[hollaben93]

Hello I have a 2011 e90 335xi LCI and am trying to find a tow hitch to install to be able to tow a jetski. I've scoured the forms and internet to no avail. Can anyone point me in the right direction for something that will work for my 335xi or am I SOL? Thanks.

Looks like this one might have worked but a little late to the party lol- https://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1347764

[StradaRedlands]

Originally Posted by hollaben93

Hello I have a 2011 e90 335xi LCI and am trying to find a tow hitch to install to be able to tow a jetski. I've scoured the forms and internet to no avail. Can anyone point me in the right direction for something that will work for my 335xi or am I SOL? Thanks.

Looks like this one might have worked but a little late to the party lol- https://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1347764

Stealth Hitch?
https://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Hit...ID=20115002536

[CTinline-six]

Originally Posted by StradaRedlands

Stealth Hitch?
https://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Hit...ID=20115002536

+1

I have the stealth hitch and have been very happy with it. It's well made and not even visible once the receiver part is removed.

[hollaben93]

Thank you! Looks like Stealth Hitch is the move. Can't believe I didn't find this. Appreciate it.

[POBEP]

I got stealth hitch for my E70 3 years ago.
I DIY-ed installation.
Remote coding was included with price.
Quality was exceptional.
It was pricy for my wallet.
The only regret is that I should off done it years ago.

TIP1: at the time, multiple receiver height options was on the table.
Give stealth hitch a call, make sure you pick one that will work well your jetski trailer.

TIP2: consider this socket instead of one supplied with the kit.
I had to make custom bracket
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00W1O2FQ0/

[ryan stewart]

Originally Posted by CTinline-six

+1

I have the stealth hitch and have been very happy with it. It's well made and not even visible once the receiver part is removed.

Same, mine is the older model back when they were branded differntly, was made in GA and just up the road from me.

Had it for years and have towed my Kendon with my motorcycles all over the place. Car barely even notices it back there.

[CTinline-six]

Originally Posted by ryan stewart

Same, mine is the older model back when they were branded differntly, was made in GA and just up the road from me.

Had it for years and have towed my Kendon with my motorcycles all over the place. Car barely even notices it back there.

Most of my life I have towed with trucks and SUVs. Granted, I don't tow heavy with the car, but I'm surprised how well it tows.

[ryan stewart]

Originally Posted by CTinline-six

Most of my life I have towed with trucks and SUVs. Granted, I don't tow heavy with the car, but I'm surprised how well it tows.

The funny thing is one of my earliest posts online about this car (I dont think it was on this specific forum, or maybe it was an earlier version of software) was this same question about tow hitches. I got attacked by the US people while the Europeans were like "Shit, I tow a 3000lb caravan."

To shut them up I was like, "Well, I also have this 1992 Ford Ranger 2.3, should I use that instead?" And of course all of the yanks said yes, then I pointed out the BMW has a higher weight, higher GVWR, higher rated towing capacity (In Europe, not rated in US), bigger brakes, bigger engine (more tq/HP), higher torque rated transmission, more rubber, etc.

A well sprung trailer properly weighted 60/40 and under 3k (although its rated for that) and youre just fine. A 400lb trailer with 2 400lb motorcycles on springs an a 24" diameter tire is nothing to an E90. Just take it easy and leave extra braking room and youre perfectly fine. She also makes for a sexy tow rig:

[Captain Buumer]

E90 is allowed to tow up to 3968lb (EU regulations). E91 probably little bit more due to heavier car.

Personally i tow ~4400 lb (2 horses) with E90 quite regularly and its handles it with ease.
Hills are not a problem and fuel consumption is about 23 mpg.

[ryan stewart]

Originally Posted by Captain Buumer

Hills are not a problem and fuel consumption is about 23 mpg.

Never done that much behind my car but it surprising how little change in fuel consumption on the highway I have towing (admittedly towing less than half of the capacity).

[Cyril Sneer]

Stealth hitch is a great option if you want to spend the money. If not, this is a perfectly cromulent option for ½ the cost.

https://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Hit...eID=2011303400