Availability of a 2 Trailer Hitch for a 2004 Toyota Matrix to Carry a Bike Rack
Published 11/01/2018
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Those straps are ridiculous, but a class II hitch would be easier to adapt for sure. I have a yakima holdup
asked by: Ian L
Expert Reply:
You are definitely on the right track when it comes to not wanting to use an adapter for your bike rack. The only trailer hitches that are a confirmed fit for your 2004 Toyota Matrix have 1-1/4" receivers but if you let me know what bike rack you have I can check to see if there is an adapter that was made specifically for your bike rack (provided that we carry your bike rack).
For your application I recommend installing the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C12221. This trailer hitch requires the use of the stabilizer strap # 18050 for all non-trailer loads per the warranty but the only other option is the Draw-Tite # 24812. I don't recommend going with the Draw-Tite because it has a tab welded on the inside which can prohibit the use of some 1-1/4" accessories.
We do carry hitch receivers expanders like the Brophy # HTAD that allows you to use a bike rack with a 2" shank with a trailer hitch that has a 1-1/4" receiver but this reduces the weight rating of your trailer hitch by 50% so if there is a custom adapter for your bike rack it is definitely the better way to go as it will not reduce any weight ratings.
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- For Towing
- Class II
- 250 lbs TW
- 2500 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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Ian L.
11/1/2018
Those straps are ridiculous, but a class II hitch would be easier to adapt for sure. I have a yakima holdup