Hitch Bike Rack & Cargo Carrier Guide (Canada)

Hitch accessories

Bike racks and cargo carriers turn a receiver into everyday hauling gear. Match shank size to the tube, stay inside accessory tongue-weight ratings, and decide whether you need the hitch for towing on the same trip.

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Two-bike tray rackCURT 18085$433.93 CADSee the part →

Pick the accessory for the job

Tray bike racks suit mixed frames and e-bikes when ratings allow. Hanging racks pack tighter on lighter bikes. Cargo carriers move coolers, camp totes, and dirty gear outside the cabin. None of them raise the vehicle tow rating, and all of them use tongue weight budget.

Measure bumper-to-rack clearance and hatch swing. Soft straps and ratchet straps both need a mid-trip check. Soft bags catch wind — keep the load low and centered.

Sharing the receiver with towing

If you tow and carry on the same trip, look at a dual receiver or plan a swap. Never exceed the hitch accessory rating even when the class stamp looks generous. Anti-rattle hardware keeps racks quiet on Canadian washboard roads.

Parts we commonly sell

Confirm ratings and fit notes on each product page before you order.

CURT part 18085Two-bike tray rackTray-style rack for two bikes on a matching receiver. Confirm shank size.$433.93 CAD

CURT part 18087Four-bike tray rackTray-style rack for four bikes. Watch tongue weight with e-bikes.$811.93 CAD

CURT part 18153Basket-style cargo carrierHitch cargo basket. Load low and strap it down tight.$256.39 CAD

CURT part 18145Basket-style cargo carrierAlternate cargo basket. Confirm receiver opening.$151.68 CAD

CURT part 22321Two inch anti-rattle kitCuts empty-tube clunk for racks and carriers.$54.92 CAD

CURT part 21500Five-eighths hitch pinPin and clip for everyday two-inch inserts.$12.84 CAD

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Related guides

Tray-style racksPlatform bike racks

Cargo loadingWeight and strap habits

ClearanceHatch and bumper space

Dual receiverCarry and tow together

Anti-rattleQuiet the shank

Towing guides hubAll guides