Hitch receiver options

BmwGk · 12-27-2018, 12:58 PM

Anyone know if the factory hitch utilizes a different bumper with a cutout for the hitch? I have a 40i M package and exploring my options. Thanks

roadkillrob · 12-27-2018, 01:06 PM

It uses a different diffuser panel with a cutout for the OEM hitch (pic attached). With the F15 it was the same, I did a Curt and it just fit below the bumper instead of needing a cutout which looked a bit cleaner I thought.

BmwGk · 12-27-2018, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by roadkillrob

It uses a different diffuser panel with a cutout for the OEM hitch (pic attached). With the F15 it was the same, I did a Curt and it just fit below the bumper instead of needing a cutout which looked a bit cleaner I thought.

I can't locate it on their site. Did you select X6? Have a part #? Thanks

lemetier · 12-27-2018, 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by BmwGk

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Originally Posted by roadkillrob

It uses a different diffuser panel with a cutout for the OEM hitch (pic attached). With the F15 it was the same, I did a Curt and it just fit below the bumper instead of needing a cutout which looked a bit cleaner I thought.

I can't locate it on their site. Did you select X6? Have a part #? Thanks

M Aerodynamics + Trailer Coupling:

51128099115

Factory Fit Receiver also adds some additional things that aren't included with the accessory installation.

MystroX5 · 12-27-2018, 01:58 PM

Will you loose the kick to open for your tailgate?

PhatBoyG · 12-27-2018, 02:13 PM

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Originally Posted by MystroX5

Will you loose the kick to open for your tailgate?

No kick to open if you have the factory hitch.

roadkillrob · 12-27-2018, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by PhatBoyG

No kick to open if you have the factory hitch.

Ya if you get it from the factory no kick option, if you get it without the hitch you will get kick to open and word is the hidden hitch will allow you to still have kick to open and a trailer hitch, factory hitch it is in the way and requires kick to open to be coded out which is stupid BMW if you are listening - totally stupid. If you are in europe no issues, just the crap US hitch they couldn't seemingly figure out how to make both work.

trev230 · 12-27-2018, 03:22 PM

I just received my hidden hitch system and will be installing soon. It does retain the factory hatch kick feature.

BmwGk · 12-27-2018, 07:26 PM

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I just received my hidden hitch system and will be installing soon. It does retain the factory hatch kick feature.

Do you have a link? I can't enter in my vehicle on their site....no 2019 BMW option yet

m3bs · 12-28-2018, 08:19 AM

I’m getting ready to put one of these on a X3. Seems like a decent option.

https://stealthhitches.com/products/...5-2019-present

BmwGk · 01-01-2019, 06:43 PM

Thanks I've been in contact with them and they've sent me installation instructions. Seems like all these solutions require the bumper to be removed. Something I'm not a fan of doing. If anyone knows of any other solution, please let us know. I'm just looking to fit my 2" bike rack.

trev230 · 01-01-2019, 06:44 PM

I posted a thread yesterday. Just installed mine.

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trev230 Captain 351 Rep 604 Posts Drives: 2022 M5C Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Charlotte, NC iTrader: (0)	I just received my hidden hitch system and will be installing soon. It does retain the factory hatch kick feature.
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m3bs Captain 62 Rep 657 Posts Drives: 95 S54 M3, X5, GT4, GR Corolla Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: North Augusta, SC iTrader: (1)	I’m getting ready to put one of these on a X3. Seems like a decent option. https://stealthhitches.com/products/...5-2019-present
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BmwGk Private First Class 37 Rep 139 Posts Drives: 2019 X5 40i Msport Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: NY iTrader: (0)	Thanks I've been in contact with them and they've sent me installation instructions. Seems like all these solutions require the bumper to be removed. Something I'm not a fan of doing. If anyone knows of any other solution, please let us know. I'm just looking to fit my 2" bike rack.
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