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#1 of 9 Trailer Hitch for Honda Fit by cruzitude Sep 02, 2008 (1:16 pm)
Don't laugh, I'm not trying to tow anything with the Fit (though that would look funny!) For my '09 Fit I was hoping to install a 1.25" hitch receiver to mount a bike rack (I do not want a roof rack, nor a 'piggy-back' type of bike rack that clamps to the rear hatch).   I will check auto parts stores for do-it-yourself kits, and if that doesn't pan out I'll check with the local U-Haul to see if they can install a receiver. I'm just curious if anyone here has ever installed a receiver on their Fit, and how they went about it. Replies to this message: brianbrat (Sep 02, 2008 6:43 pm) 26pt2runner (Sep 12, 2008 9:42 am) blufz1 (Oct 25, 2008 6:33 am) bobwinter (Oct 25, 2008 10:03 am)
#2 of 9 Re: Trailer Hitch for Honda Fit [cruzitude] by brianbrat Sep 02, 2008 (6:43 pm)
Replying to: cruzitude (Sep 02, 2008 1:16 pm) I traded in size from a Minivan with a smaller trailer. When I went to get a hitch for the Fit they had to look at the towing specs for the Fit. There are none. The Fit is not designed to tow anything and if you do you can void warranty (I have a 120 k warranty so this was important to me). You can get a tow kit for about $150 plus install (total about 200) and as long as you don't have lights hooked up you should be OK with warranty. This car can do this ok but Honda is just covering it rear end (lawyers have won again)
#3 of 9 Yes, you can get a hitch for the fit by rob22315 Sep 06, 2008 (3:52 am)
I've seen them for purchase from etrailers.com. There are a couple of bike rack threads on the fitfreak forums which have pics of the hitch install and rack install.   The install is supposed to be straightforward so don't pay someone to do it for you. Replies to this message: blackej (Sep 10, 2008 6:05 am)
#4 of 9 Re: Yes, you can get a hitch for the fit [rob22315] by blackej Sep 10, 2008 (6:05 am)
Replying to: rob22315 (Sep 06, 2008 3:52 am) I installed the etrailer drawbar kit #3593 on my 2007 Fit Sport this summer. I have a 1 1/4" Thule bike hitch that I wanted to use. I just drove the right side of the car over the curb so that I would have sufficient clearance for me to get under the car. It took me less than 30 minutes to install. Not a big deal. Just remember to purchase some red or blue lock-tite to insure that the newly installed bolts do not vibrate loose. It was easy.
#5 of 9 Re: Trailer Hitch for Honda Fit [cruzitude] by 26pt2runner Sep 12, 2008 (9:42 am)
Replying to: cruzitude (Sep 02, 2008 1:16 pm) We ordered a 2009 Fit and hope to take delivery in a couple of weeks. I too would like to install a 1.25" hitch for carrying bikes. There are a number of manufacturers that show 2007/2008 Fit applications, and it does look like it would be an easy install - Hidden Hitch provides installation instructions in pdf format. I do caution you that from what I understand, the 09 Fit arrives with a completely new chassis, so it's likely that a hitch for the first generation Fit may not fit an 09. I'd suggest comparing the installation diagram with the rear underbody of the 09 to see if there is enough similarity to be worth taking a risk buying a hitch intended for the older model Fit. I would assume if you don't actually install the hitch, you should be able to return it in it's original packaging.
#6 of 9 Honda Fit with Hidden Hitch by gary80 Oct 04, 2008 (5:52 pm)
I installed a "Hidden Hitch" brand hitch on my 2007 Honda Fit. It took about 20 min, involved removing and replacing about 5 bolts. It could not have been easier. It comes with the incert to attach the ball and it has the correct rise to get the ball to a standard hight. I tow a 200 pound 8 foot trailer with 300 pounds of blacksmithing equipment on city streets without a problem. The wiring comes as a kit and took about an hour to snake all the wires to the right places. Everything just plugs in. Replies to this message: waynephelps (Feb 28, 2009 9:40 pm)
#7 of 9 Re: Trailer Hitch for Honda Fit [cruzitude] by blufz1 Oct 25, 2008 (6:33 am)
Replying to: cruzitude (Sep 02, 2008 1:16 pm) Pop the front wheel and put the bike inside. Replies to this message: bobwinter (Oct 25, 2008 10:03 am)
#8 of 9 Re: Trailer Hitch for Honda Fit [blufz1] by bobwinter Oct 25, 2008 (10:03 am)
Replying to: blufz1 (Oct 25, 2008 6:33 am) The trailer hitch for the 2009 Fit is available at etrailer,cm Delivery is one to two weeks due to national back order of a new receiver.   Installation instructions are available.
#9 of 9 Re: Honda Fit with Hidden Hitch [gary80] by waynephelps Feb 28, 2009 (9:40 pm)
Replying to: gary80 (Oct 04, 2008 5:52 pm) Gary: Can I trouble you with a question regarding the wiring? Does the Fit have a connector for a wiring harness such as the Curt T-connector? I will appreciate any guidance or info about the wiring kit you used.   I have a 2008 Fit and installed a Hidden Hitch. I plan to buy a 200-lb trailer for hauling kayaks, bikes, or camping gear (maybe another 200-300 lbs of weight). I am glad to hear that the Fit can handle that load without any difficulty.

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