Recommended Towing Setup for 2010 Toyota RAV4
Question:
Hi, what would be the best set up to tow a 700lb motorcycle with my Toyota Rav 4 2010?
asked by: Brian
Helpful Expert Reply:
The first thing you will need to tow your motorcycle on a trailer is a hitch for your 2010 Toyota RAV4. I recommend the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98864. This is a custom fit, Class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a maximum gross trailer weight of 3,500 lbs which will be plenty for your motorcycle. It also features a matte black powder coat finish which does a better job of hiding dirt and dings when compared to a glossy finish.
In addition to the hitch you will also need wiring. I recommend the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118412. When it comes to wiring we have found Tekonsha to be the most reliable. This will plug into your existing wiring and provide you with a 4-way to power your trailer's signal lights.
In order to complete your setup you will also need a ball mount. Check out the etrailer Ball Mount Kit # 989900. This kit has two ball mounts, one with a 3/4" rise or 2" drop and the other with a 2-3/4" rise or 4" drop. It also comes with a 1-7/8" and 2" ball, as well as a ball mount bag to store everything in.
I have attached some review and installation videos for your reference.
Products Referenced in This Question
T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Powered Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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etrailer Ball Mount Kit for 2" Hitches - 7,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- 1-7/8 Inch Ball
- 2 Inch Ball
- Two Balls
- Steel Ball
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 2 Inch
- Drop - 4 Inch
- Rise - 1 Inch
- Rise - 3 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 7500 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Ball Mount Kit
- etrailer
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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 525 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 4000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 525 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
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