Recommended Trailer Hitch for a 2016 Honda CR-V using a Motorcycle Carrier

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Hello, looking for hitch for 2016 Honda Crv lx Awd 2.4 l engine. looking to install a motorcycle carrier Black Widow SMC-600R weight is 97 lbs. will have a 2002 Honda shadow 600c on carrier weight of motorcycle is 452 lbs. could you recommend the best hitch for this situation thanks R. Johnson

asked by: Robert J

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Hey Robert, sweet ride! My buddy also had a Shadow that he painted black and he chopped the pipes, it was pretty cool. But for a hitch I'd suggest going with the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 75742.

This hitch has a nice, beefy, 675 lb tongue weight capacity which is going to be plenty for your carrier and your bike. This hitch also has a nice 4,500 lb capacity which is also great incase you ever found yourself wanting to tow a small trailer in the future.

Feel free to let me know in the comments if there is anything else I can do for you!

expert reply by: Bryce D

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Robert

1/27/2025

Bryce D I appreciate the information very helpful, thanks for your time and trouble.

Bryce D.

1/28/2025

@Robert No trouble at all, Robert. If there is anything else you need help with please feel free to let me know!

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