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Originally Posted by Entropy
Nice work. I like that hitch because it doesn't require cutting into the bumper. I may have to pick one up this summer when I'll be towing my E46 around.
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If you don't want to cut the bumper, why not get an Execuhitch?
http://execuhitch.com/tow-hitches/
Rather than the standard 2" receiver, there is one mounted vertically in front of the rear valence. So you insert a U- Shaped hitch ball mount. When not in use, you see nothing. OK, perhaps just a glimpse of the tab on the flap covering the electrical connection. No big cut out in the bumper, although you do need to make a tiny cut-out about the size of a quarter on the bottom edge of the rear valence to clear part of the electrical connector.
I have used one for several years on my X5 with great results. As a bonus, its rated to 7,700 lbs with the V8 X5 4.8i, slightly more than the factory hitch. The downside is cost; it's one of the more costly options. Also, you can buy a bike rack from them that goes directly into their round vertical mount. You can also buy an adapter which gives you a 2" receiver, so you can use some other bike rack. They will also sell you the factory harness if you want.