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  • Can the Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE Bike Rack Be Used with Step Through Bikes
  • We have a solution for you either way but the Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE Bike Rack # HLY84FR may or may not work with your particular step through bikes. There are different styles of step through bikes and depending on how low the step through is, the ratcheting arm on the Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE Bike Rack # HLY84FR may go down low enough to secure the bike or it may be a little short. However, if the ratcheting arm does not go down low enough on your particular bike we do...
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  • Can Thule Pulse Fit 2022 BMW X5 with Antenna
  • The Thule Pulse roof cargo box part # TH615 will fit your 2022 BMW X5 once you get a roof rack installed and due to the profile of the box, the profile of your roof, and the lower height of the fin it would not interfere. Since I can see that your 2022 BMW X5 has flush roof rails the roof rack I would recommend is the Thule Wingbar Edge part # TH56FE, # TH89SC, and # TH186007 which will give you a sleek OEM style roof rack that has crossbars that mount flush to the feet of the rack instead...
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  • Recommended Brake Controller for a 2023 BMW X5 w/a Stealth Hitch Wiring Harness
  • No, it will not Bryan. The Redarc Tow-Pro Link item # RED57AR requires a USCAR port that comes with factory tow packages. The Stealth Hitches Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver w/ Towing Kit item # SH25VR, that fits your 2023 BMW X5, does not have this connector. For a traditional dash type controller, I highly recommend the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite item # RED44FR. This is a proportional brake controller that automatically adjusts your trailer's braking based on the deceleration of your BMW. The...
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  • Differences Between Curt And Draw-Tite Hitches For A 2022 BMW X5
  • Hi Danny! The Draw-Tite 76288 and Curt # C85VV hitches for your 2022 BMW X5 are going to be pretty similar to each other. There are a few differences though, and I have those listed below: Draw-Tite 76288 Towing Capacity: 7,200 lbs Tongue Weight Capacity: 720 lbs Hitch Height: 12.5" Weight: 38.9 lbs Curt # C85VV Towing Capacity: 7,000 lbs Tongue Weight Capacity: 700 lbs Hitch Height: 13.5" Weight: 35.3 lbs Other than those, the big one is that Curt hitches are American made. That would...
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  • Which Hitch is Better for a 2021 BMW X5 xdrive40i? Stealth Hitch or Oris?
  • Hey Tom. You're not missing anything the Oris Trailer Hitch item # TS86VR is comparable in function and quality to the Stealth Hitches item # SH92TR that fits your 2021 BMW X5 xdrive40i. Oris is a German company so their item # TS86VR is a high quality hitch. There's no corners being cut to make this a more affordable option. The cost savings over the Stealth Hitches item # SH92TR is due more to it being manufactured outside of the US and the lack of trailer wiring included. Another...
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  • Trailer Wiring Harness For A 2026 BMW X5
  • Hello again, Corey! We do have a wiring kit available for your 2026 BMW X5 with the Curt Powered Tail Light Converter w/ 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector and Install Kit # C56190KIT, but the Draw-Tite hitch 76908 does not have one that specifically has to go with it. Just keep in mind this is not a plug and play system, so it will need to be hardwired into your Beamer. It does not look like anyone has a plug and play option yet, but that may change in the future. The Stealth Hitches # SH32TR...
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  • Best Stealth Hitch And Towing Kit For 2025 BMW X5 With M Sport Package
  • Hello Douglas, thanks for reaching out. The correct Stealth Hitch for the 2025 BMW X5 with the M Sport package is part # SH89VR. They for trailer towing you will also need the # SH52TR towing kit. The wiring kit for the 2025 model should be a passive harness meaning no programing is needed, but you do have to run a wire to the vehicle battery to power the module. You do need to wire directly to the battery. Using an alternative power source is not recommended. What kind of trailer are...
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  • Where Are The Safety Chain Loops On Stealth Hitches Hidden Hitch SH32TR?
  • Hi Corey! That is a very good question! The Stealth Hitches Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver w/ Towing Kit - Custom Fit - 2" # SH32TR for your 2026 BMW X5 does come with safety chain loops with the included towing kit. If you take a look at the picture I have included, I circled them in red. You will need to install them when you are bolting on the "block" the receiver or ball mount locks into. What are you planning on towing?
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  • Will Redarc Tow-Pro Link Work On 2026 BMW X5 X40i With Factory Tow Package
  • Hello Greg, thanks for reaching out. The Redarc Tow-Pro Link Bluetooth Brake Controller # RED57AR will work great on your 2026 BMW X5 X40i with the factory tow package. We list it for vehicles without the tow package since it comes with a universal harness, and there are custom harness option for your vehicle. The # RED57AR can be installed on vehicles with or without tow packages.
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  • Concerns Over Installation of Hitch on 2025 BMW X5 With Driver Assistance Pro Package
  • Hey Rik! The main issue with the Driver Assistance Pro package is typically just the rear parking sensors picking up the hitch or anything installed in it. We really do not see the Curt Hitch # C85VV itself causing problems with the driver assist systems when installed properly. Honestly, the Oris # TS86VR is probably the best option here since the receiver removes completely when not in use. This maintains the factory look and there is nothing there for the sensors to see unless you're...
