I haven't read through all the threads, so if I am off the mark my bad.... I have had a moto tote for three years. I bought a hitch from Uhaul. Had it double powder coated wrinkle black. I use it to transport my 400lb streatbike with no worries. Tone's hitch is much more subtle and truthfully I like its look nicer but I don't feel it is appropriate for the weight of carrying bike...My moto tote rules. I love it.....P.s. get the through bar spot welded and the integrity gets better. Les twisting. Don't forget that the rack and hitch are prone to loading when at speed. The hitch I have is class 4. Most hitchs are designed for pulling loads not hanging loads.