Thanks! I've always paid my local bike shop to do this. Don't think that I'm brave enough to tackle removing those body parts. You made it look easy. 👍
I was surprised myself at how easy it was, once you remove the fasteners. 2 people are very helpful for the removal. But having a trusted shop is an excellent choice also. Thanks for watching!
you make it look easy to install. but my mind says otherwise lol. thanks for the video and i do hope you have more videos on accessories and i would like to see how the running boards installed. thanks!
The Curt 2” hitch is a much easier install for the 2023 crv this must be a hitch for the hybrid model cause I just put a hitch on my sport and didn’t have to remove bumper or anything. I fishwired bolts into Frame and away I went. Harness was plug and play.
@@kingbondo5249 c13397 hitch/ c56370 wiring direct bolt on hidden hitch/plug and play wiring. Don’t have to remove bumper or any of that. Video to install on their website aswell. Cheers 2022 same as 2023 for video
@@jaysaunders2020 1 7/8” is the size of the ball. Can you show me where you see the receiver is 1 7/8” ? It looks like a 2”. Where did you find this information, thanks 👍🏽🔓
You're steering wheel have to be heated before having the button in there so the whole thing needs to be replaced you can't just add the button to it lol.
i would never expect to have to cut the body on a OEM hitch .. i was supposed to buy a new oem hitch tomorrow now ill buy a aftermarket instead honda should have done better on this one
It is done to allow the hitch to be tightly tucked up under and it is marked appropriately. In any case, I'm just glad that you were able to identify features that are important to you and it helped avoid missed expectations after the purchase. Thanks for watching!
Just had my a hitch on my 2024 CRV Hybrid Sport installed. The tongue isn't straight making my new bike rack crooked. The installer told me it's impossible for the hitch NOT to be straight as it's bolted to the frame. Additionally the rear plastic bumper wrap around has not been fully reattached so it is bowing out in the back. The installer says the only way to fix that is to cut the plastic. Anyone had these problems?
Can you confirm if this was the Honda OEM hitch or an aftermarket product? If OEM, the only way for it to not be “square” is if a part was manufactured wrong, which would have also made it nearly impossible to assemble, as you can see in the video, for all the bolts to line up, each part has to be accurately positioned. The only part that gets cut for the OEM hitch is the lower, center, underneath, as shown in video. Give us some more details and we will try to help. Thanks for watching!
Thanks so much. I've read the instructions and didn't feel like doing this myself since you have to cut out the parts for the left and right stay brackets, but it looks much easier using the drill bits like you did. Does your trailer hitch show 1,000 lbs max weight? The gas models are capable of up to 1,500 lbs. My hitch shows 1,000 lbs but apparently the hitch is the same for hybrid models and gas models, so I could do up to 1,500 lbs with it.
@@zoomgas2803 Thanks for the reply! I have the EX-L as well. Honda said I will be fine to pull 1,500 lbs with mine, since the hitch is the same for all models. What size drill bit did you go up to to drill out the pieces where the left and right stay brackets go? My set only goes up to 1/4", might need to pickup a bigger bit.
I’m not handy at all so I was going to try to do it at U-Haul hitch installation garage. Some people have said that U-Haul will say the kick sensor won’t work afterwards some say it does. Is there any reason why it shouldn’t still work on a 2023 Honda CRV? I don’t wanna go there if they tell me it’s not going to work. Thx!
Hi, Even if you make it easy I don't dare to do this myself. I wonder, how can I find someone that can do it in my area (21043). Someone that has done it several times before.
What size receiver comes with this hitch? One of your commentators referred to it as a 1 7/8”, which is a ball size not the receiver? Is it a 2”? Thanks for post this great diy video. Kudos Paul 🤙🏽
Follow up question. Yesterday I finished up with this installation and it looks great. Thanks again for your helpful video presentation. My question is now I have a brand spanking new rear impact bar and brackets, (noted in the video as the sub-frame) what do you do something like that? Any suggestions. Thanks
Update: having a hitch for the bike rack really helps the sport touring model utility & vibe. Driving to nice rides around Acadia National Park this summer sealed the question, is this really worth it. Oh yeah it does! Thanks ZoomGas.
What is the name/part number of the aluminum subframe that was taken off at 3:14? I am taking OFF the factory hitch... i guess I need to put that part back on after?
Yes, that is the OEM hitch, part numbers in the description. Yes it is a lot of steps, but fits under very nicely and has been working well for last year. Thanks for watching!
@zoomgas2803 Thanks for responding. I mean, I did see the red Honda label on the box, but was perplexed as to the steps. Normally, factory installs at2 designed so that customer doesn't have to cut or modify but this one is different😆 Would you know the maximum rating that this hitch can handle? My ebike is just over 100lbs 😧
@zoomgas2803 So, the Honda hitch itself rated weight capacity is 100 lbs and your bike rack is 200lbs? Doesn't make you nervous with all the bouncing that at some point the hitch may either brake or come undone? I'd be nervous exceeding the weight capacity.
The harness details are included in the instructions from Honda, I do not intend to use mine for pulling, just cargo hauler and/or bike rack, so I did not install. Thanks for watching!
