2-inch Best Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2001 Honda CR-V

Question:

I watched your video on trailer hitch install on a 2001 honda CRV. I have a 1998 Crv. Can I use that on my car? I need a 2inch receptacle not a 1 1/2 . If not, Why cant that be installed on my car? Is there any way to install a 2inch carrier on my car? I will use it for a bicycle rack.

asked by: Geri F

Expert Reply:

We have a Class III hitch with a 2 inch opening that has been confirmed to fit your 1998 Honda CR-V that would work great for you. For that you would want the Curt Hitch part # 13314. I attached an install video for this hitch for you to check out as well.

I know you said you plan on using this hitch for a bike rack, but if you ever needed to do some towing you would need a few more products.

For trailer wiring you would want the part # 118336, see install video for this product as well.

If you plan on doing some towing you might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag.

If the ball mount kit does not have the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, use the link I have included to the right that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.

For more info on hitch sizes and classifications check out the links I attached to the right.