Hitch and Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2012 Mazda 5

Updated 07/21/2014 | Published 07/20/2014

Question:

Hi, This information was included in a previous response... For carrying a bike rack on your 2012 Mazda 5, I would recommend using the Hidden Hitch model, # 60291, if you think you might need to do some towing at some point, because it comes with the correct ball mount, pin and clip. You would need to add a properly sized hitch ball to match the trailer you would be towing though. ..... For a bike rack you will be limited to carrying 2 bikes in a Class I hitch because the distance that additional bikes extend out from the rear of the vehicle will create too much torque for the hitch or vehicle frame. Does that mean I couldnt use a multicarrier bike rack like this w/the Hidden Hitch 60291? TH9029 I have a 2012 Mazda 5 sport and am looking for a bike rack and compatible hitch that is easily removable when not in use and one that swings out of the way easily. Thank you.

asked by: Amy

Helpful Expert Reply:

All of the bike racks available for your 2012 Mazda 5 are Class I hitches which means they would be limited to only carrying 2 bikes.

The best recommendation I could give you would be to get the Hidden Hitch part # 60291 (no longer available) and then use the Swagman Semi 2.0 Bike Rack part # S64686 as it will tilt away to give you the best rear cargo access with bikes loaded we can offer. I attached a review video for you to check out as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C