Best Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2017 Subaru Outback Wagon for Bike Rack and Towing

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Hi, which hitch would you recommend for the 2017 Outback? we mostly want to use it for a bike rack Thule Helium Aero2, but may eventually want to pull a small trailer/tear camper. thanks!

asked by: Mark

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The best hitch for your 2017 Subaru Outback wagon will be the Draw Tite hitch part # 75673 which is a Class III hitch with a 2 inch opening. This hitch size gives you the most flexibility with hitch accessories and the best capacities as well. I like it over the Curt hitch because it does not require the stabilizer strap when used with a non-supported load like a bike rack like your Thule Helium 2 # TH9042.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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When choosing between the two Class II trailer hitches available for your 2017 Subaru Outback Wagon, I do recommend the Draw-Tite Frame Receiver Hitch #36493. This is because, as you mentioned, Draw-Tite does not require the use of stabilizing straps…

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Hey Adrian, you are on the right track for a hitch for your 2017 Subaru Outback Wagon. I would recommend the Curt part #C13410 as it has plenty of towing capacity, is mostly hidden, and the advantage it has over the Draw Tite is that we just have…

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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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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Hey Jonathon thank you so much for all of that additional information! To haul your bikes behind your class C Sprinter motorhome, while flat towing your Mini, I recommend the Hollywood Racks RV Rider Bike Rack item #HLY64FR and the Roadmaster Dual…

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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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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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Hello Charles, Great question. The only difference between the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2" #e25TR, and the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" #C67JR is the…

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Hey Jeff! Both hitches are compatible with the rear vehicle alert system so that won't be an issue. However, I would expect to have to disable that when you're carrying your bike rack. The #e98847 measures 15-3/4" from the ground to the…

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Thanks for supporting a local business Christopher! So long as your 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is a 1500 and you need a class IV hitch, the Curt item #14301 is going to be the best option. It has a 2" receiver with a 10,000 lbs towing capacity and…

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There are really two main types of trailer hitches for a 2019 Subaru Outback, visible like the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver part #e98847 and hidden like the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver part #e42TR. The visible hitch means you can see the cross…

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Hi Jeffrey, For a hitch for the 2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness that installs behind the bumper, I recommend the etrailer Class III Trailer Hitch Receiver part #e25TR. The cross tube is totally hidden behind the bumper, and only the hitch receiver…

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