I was very nervous putting my brand new beach cruiser on this rack. ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxG6JIgwJhur8_Rg8UeQ3EmePzi_wSncL8 But after reading many reviews I decided to get this one and take a chance. When arrived it was very simple to adjust and put together. I also added spike tape over the metal hooks before securing and tightening the straps, and no scratches. I also purchased the top bar made by the same company so that my cruiser sits straight on the rack without having to turn upside down. Extra bungee cords are used to secure the front wheel from flapping and even piece of mind knowing your bike is secure. Definitely recommend...
Wow! This just convinced me to buy and install an aftermarket hitch. The instructions for a Curt hitch, for instance, are much simpler than this one.
But the Honda hitch installs (cleaner) inside frame; not bolted to bottom, replacing the aluminum box bumper. I don't think the others do.
Thanks! I've always paid my local bike shop to do this. Don't think that I'm brave enough to tackle removing those body parts. You made it look easy. 👍
I was surprised myself at how easy it was, once you remove the fasteners. 2 people are very helpful for the removal. But having a trusted shop is an excellent choice also. Thanks for watching!
Sir you are MVP for making this video!
Thanks for the kind words and for watching!
you make it look easy to install. but my mind says otherwise lol.
thanks for the video and i do hope you have more videos on accessories and i would like to see how the running boards installed. thanks!
Installed Honda hitch. Now to figure out wire connector routing from inside and safety chain hookup.
The Curt 2” hitch is a much easier install for the 2023 crv this must be a hitch for the hybrid model cause I just put a hitch on my sport and didn’t have to remove bumper or anything. I fishwired bolts into Frame and away I went. Harness was plug and play.
Thanks for the feedback. This is the OEM hitch for all the models, the one shown is a petro EXL model. Thanks for watching!
Well that’s a lot of more work involved in that little 1 7/8 factory hitch compared to the 2” Curt class III hitch
Can i get the exact Curt hitch u used? The part number?
Thanks have great day
@@kingbondo5249 c13397 hitch/ c56370 wiring direct bolt on hidden hitch/plug and play wiring. Don’t have to remove bumper or any of that. Video to install on their website aswell. Cheers 2022 same as 2023 for video
@@jaysaunders2020 1 7/8” is the size of the ball. Can you show me where you see the receiver is 1 7/8” ? It looks like a 2”. Where did you find this information, thanks 👍🏽🔓
Please do an instal for the heated steering wheel button.
You're steering wheel have to be heated before having the button in there so the whole thing needs to be replaced you can't just add the button to it lol.
Any thoughts on doing a rear turn signal upgrade to LED?
Great video! Do you know or have you heard anything about a hitch install on a 2023 Honda CRV Hybrid Sport? Thank you.
It is the same part. The only difference is the way that you cut out the rear bumper rack and the lower plastic cover. Thanks for watching!
i would never expect to have to cut the body on a OEM hitch .. i was supposed to buy a new oem hitch tomorrow now ill buy a aftermarket instead honda should have done better on this one
It is done to allow the hitch to be tightly tucked up under and it is marked appropriately. In any case, I'm just glad that you were able to identify features that are important to you and it helped avoid missed expectations after the purchase. Thanks for watching!
Well done, when their in stock, I’ll order one.
www.buyhondapart.com/oem-parts/honda-trailer-hitch-08l923a0100 Shows 1 left and their shipping charge is usually very reasonable. Thanks for watching!
Now I’ll wait for your install on running boards.
Just had my a hitch on my 2024 CRV Hybrid Sport installed. The tongue isn't straight making my new bike rack crooked. The installer told me it's impossible for the hitch NOT to be straight as it's bolted to the frame. Additionally the rear plastic bumper wrap around has not been fully reattached so it is bowing out in the back. The installer says the only way to fix that is to cut the plastic. Anyone had these problems?
Can you confirm if this was the Honda OEM hitch or an aftermarket product? If OEM, the only way for it to not be “square” is if a part was manufactured wrong, which would have also made it nearly impossible to assemble, as you can see in the video, for all the bolts to line up, each part has to be accurately positioned. The only part that gets cut for the OEM hitch is the lower, center, underneath, as shown in video. Give us some more details and we will try to help. Thanks for watching!
@@zoomgas2803 Aftermarket hitch. Thanks for the reply.
Thanks so much. I've read the instructions and didn't feel like doing this myself since you have to cut out the parts for the left and right stay brackets, but it looks much easier using the drill bits like you did.
Does your trailer hitch show 1,000 lbs max weight? The gas models are capable of up to 1,500 lbs. My hitch shows 1,000 lbs but apparently the hitch is the same for hybrid models and gas models, so I could do up to 1,500 lbs with it.
I have the EX-L (gas only) and the hitch sticker says 1500 lbs maximum trailer weight and 150 lbs maximum tongue weight. Thanks for watching!
@@zoomgas2803 Thanks for the reply! I have the EX-L as well. Honda said I will be fine to pull 1,500 lbs with mine, since the hitch is the same for all models.
