2011 Dodge Caliber Hitch Installation Instructions and Recommendation for a Bike and Cargo Carrier  

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The Draw-Tite Class I Sportframe Trailer Hitch, # 24769, would be a great choice for your 2011 Dodge Caliber. We have not had any complaints with this hitch, and the installation on your Caliber should be quite easy, see instructions link, as this hitch only requires 4 bolts. We also have a video installation that should prove helpful, see link.

Since you want to carry bikes and a cargo carrier with the hitch, you should know that on a Class I trailer hitch like this one, you are limited to carrying 2 bikes or 200 lbs. You will want to make sure that the bike rack you choose is rated for use on a Class I trailer hitch. The reason you are limited to 2 bikes is because more than 2 bikes puts too much weight too far from the trailer hitch and it cannot handle the torque. For a cargo carrier you will need to consider the weight of the items you wish to carry as well as the weight of the cargo carrier.

For a bike rack, I recommend the Swagman XTC-2, # S64670. This bike rack will fit a Class I hitch, is super easy to load the bikes on and folds compactly for storage. I have included a video review of this rack for you to check out.

For a cargo carrier, the Curt 20x48 Curt Cargo Carrier 1-1/4 Inch and 2 Inch Hitches # C18110, would be a great choice and features a raised shank to provide clearance so the carrier does not drag when entering steep drives or navigating deep dips. We have a video review of this carrier for you to check out also.

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