Recommended Trailer Hitch for 2016 Honda Accord to Use with Bike Rack
Updated 07/08/2018 | Published 07/05/2018
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What’s the difference between the Curt 1.25” hitches? Need for Thule T2 Pro XT2 bike rack. Is there a difference in stability?
asked by: Lisa G
Expert Reply:
Both the Curt Trailer Hitch # C11496 and Curt Class I # C11681 are confirmed to fit your 2016 Honda Accord. They will both use the same existing holes in the vehicle's frame for a no-drill installation and they also feature the same towing and tongue weight capacities.
As you mentioned in your question, Curt does require that a stabilizing strap # 18050 be used with their hitch for non-trailer loads like bike racks or cargo carriers. This is a requirement that Curt puts on all of their Class I, Class II, and some Class III hitches. It does not indicate a weaker hitch but is simply an extra precaution that Curt takes to help eliminate the movement that a hitch-mounted accessory endures during travel.
I have attached an installation video on your Honda Accord that you can use for reference.
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- For Towing
- Class I
- 200 lbs TW
- 2000 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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