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  • Recommended Hitch for a 2020 BMW X5 40i S Drive
  • Hey Neil! I checked with Stealth Hitches and their Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver w/ Towing Kit item # SH25VR is exactly what you need for your 2020 BMW X5 40i S Drive. The Stealth Hitch item # SH25VR is custom fit and bolts to your BMW with included hardware. This kit also includes all the wiring you need to add a 7-way connector to your vehicle. I have linked an installation video below so you can see how to get this hitch set up.
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  • Tire Chains for 2026 BMW X5 With 275/45R20 Tires
  • Hey Paul! Fine-link and Class S actually go hand in hand. What that is basically saying in the owner's manual is you have limited clearance and you're going to need Class S compatible tire chains so you don't tear up your BMW. This is pretty common for an SUV like the X5. European manufacturers say "fine-link" to describe low profile, and Class S compatibility is the U.S. clearance standard for restricted space vehicles which equates to low profile tire chains. It doesn't currently show...
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  • Trailer Wiring for 2011 BMW X5
  • Hi Diane! After looking through our inventory as well as multiple manufacturers, I can confirm there is not a wiring kit available specifically for the 2011 BMW X5 available. Because of that, you will need to use the Curt Powered Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # C59236. This wiring harness is a universal kit and will need to be spliced in. It does come with quick connect snap connectors like TowSmart Wire Splice Connectors # TS67QR, but I highly recommend going...
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch for a 2020 BMW X5
  • The trailer hitch that you'll need to use for your 2020 BMW X5 is the Draw-Tite # 76288. It is currently (as of November 2019) the only trailer hitch fit available for your X5 (excluding the M performance model) but it is still an excellent option because it has the larger 2" receiver and features a hidden cross tube. This combination means that you can carry a wide variety of accessories while maintaining an OEM look since only the 2" receiver is visible once installed. If you let me...
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  • Best Suspension Upgrades For 2026 Grand Design Imagine AIM 16mla
  • Hey Keith, congrats on the new camper! Adding SumoSprings are definitely one way to help absorb road shock, smooth out the suspension and protect the trailer and its contents. I'd recommend those, and also an upgraded HD shackle/wet bolt kit. I'm not sure if your camper came from the factory with wet bolts, but if not, that is definitely a worthwhile upgrade. The HD shackles and wet bolts really help quiet down the suspension plus they are way more durable than typical stock suspension....
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  • Can an Ultra-Fab Leveling Jack be Used to Change a Tire
  • We have better options because leveling jacks like the Ultra-Fab # UF48-979006 shouldn't be used to raise a vehicle. They're only for stabilizing despite their weight capacity. Instead you want something like the Powerbuilt bottle jack, part # ALL640405. It has plenty of capacity at 4,000 pounds and is for raising a vehicle like your X5 to change a tire. It's also pretty compact and not very expensive. Another option that's a bit of a step up is an electric scissor jack like part # PTW1609....
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  • Stealth Hitch for 2025 BMW X5 xDrive50e Hauling Bike Rack and Towing
  • Hey Jean-Paul! The Stealth Hitches Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver w/ Towing Kit # SH32TR is the right hitch for your 2025 BMW X5 xDrive50e SUV. This comes with the 2" receiver to carry your bike rack, along with the ball mount and wiring so you can tow a trailer. What kind of trailer are you towing?
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  • What Trailer Hitch Fits a 2019-2021 BMW X5 with the M Sport Package?
  • Hey Alan, thanks for reaching out! The only hitch that fits a 2019-2021 BMW X5 with the M Sport Package is the Stealth Hitches Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver w/ Towing Kit # SH25VR. It has an 8K towing capacity and 600 lb tongue weight rating, but since your BMW doesn't have the factory tow package you'll be limited to your lower rating. The Stealth Hitch lineup is a bit unique in that the receiver that comes with it is only designed for use with accessories like bike racks and cargo carriers....
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  • Brake Controller Installation on 2016 BMW X5
  • Hey Travis, welcome back! It looks like you went ahead and decided on the Curt Echo Wireless Brake Controller # C51180. This won't require any splicing for installation. Simply plug it into the 7-way at the rear on your X5 and connect via the app and you're ready to go. If you had installed a traditional brake controller like the # RED52VR you would have connected it to the blue wire from your # SH85VR. If the installer didn't connect the blue brake output wire you would have to run a...
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  • Trailer Hitch Receiver For a Bike Rack To Fit a 2025 BMW X5
  • Cyndi, I was just able to verify with Curt their Trailer Hitch Receiver # C85VV is now confirmed to fit the 2025 BMW X5. So this will give you a 2" receiver opening. Do understand this will not fit the M or M-sport models. If you are looking for a bike rack the Kuat # NV22B is one of my favorites as it looks great, is lightweight and has the built in work stand to make working on your bike so much easier.
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