Why Can't Curt Hitches be Used with Vertical Bike Racks

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I noticed on Curts website they now have this warning: Not compatible for use with vertical hanging bicycles bike racks that require the bicycles to be hung / mounted vertically Could you explain exactly what the compatability issue is?

asked by: Noah

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Hey Noah, so the vertical bike racks like the Thule Revert # TH73VA are so tall they end up putting quite a bit more leverage and torque on the hitch they are installed in. This is why Curt doesn't want you to use them with their hitches like the part # C36RV that you referenced. Years ago Curt didn't want anyone carrying a bike rack with their hitches unless a stabilizer strap was going to be used to but they eventually relaxed on that. Do you have a hanging bike rack?

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Hi Gary, You do not have to replace the lower trim panel with a brand new panel on your 2024 Kia EV9 when installing the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C36RV. You do need to temporarily remove the panel and trim it so the receiver of the #C36RV has a…

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Answer 2

Hey Katie, The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C36RV is going to be the best option for your 2024 Kia EV9 based both on the quality and the price. Curt tends to have the most consistent welding on their hitches so you can be confident the hitch is going…

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Answer 3

Hey Robert, Yep, it sure is; I can verify for you the Curt trailer hitch for your 2025 Kia EV9 does indeed have a hidden crosstube so only the receiver is going to show. I added a photo for you below of the hitch on an EV9 so you can see. I also…

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Answer 4

Hey Christian, I checked around and it looks like the OEM hitch that you can get with your Kia EV9 is identical to the Curt #C36RV so the bumper cover should fit fine. If you have any other questions, please feel free to drop a comment and let me…

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Answer 5

Hey Roberto, yes the Curt Hitch part #C36RV is a confirmed fit for your 2024 Kia EV9 long range. Were you planning on doing some towing?

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Answer 6

Hey Troy! I went ahead and attached the installation instructions for the #TS64ZR as pictures below. You will have to lower the underbody panel, lower the exhaust, and remove/drill holes in the heat shield for installation. Most of the hitches for…

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Answer 7

For the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4" #C12172, there really isn't a solution other than to use a torque wrench. Without torqing the necessary bolts to the manufacturer specs, you void the warranty and can have…

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Answer 8

For your Yakima OnRamp Bike Rack #Y96FR that has the 1-1/4" hitch tube you will need the Replacement Tongue Assembly #Y99TR. This will replace your hitch tube and give you a 2" hitch tube for mounting your bike rack. The Replacement Tongue…

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Answer 9

The bolt that comes with the #Y8890185 is the same as the #Y8890176. The bolt is a 1/2"-13 bolt that is 4.28" long with 2.5" of threads.

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Answer 10

You are right, I pulled both the part #Y8890185 and the #Y8780022 from our warehouse and the only difference is the additional flat washer that is in the #Y8890185.

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Answer 11

There is only one version of the SwingDaddy introduced in 2008. There was a product called the BackSwing from 2004 to 2007 and the FullSwing from 2004 to 2008 (the SwingDaddy then replaced the FullSwing). For the BackSwing or FullSwing you would need…

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Answer 12

Hey Diane! You will not have to cut the bumper of your 2025 Subaru Forester to install the TowSmart #TS64ZR. The same is true for the etrailer #e83ZR you looked at. I would personally get the etrailer hitch since it will save you some money and I…

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