and since it is completely removed from the vehicle when you are done flat towing it can be used in multiple vehicles if needed. You will also need the the 12v Outlet Kit # RM-9332.

Lastly you will more than likely need a high-low adapter to level the tow bar to your tow vehicle so I included a link to a helpful article that will walk you through how to measure for the correct adapter, and a link to all of our high-low adapters for you to take a look at.

It is always a good idea to check the recreational towing section of your vehicles owner's manual for any restrictions regarding flat towing, and for any special steps required to make your vehicle ready to be flat towed.

I included videos for the products mentioned for you to take a look at