[tflaherty1]

First, take a look at my pics. I bought a Sears Sport CAV15 and it fits well (after some minor mods). The SV20 would probably fit even better. The Curt 13555 2" hitch is solid - no complaints....I only use it to transport bikes with my Yakima DD4. If you get a smaller hitch, likely you'll restrict how many bikes you can transport.

 

[tflaherty1]

thanks. I looked at your picture - very informative. did you buy the honda factory roof rack? did the dealer put it on?

ALso, what is your driving experience w/ your V loaded down w/ 4 bikes and 15 cubic feet of stuff upstairs and presumably 4 people in the cabin?

How does the V drive and does it accelerate adequately when so weighed down?

do you have some sort of towing packed installed? I saw a ref on the accessories site about that , but I have not seen such a package being sold.

Roof rack is factory, but I put it on (easy - 20 minutes). Took a 1600 mile round trip in July - the V was loaded - 4 adults, cargo carrier on roof, 3 bikes. Power and mpg was slightly less/lower than with no load - averaged about 25mpg, instead of 29. Ride was fine.