Solution to Carry 3 Bikes on a 2017 Honda Civic

Published 04/09/2022

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

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$199.65

Saris Bones EX 3 Bike Rack - Trunk Mount - Adjustable Arms

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$207.99

Question:

Can this hitch attach to a bike rack to carry 3 mountain bikes on my 2017 Honda civic?

asked by: Mel

Expert Reply:

I have an alternative solution for you, but the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11604 will not allow you to carry a 3 bike rack. The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11604 is a Class 1 hitch and Class 1 hitches can only carry up to 2 bikes. The reason Class 1 hitches can not carry more than 2 bikes is that they cannot handle the additional torque on the frame from the 3rd-4th bike.

Instead you can use the Saris Bones EX 3 Bike Rack # SA803. This is a trunk mount style of bike rack that will allow you to carry 3 bikes. This isn't going to be as convenient of an option because it will involve more effort getting the rack on and off of your Civic, but it will allow you to carry the 3 bikes you are needing to. This will work whether you have a Coupe, Sedan or Hatchback.

expert reply by: Scott S