Will the Swagman XTC-2 TILT 2-Bike Platform Rack Fit a 2012 VW GTI
Question:
I have a 2012 VW GTI hatchback. Im considering the Swagman XTC2 Tilt. Will the hatch clear with the bikes still on the rack? Also, the vehicle only allows a Class 1 hitch, for which I am looking at the Draw-Tite 24904. Will the Swagman XTC2 Tilt fit in the class 1 hitch?
asked by: Walker
Expert Reply:
The only trailer hitches available for a 2012 Volkswagen GTI are class I, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C11000 is what I recommend since it offers the easiest installation. In order for the bike rack to be compatible, it must be rated for use on class I hitches. The Swagman XTC-2 TILT 2-Bike Platform Rack part # S64671 is only class II rated so it won't work. Instead, I recommend the Malone RunWay 2-Bike Platform Rack part # MPG2149 which should allow you to open the hatch with the rack tilted
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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
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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Malone Runway HM2 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Bike Lock
- 2 Bikes
- Class 1
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Carbon Fiber Bikes
- Fat Tire Bikes
- Malone
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Swagman XTC2 TILT Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- 2 Bikes
- Class 2
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Swagman
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