What Class Hitch Is Best For A 2019 Subaru Forester

Published 02/05/2020

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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"

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Question:

Hello I’m looking for a hitch for a bike rack and I needed to know what class hitch I should get. I have a 2019 Subaru Forrester. How much does this hitch weigh? For 2 or 3 bikes can I do a class 1 hitch? Thank you

asked by: Juan

Expert Reply:

The maximum tongue weight capacity for the 2019 Subaru Forester is 150 lbs so even with a higher capacity hitch, you are stil limited to that total weight of bike carrier and your bikes themselves so that is a key consideration.

Yes, you can use a Class I or Class II hitch but you are ultimately limited to the maximum tongue weight the Forester. A Class II would not be recommended to be clear. The net weight of the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C12198 is 30lbs.

A bike rack like the Kuat Transfer V2 Bike Platform Rack # KU24FR weighs 51lbs so you could still carry 3 bikes of 30lbs each as an example.

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expert reply by: Patrick R