What size drill bit did you go up to to drill out the pieces where the left and right stay brackets go? My set only goes up to 1/4", might need to pickup a bigger bit.
@@ZiggieHood it was like a 3/8” bit.
Thinking of adding exhaust tips?
Which ones you think would look the best?
FYI I did not have to make any cuts in the plastic protective cover for my 2024 CRV Hybrid Sport
I noticed the cut area for hybrid was a smaller spot and wondered if it would or would not interfere with anything. Thanks for sharing!
There no need to remove bumper I bought my hitch at uhaul all I did was drop the mufflers that’s it I was done in 40 mins
I’m not handy at all so I was going to try to do it at U-Haul hitch installation garage. Some people have said that U-Haul will say the kick sensor won’t work afterwards some say it does. Is there any reason why it shouldn’t still work on a 2023 Honda CRV? I don’t wanna go there if they tell me it’s not going to work. Thx!
The factory instructions cover how to handle the kick sensor. The EX-L that I did the install on does not have the kick sensor. Thanks for watching!
One more question - is this a 1.25” hitch? Thank you!
Correct, it is. Thanks for watching!
Hi, Even if you make it easy I don't dare to do this myself. I wonder, how can I find someone that can do it in my area (21043). Someone that has done it several times before.
Glad your going to do it, go to your local rv trailer center, they will typically do hitch installs. Thanks for watching!
Do you need to disconnect negative wire from car battery?
Always a good idea when you are doing something that is connecting/disconnecting electrical items on the vehicle. Thanks for watching!
As a product development manager/engineer. Whoever designed it this way should be fired 😂
What size receiver comes with this hitch? One of your commentators referred to it as a 1 7/8”, which is a ball size not the receiver? Is it a 2”? Thanks for post this great diy video. Kudos Paul 🤙🏽
It is an 1 1/4” receiver, not a 2”. Thanks for watching.
Thanks I couldn’t find that anywhere. ✅
Follow up question. Yesterday I finished up with this installation and it looks great. Thanks again for your helpful video presentation. My question is now I have a brand spanking new rear impact bar and brackets, (noted in the video as the sub-frame) what do you do something like that? Any suggestions. Thanks
@@ukulelelearning1595 good money from recycling or find someone that has had an oops…. :)
Update: having a hitch for the bike rack really helps the sport touring model utility & vibe. Driving to nice rides around Acadia National Park this summer sealed the question, is this really worth it. Oh yeah it does! Thanks ZoomGas.
What is the name/part number of the aluminum subframe that was taken off at 3:14? I am taking OFF the factory hitch... i guess I need to put that part back on after?
Not sure, but I have kept mine and will sell to you if your interested. Let me know.
The hitch beam replaces the bumper beam; keep it and the 6 bolts if the hitch is ever taken off.
Is that a Honda factory hitch ? Seems like a lot of modification for being a factory Honda hitch.
Good video instruction!
Yes, that is the OEM hitch, part numbers in the description. Yes it is a lot of steps, but fits under very nicely and has been working well for last year. Thanks for watching!
@zoomgas2803 Thanks for responding. I mean, I did see the red Honda label on the box, but was perplexed as to the steps. Normally, factory installs at2 designed so that customer doesn't have to cut or modify but this one is different😆 Would you know the maximum rating that this hitch can handle? My ebike is just over 100lbs 😧
@@osos231says 100 lbs. I have a heavy duty 4 bike rack that I use, and it is easily 200 lbs plus weight the 4 bikes, no issues.
@zoomgas2803 So, the Honda hitch itself rated weight capacity is 100 lbs and your bike rack is 200lbs? Doesn't make you nervous with all the bouncing that at some point the hitch may either brake or come undone? I'd be nervous exceeding the weight capacity.
@@osos231I am looking at the gauge of the tube and the welds and have high confidence that it is well engineered for 200 lbs plus
Can this installation be don to the hybrid sport? I understand that the battery is back there…
Yep, just has a few additional items in the Honda instructions to follow. Thanks for watching!
There are a lot of hybrid CRV's, it would be nice to see a video on hybrid install of hitch...
@@zoomgas2803
Is this trailer hitch compatible with 2023 crv hybrid? The site I tried to buy is showing compatibility only for non hybrid. Anybody can comment?
Honda OEM hitch that is in the description is compatible w both. Thanks for watching!
how install wiring harness??
The harness details are included in the instructions from Honda, I do not intend to use mine for pulling, just cargo hauler and/or bike rack, so I did not install. Thanks for watching!
I was very nervous putting my brand new beach cruiser on this rack. ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxG6JIgwJhur8_Rg8UeQ3EmePzi_wSncL8 But after reading many reviews I decided to get this one and take a chance. When arrived it was very simple to adjust and put together. I also added spike tape over the metal hooks before securing and tightening the straps, and no scratches. I also purchased the top bar made by the same company so that my cruiser sits straight on the rack without having to turn upside down. Extra bungee cords are used to secure the front wheel from flapping and even piece of mind knowing your bike is secure. Definitely recommend...
Yes, it is well constructed! Thanks for watching!
Great video! Can I find you on IG?
Great video! Can I find you on IG?