Can The Swagman XTC-2 Be Used With A Class I Trailer Hitch Receiver On A 2020 Kia Soul

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I have a Kia Soul which only allows for a class 1 hitch. Will the Swagman XTC-2 work with the class 1 hitch? I ask because the Swagman website says it will only work on class 2 and above. Thanks for your help.

asked by: Adam

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I reached out to Swagman and my contact confirmed that the Swagman XTC-2 2 Bike Platform Rack # S64670 will work with a Class I trailer hitch receiver on your 2020 Kia Soul. She mentioned the reason they only show Class II on their website is to make sure customers are conscious to check the tongue weight rating of their vehicle and trailer hitch receiver to ensure they are not overloaded.

If you do not have a trailer hitch receiver for your 2020 Kia Soul yet I highly recommend the Draw-Tite Max-frame Custom Fit Trailer Hitch Receiver # DT25GR which offers a maximum tongue weight rating of 300 lbs, a maximum trailer weight rating of 2000lbs and does not require the use of a support strap when carrying a non-trailer load like the Curt # C67FR. Since the Swagman XTC-2 # S64670 weighs around 30lbs and can carry two 35lb bikes you will be at less than half of the maximum tongue weight the Draw-Tite # DT25GR is rated for.

I included a video of the Swagman XTC-2 # S64670 for you to take a look at.

expert reply by: Samuel C

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Answer 1

For Curt trailer hitch #C11416 for the 2016 Honda HR-V if you have an all wheel drive model then there is no cover, lines, or fascia have to be removed, trimmed, or otherwise manipulated to install the trailer hitch. But on front wheel drive models…

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Answer 2

Hey Robin, The Swagman XTC2 Bike Rack #S64670 installs with a threaded hitch pin which is fine, but can be a bit of a pain in the butt if you're planning on taking it on and off your 4Runner frequently. A LOT of bike racks use this style of pin…

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Answer 3

The Curt Class I hitch, part #C11416 has a shipping weight of 19 pounds. So, the hitch weighs around 16 pounds. If you're planning on using the hitch as a mounting point for a bike rack or a cargo carrier (and you probably are), remember that…

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Answer 4

When considering to put the Swagman Current #S64678 on a class 1 1-1/4 inch hitch, it truly depends on the maximum tongue weight of your hitch. Usually, class 1 hitches have a maximum tongue weight capacity of around 200 pounds. However, I strongly…

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Answer 5

Both Class I and Class II trailer hitches have the same 1-1/4 inch receiever opening, however a Class II hitch will have higher towing and tongue weight capacities. The primary issue with using a Class II accessory in a Class I hitch is that many…

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Answer 6

The great thing about the Swagman XTC2 part #S64670 is that it fits both hitch sizes without requiring additional adapters. Basically the shank of the rack fits a 1-1/4 inch hitch but it also comes with a sleeve type adapter that allows it to fit…

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Answer 7

The Swagman XTC-2 2-Bike Platform Rack part #S64670 is only rated for use on Class II and above per Swagman. The next most similar cost effective option we have that is class I compatible is the Curt 2 Bike Platform Rack part #C18085.

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Answer 8

The reason that you can't use a Class II adapter in a Class I hitch receiver is that most Class I hitch receivers have a lip or stopper that keeps you from using the longer shank of the Class II adapter in the lower capacity Class I hitch. You…

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Answer 9

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 10

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 11

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 12

Hey Andrew! Yes, Furrion does have a Chill Cube model with a heat pump. This was actually just released for aftermarket sale. You will need a complete system to make the switch, new R32 units aren't backwards compatible with old R410A systems.…

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