Recommendation For Towing A Trailer As Well As 4 Bike Carrier Rack

Published 07/14/2017

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Curt Multipurpose Ball Mount with 2" Receiver for Bike Racks and Cargo Carriers - 7,500 lbs

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$73.69

Curt Dual Hitch Extender for 2" Trailer Hitches - 8" Extension

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$105.16

Ball Mount 3/4" Rise or 2" Drop - 12-5/8" Long

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$34.64

Question:

Im looking for a dual hitch to tow a travel trailer and 4 spot bike rack. Ive looked at the Curt Multipurpose Ball/Hitch, and the dual receiver, but I dont think that gives enough room bike will hit the trailer. Is there a product or products that will allow for this i.e. dual hitch and extension, or? This will actually be used with 2 trailers - 1969 Kit Companion and a 2008 K-Z Spree Trailer.

asked by: Josh O

Expert Reply:

I've got two options for you. If you have a trailer that is less than 7500 lbs, then you can use the Curt Multipurpose Ball Mount with 2" Receiver for Bike Racks and Cargo Carriers - 7,500 lbs # D210 which will not reduce your hitch's tongue weight capacity when the hitch ball is used alone, but will reduce it by 50% when the accessory receiver is used. You can use the Curt Dual 2" Receiver Tube Adapter, 8" Extension # D-192 along with a ball mount like # D-26, but this will reduce your hitch tongue weight by 50% any time it is used in any way.

expert reply by: Jason S