Using Motorcycle Carrier to Carry Dirt Bike on 2011 Hyundai Tucson

Updated 01/15/2014 | Published 01/14/2014

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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

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$203.50

T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector

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$74.23

1-7/8" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 2,000 lbs

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2" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 7,500 lbs

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Draw-Tite Max-E-Loader Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

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Curt Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 3/4" Rise, 2" Drop - 8-1/4" Long - 7,500 lbs

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Erickson Motorcycle and ATV Tie-Downs w Soft Ties and TCS Buckles - 1"x6' - 400 lbs - Qty 2

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Rack'Em Manufacturing Removable Wheel Chock

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Question:

Hello, I have a 2011 Hyundai Tucson and I am looking to buy a trailer hitch for my dirt bike transportation. I have a couple of questions: 1. What is the difference between Class III and II? 2. Will I be able to transport the dirt bike using a motorcycle carrier? 3. Do you know if my vehicle will support the weight? Maybe you know about another customer experience. Thank you.

asked by: Giorgio S

Helpful Expert Reply:

All of the hitch mounted motorcycle carriers we offer are compatible with a Class III receivers that have a 500 lb or better tongue weight capacity. A Class III receiver will typically have a tongue weight capacity (maximum amount of weight that can safely be suspended from hitch opening) of 350 lbs or greater and a receiver opening that measures 2 inches by 2 inches. A Class II receiver will have a lower tongue weight capacity, usually up to 300 lbs and a smaller 1-1/4 inch by 1-1/4 inch receiver opening.

If you use a Class III hitch like the Draw-Tite # 75717 , your tongue weight capacity would be insufficient to use the carrier. Your best bet would be to obtain a small utility trailer and equip it with a wheel chock and some tie down straps. for a wheel chock, I'd recommend part # RA-17 and # EM05729 tie down straps.

Trailer Wiring Harness, part # 118501 (see linked install video)
Ball Mount, part # C45010
2 Inch Trailer Ball, part # 63845
1-7/8 Inch Trailer Ball, part # 19260