Is Vehicle Tongue Weight Limit Applied When Using Hitch Mounted Accessories On 2006 Honda CR-V

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My 2006 Honda CRV has a maximum towing capacity of 1500 pounds. This equates to a maximum tongue weight of 150 pounds when pulling a trailer. Does the 150 pound limit apply when using a cargo tray or bike rack instead of a trailer?

asked by: David F

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The 150 lb limit does apply to any accessory attached to the trailer hitch on your 2006 CR-V. The weight you place in the hitch includes the carrier as well as the cargo in the carrier.

The bike rack you asked the question from is the Thule Hitching Post Pro, part # TH934XTR. This bike carrier weighs about 40 lbs so that weight needs to be added to the bike weight when carrying it in the trailer hitch.

If you are planning on carrying bikes with alternative frames like kids bikes or women's bikes I recommend using an adapter bar like part # 64005. This attaches between the seat post and the handlebar stem and allows the bike to be carried more level in the carrier while providing additional ground clearance. I have attached a product review video for this adapter bar.

expert reply by: Jeffrey L

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Answer 1

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 2

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In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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The main difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13416 and the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #EH97FR is that the EcoHitch has a completely hidden cross tube whereas the Curt cross tube will be visible from the rear of…

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The available trailer hitches for your 2019 Honda CR-V can be pretty easily categorized into hidden and non-hidden groups. I highly recommend going with a hidden-crosstube hitch, especially on a new vehicle like yours, as this is going to create a…

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Congrats on the new motorhome Edward! SnapPad doesn't have the 2026 Allego Red 38 KA in their system so I don't know what size your jack feet are. However, we have a few options that will work with the HWH leveling systems. What you'll…

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Answer 8

Hi Paul, you’re definitely on the right track here, and I can help you narrow this down with confidence. With your tandem 3,500 lb Dexter axles and 33 inch spacing, both the Dexter EZ Flex part #K71-652-00 and the Lippert Road Armor part #LC53CK are…

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Hey Frank! This is a newer product, so there aren't many long-term owner reviews available yet. That said, we have done extensive testing on the Benton MoveHitch #B86VR. A strain gauge was used to measure the forces the carrier experiences during…

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Answer 10

Hey Erica, thanks for reaching out! Since your 2026 Honda CR-V is a Hybrid we're a bit limited on the hitch options, and you'll need to get one that does require some fascia cutting. For this, I recommend the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver…

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Hi Dan! The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" #C13397 you were looking at is the hitch I recommend for your 2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid. This will actually fit the Hybrid and Non-Hybrid models, so you are perfectly good to go…

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Answer 12

It sounds like you are speaking of the wires for the brake magnets. If this is correct, you will need to connect one of the wires to the brake controller output wire on your trailer connector and the other wire will need to be grounded to a clean…

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