Will the RockyMounts WestSlope Fit in a Class I Hitch on a 2018 Mazda 6

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I have a 2018 Mazda 6 with the Curt c11356 class 1 hitch. I am looking for a tray style bike rack which uses ratcheting arms on the tires to hold the bikes secure. Will the RockyMounts Westslope work in this application?

asked by: Steve J

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Yes. The RockyMounts WestSlope # RKY10222 is compatible with a Class I hitch with a 1-1/4" receiver like the Curt # C11356 you've got on your 2018 Mazda 6. Since the WestSlope doesn't come with any locks included you may consider adding them with the Cable Lock and Hitch Lock for RockyMounts WestSlope Bike Racks # RKY10224 to provide some added security.

expert reply by: Erik B

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Sushil

3/25/2024

I noticed the trend of all 1.25" hitch bike rack being said compatible with Class I hitch at etrailer. This doesn't sound right. For example, for the product in question here, in RockyMounts website, it is clearly written none of their bike racks are to be used on Class I hitch. There is not much option with Class I hitch mounted bike racks. Just because the rack fits into 1.25" hitch, doesn't mean it is compatible with both Class I and Class II rated hitches. Can you please explain why such misinformation is being provided here?

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Jenny N.

4/17/2024

@Sushil I checked with Rocky Mounts and currently the RockyMounts HighNoon FC Solo Bike Rack for 1 Bike - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches is the only one that will not fit with the class I hitch. We do have it listed incorrectly on the site and I am having it updated asap. Class I rated bike racks are not as common as others. Class I hitches tend to be a little shorter than class 2 hitches and only can carry up to 200 pounds of tongue weight. The Swagman Chinook is a good bike rack to take a look at part # S64683. It is an economical rack that works with class I - class III hitches.

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