Availability of Hitch Extender with 500 lb Tongue Weight Capacity

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Hello, Im looking for a hitch extender about 7 inches that will be used with a motorcycle carrier that carries a 400 lb motorcycle. Could you please recommend a hitch carrier with a 500 lb tongue weight limit so I might have some wiggle room? I see the RM-071-1075 has a 400 lb limit. Is there a model with a 500 lb limit as well? I have a hitch tongue limit of 1000 lbs. Thanks in advance.

asked by: Alan

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Expert Reply:

Hey Alan, so the only hitch extender we offer that has the capacity you are wanting is actually 14 inches long and is the Gen-Y part # GY89SR. We don't have any that are 7 inches.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

You could use the Masterlock Padlock set part #ML4683Q to lock the threaded hitch pin of the Roadmaster Anti-Rattle Hitch Extender part #RM-071-1075 that you are interested in. You'd just need to use the lock in place of the cotter pin. The…

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Answer 2

Yes, since the Anti-Rattle Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock for 2" Hitches #63232 is designed to work with 2" trailer hitches and the Roadmaster Anti-Rattle Hitch Extender for Tow Bars #RM-071-1075 is a 2" hitch accessory, the two will be…

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Answer 3

The Roadmaster Anti-Rattle Hitch Extender #RM-071-1075 comes with the threaded bolt and pin. This threaded hitch bolt does indeed reduce noise and movement inside the hitch receiver, providing a more secure and quiet connection. However, there is not…

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Answer 4

Hey Eric, The hitch extenders that we currently offer for a 2-1/2" receiver tube opening unfortunately max out at 6,000lbs GTW and wouldn't be capable of towing the trailer. You're most likely going to need to upgrade to a TorkLift…

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Answer 5

Hi Steven, Based on your setup, the Roadmaster Anti Rattle Hitch Extender part #RM-071-1075 could potentially give you the additional clearance you need between the bike rack and tow bars, but I want to make sure we get this right before recommending…

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Answer 6

Hey Joseph, while I don't know what year Toyota Sienna you have the ones I looked up online all seem to have a pretty standard rear door like what we know the Thule ReVert part #TH73VA would work with and allow to open so I would assume it would…

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Answer 7

Hey Steeve, when the Thule Revert bike rack part #TH73VA is folded down you'd have some access to the rear doors being open but would not be able to fully open the doors. This rack is perfectly compatible with Gravel bikes as well. Same as the 6…

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Answer 8

Since your hitch extension is going to have a hallow shank I would recommend the anti rattle device part #63232. This will work great as a way to reduce the movement in the hitch and extender. Check out the review video I attached as well.

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Answer 9

Thanks for reaching out Rich, surely understand your concern. Bikes or the bike rack contacting your vehicle is never a good thing. For your 2026 Kia Sportage, the Curt hitch #C94WR is going to be a solid choice, especially for bike rack clearance.…

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Answer 10

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 11

Yes, it will work. You'll just need to cut the Lance 6-pin connector out and rewire it into the etrailer Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit w/ Junction Box and RV Style Connector item #e99011. Here are the individual functions of that Lance 6-pin:…

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Answer 12

Hey Rafael, if you wanted to use the Gen-Y Shank for Gen-Y Adjustable Ball Mount #325-GH-505 as a high-low adapter with your Blue Ox Apollo tow bar you certainly can as that's what it was meant for plus it has a 16k towing capacity. What are you…

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