Best Trailer Hitch for Carrying a Bike Rack and Towing with a 2015 Subaru Forester

Updated 04/30/2018 | Published 04/28/2018

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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

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$174.66

T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector

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Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap for Hitch-Mounted Accessories - 61" x 1" - Qty 1

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$13.44

Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

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Curt Class III Ball Mount with 2" Ball - 2" Drop - 7,500 lbs

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Kuat Sherpa 2.0 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount - Black

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$759.00

Kuat Sherpa 2.0 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount - Gray

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Kuat Sherpa 2.0 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount - Pearl

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Question:

I have a 2015 subaru forester 2.5. I was looking at draw tite and curt for fa hitch. mostly used for bike rack and occasional trailer. Which one would be the best option for me. Thanks

asked by: Don

Expert Reply:

I recommend going with the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 75876 for your 2015 Subaru Forester. This will give you a Class III trailer hitch with a 2" receiver opening, allowing you to have many more options than a smaller receiver. The Draw-Tite option is preferred over the Curt # C13144 option because the Curt warranty requires a support strap # 18050 for all non-trailer loads.

If you don't already have a bike rack then I recommend looking into the Kuat Sherpa. This comes in Gray # SH22G, Black # SH22B, and Pearl # SH22P. It features bike and rack locks, as well as folding and tilting features for rear cargo access and storage. The wheel mount design mean that this bike rack can accommodate any bike frame style that does not have a front fender.

Since you will be towing occasionally with your Forester you will also need wiring, like the recommended T-One # 118467, and a ball mount kit, like the popular Curt # C45036. I have linked an installation video for the wiring and a helpful article that you can check out to make sure you get the correct ball mount for your application.

I recommend checking out your owner's manual for any specifications regarding weight ratings or towing.