Receiver Hitch and Trailer Recommendation for 2011 BMW 328i xDrive Sports Wagon
Question:
I have a BMW 328i xDrive, 2011, sports wagon, and wonder whether it is possible to tow a trailer with a couple of dirt motorcycles. If so, what will I need? What kind of hitch AND trailer will be suitable? Thanks for your time,
asked by: Claudio S
Expert Reply:
I recommend that you start off by checking your owner's manual to determine the amount of weight that you can safely tow with your 2011 BMW 328i xDrive Wagon. You will want to make sure that the weight of the trailer, combined with the dirt motorcycles and any other cargo that you plan to carry, would not exceed this capacity.
I spoke with my contact at Curt and the Class I Receiver Hitch, # C117367, will fit your 2011 BMW 328i xDrive Sports Wagon. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you.
In order to get you ready for towing, you may also need Drawbar, # C45521, 1-7/8 Inch Hitch Ball, # A-80, or 2 Inch Hitch Ball, # A-82.
If you find that you have sufficient towing capacity to tow a couple of dirt motorcycles, I recommend obtaining a small trailer locally and then using wheel chocks like the Rack'Em Manufacturing Removable Wheel Chock # RA-17, to help secure the motorcycles. I have attached a link to the tie down straps that we have available that you could also use when hauling your motorcycle.
On another note, if you plan on hauling any non-trailer loads with the # C11367, including bike racks, cargo carriers and so forth, Curt does require that you use Support Straps, # 18050. Failure to properly support these loads will void your hitch warranty from Curt.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap for Hitch-Mounted Accessories - 61" x 1" - Qty 1
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hitch Cargo Carrier
- Tie Down Straps
- CURT
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1-7/8" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Stainless Steel - 2,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Stainless Steel
- 1-7/8 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-1/8 Inch Shank Length
- 3/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 2000 lbs GTW
- Class I
- Class II
- CURT
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2" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Stainless Steel - 3,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Stainless Steel
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-1/8 Inch Shank Length
- 3/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 3500 lbs GTW
- Class I
- Class II
- CURT
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Curt Class II Drawbar - 2-5/8" Rise, 3-1/4" Drop - 7-1/4" Long - 3,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- No Ball
- 3/4 Inch Ball Hole Diameter
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 3 Inch
- Rise - 2 Inch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- 3500 lbs GTW
- Class II
- CURT
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Rack'Em Manufacturing Removable Wheel Chock
- Wheel Chocks
- Wheel Chock
- Motorcycle
- Steel
- Single Chock
- Gray
- RackEm
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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
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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