Question:
I recently bought a Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2inch Item# 76018. I purchased a Thule VeloSpace XT3 bike rack German version and need help with finding the right ball mount. The 2inch ball mount does not work. Will the Weigh Safe 180° Hitch 1-7/8” / 2inch Item# WS54FR ball work? Thank you for your assistance.
asked by: Tashi
Helpful Expert Reply:
I have a solution but the Weigh Safe 180 Hitch 2-Ball Mount # WS54FR will not work with this because most European Bike Racks require a 50mm ball to attach to. The two included balls with Weigh Safe ball mount are not the correct size.
You will need a 50mm Hitch Ball # # EH53C-C and a ball mount with a 1" mounting hole like the Draw-Tite Ball Mount for 2" Hitches # 2923. This will allow you to mount your euro-style Thule VeloSpace XT3 Bike Rack to your Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch # 76018 on your 2020 BMW X1.
The ball will need to be installed on the ball mount so please follow the recommended Torque settings in the directions.
Draw-Tite Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 3/4" Rise, 2" Drop - 8-1/2" Long - 7.5K
Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
180 Hitch 2-Ball Mount w/ Stainless Steel Balls - 2" Hitch - 8" Drop, 9" Rise - 8K
50mm Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 8K
