Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver for 2018 Kia Soul for Motorcycle Carrier

Updated 12/01/2020 | Published 11/28/2020

Question:

Hello, I have a 2018 Kia Soul that I am trying to purchase a hitch for. I want to tow a carrier with my cbr300r which weighs approximately 365lbs. But it looks like all the tongue capacity are 200-350lbs. Can I use the carrier with the cbr or do i have to trailer it? But I also have a crf 100 that weighs about 175 and the carrier I would like weighs around 50lbs I’m thinking that should be safe with the carrier correct? Also I am leaving towards the eco hitch cause I’m the video it says 350lb tongue weight but your webs site says 200lb. Can you please verify this?

asked by: Marvin A

Expert Reply:

For your 2018 Kia Soul, there is not a trailer hitch receiver from any of our manufacturers rated for the capacity you are seeking for your CBR300r but the CRF100 will be compatible. The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" # 306-X7326 is your best option and is limited to a 300 lb tongue weight maximum. I checked with the manufacturer to confirm this and you should also note the vehicle itself won't be rated high enough for a larger capacity hitch to make any difference. Th EcoHitch's rated tongue weight will be able to carry the 175 lb bike and the 50 lbs carrier without issue.

The 2 inch hitch receiver does offer many options for ball mounts if you decide you want to trailer your CBR or the two bikes at some point.

expert reply by: Jason S