Recommended Hitch for 2017 Mazda CX-5 GT for use With Bike Rack
Question:
Hi, I own a 2017 Mazda CX-5 GT. I want to install a trailer hitch that would be used for a bike rack only. Can you recommend a hitch that would be appropriate. Thanks
asked by: David L
Helpful Expert Reply:
The hitch I highly recommend for your 2017 Mazda CX-5 GT to use with a bike rack is the Draw-Tite Max-Frame # 76138. This is a Class III hitch with a 2" receiver, which is going to allow you many more options in terms of the type of bike rack you can use. For example, as of today (September 2017) there are 188 bike racks which are Class III compatible, 111 which are Class II and just 67 which are Class I. There are also 190 racks which fit a 2" receiver while only 109 fit a 1-1/4" receiver.
If you are looking for a rack, it's hard to go wrong with the Kuat NV 2.0 # NV22G. This is one of the most popular racks we carry as it has a weight capacity of 60 lbs per bike to carry the heavier bikes that are becoming common; it also has ratcheting hooks that grip your bikes by the front wheels and straps that secure to the rear wheels so there is no contact between your bike's frame and the rack.
The NV 2.0 has a foot lever that will allow you to tilt the rack down - even with the bikes loaded! - for rear cargo access as well as fold the rack up for storage. It installs in your hitch with a knob system that you need only twist to tighten, and comes with a hitch lock and cable lock for the rack and your bikes, keeping your investments secure.
I've added links to video reviews of these products for you to take a look at, as well as a link to our page with each of our racks on it.
Products Referenced in This Question
Kuat NV 2.0 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount - Gunmetal Gray
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Wheel Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 2 Bikes
- Class 3
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Carbon Fiber Bikes
- Electric Bikes
- Fat Tire Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
- Kuat
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 675 lbs TW
- 4500 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Shop: Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Search Results: roof rack
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Shop: Roof Rack
- Shop: Curt Powered Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Q&A: Recommended Kayak Carrier for 2020 Mazda CX-5
- Search Results: bike rack
- Search Results: cargo
- Shop: Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Shop: 32x48 Reese Solo Cargo Carrier for 2" Hitches - Steel - 400 lbs
- Shop: Rhino-Rack XTray Pro Cargo Basket and 2 Bike Carrier - Steel - 58-1/4" x 41" - 165 lbs
- Article: How to Correct Noise from Exhaust Rattling Against a Trailer Hitch
- Video: Install: Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver on a 2022 Mazda CX-5
- Video: Let’s Check Out the Trimax Combination Cable Lock
- Video: Checking Out the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector-C45FV
- Video: Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness Installation - 2023 Mazda CX-5
- Video: In-Depth Review of the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector-TK85VR
- Shop: T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Shop: Curt Powered Tail Light Converter w/ 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector and Install Kit
- Search Results: pt87zr
- Video: Finding the Right Trailer Wiring Harness
- Search Results: trailer hitch
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a Class II and a Class III Hitch?
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Video: Curt Powered Tail Light Converter Installation - 2023 Kia Telluride
- Search Results: trailer wiring
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a 4-Way and 7-Way Trailer Connector
- Q&A: Difference Between Curt and etrailer Trailer Hitch Receivers for 2020 Chevy Colorado
on Trailer Hitch
