Recommendation for Transporting 400 lb Motorcycle With 2012 Subaru Impreza WRX

Updated 02/25/2019 | Published 02/23/2019

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EcoHitch Stealth Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"

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Curt Towing Starter Kit for 2" Hitches - 2" Ball - 3/4" Rise, 2" Drop - 7.5K

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

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Erickson Motorcycle and ATV Tie-Downs w Soft Ties and TCS Buckles - 1"x6' - 400 lbs - Qty 2

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Detail K2 Mighty Multi A-Frame Utility Trailer - 7-1/2' Long - 1,640 lbs

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Tow-Rax Removable Wheel Chock w/ Wood Screws - 6-1/2" Wide Tires - Tubular Steel - Black

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Question:

2012 Subaru Impreza WRX. Would there be an issue towing my 400 lb bike with one of the hitch carriers? 2inch receiver to a platform with the bike on it. Only 3 hours all highway no bumps.

asked by: Kurt P

Expert Reply:

The EcoHitch Stealth Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" # 306-X7261 you asked from for your 2012 Subaru Impreza is not compatible with your 400 lb motorcycle with a carrier. This hitch is only rated for a max capacity of 300 lbs. That greatly surpasses the hitch weight capacity and doesn't even include the weight of the motorcycle carrier itself.

Your best option would be to tow a small trailer like the Detail K2 Mighty Multi A-Frame Utility Trailer # K2MMT5X7. For this you will also need the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # C56111 and ball mount # C45534. Then you can use the motorcycle chock # TWSPWM and straps # EM05729 to secure your bike. The tongue weight from a light trailer like this will not overload your vehicle.