When using any website Fit Guide, there may be more options to choose from to get the correct fit for your vehicle. Our website shows that you can either select Wagon or Sedan even after you have put in the Year, Make, and Model. If a Vehicle Style is not selected, its shows the Confirmed Fit for your vehicle, and slightly below states "Wagon". Saris has confirmed that the Bones 2 will not fit with the BMW 5 Series Sedan from 2018 and newer since there is not enough space for the rubber... view full answer...
When folded, the distance from the center of the hitch pin hole to the closest part of the carrier is edge is 7-1/2 inches for the 20x48 Reese Cargo Carrier # 6502. view full answer...
Yes, we do have foam pads that will fit around your Rhino-Rack Heavy-Duty Roof Rack Crossbars # RB1250 and allow you to carry your surf board.
You can use the Rhino-Rack Crossbar Pads w/ Tie-Downs # RRRWP04. These pads will fit your HD crossbars. I have included a picture from the instructions manual that shows this as a fit. view full answer...
You do not need the XADAPT kit. Since the Thule AeroBlade Edge Roof Rack # TH7603-TH7604 for your 2012 BMW 5 Series has the T-Slots you will just use the included T-track hardware to mount the Thule ProRide XT Roof Bike Rack # TH598004. view full answer...
The distance between the Inno roof rack crossbars on center is 660 mm/26 inches which is pretty close to what you need so the part numbers # INXB130-2, # INXS250, and # INK403 could maybe work, but it depends on how exact you need it to be to 27.5 inches. view full answer...
There is one option for a trailer hitch receiver that fits a 2018 BMW 530e, which is from Stealth Hitches, and is the following part number:
- Stealth Hitches Hidden Rack Receiver # SH24VR
This is a completely hidden hitch that has a removable receiver so it doesn't look like a hitch is installed at all. Keep in mind the 2 inch receiver of the # SH24VR is for use with accessories like a bike rack only, and not for towing. view full answer...
According to Stealth Hitches their Hidden Rack Receiver # SH24VR will fit all trims for your 2021 BMW 5 series including your M550i. If you will be doing any trailer towing you will need the Towing Kit # 391CONVA5. We also have it available as a package with the # SH93VR. view full answer...
The Thule Gateway Pro 2 Bike Rack - Trunk Mount - Adjustable Arms Item # TH88VR will fit BMW series 5 sedan models from 2020-2022.
Apart from BMWs, the Thule Gateway Pro 2 fits a lot of vehicles. If you want me to check a particular make and model, I would be happy to confirm if it will fit. view full answer...
The Thule Passage 3, # TH911XT, will fit the 2012 BMW 5 series. However, on any vehicle you should not attempt to open the trunk with the bike rack attached because it is not rated for the extra weight and it can also cause the trunk to fall on you. It also affects how the rack attaches to the vehicle.
Provided that you do not attempt to open the trunk with the rack attached it should not have any effect on the trunk release. I have included a link to the installation instructions.
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The Curt trailer hitch # C11498 is listed as a fit for all sedan models of the 2009 BMW 5-series so that would include your 535xi with xDrive. I have included a link to a video showing an example installation of this hitch for you.
If you want to use the hitch for an accessory such as a bike rack or cargo carrier then you have to make sure the accessory is rated for use with a Class I trailer hitch. Also, with a bike rack, you are limited to 2 bikes maximum on a Class I hitch. For a compatible... view full answer...
The Thule OutWay 3 Bike Rack, # TH56BV, will fit on your 2011 BMW 535 as long as it is a sedan model and not a wagon. This is one of our most popular bike racks. It is the easiest to install and includes the locks for both the rack and the bikes instead of selling them separately. I have attached the installation instructions and a video review of this bike rack for you to check out.
If you have a wagon model, then you will want to use a 2 bike trunk mounted bike rack like the Thule... view full answer...
I have a great solution for you. I confirmed with Thule that the Thule OutWay Platform Trunk Bike Rack for 2 Bikes # TH65JV is not confirmed to fit your 2016 BMW 5 Series GT.
However, for a hitch rack that fits your 2016 BMW 5 Series GT, I recommend the Kuat Sherpa 2.0 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes # SH22G. The Kuat Sherpa 2.0 is a top-of-the-line hitch rack that will give you a nice clean look with your BMW. In addition, the Sherpa comes with included locks to deter theft.
If you need a hitch... view full answer...
I checked with Thule and the Thule OutWay 2 Bike Carrier # TH45JV that you referenced is confirmed to fit your 2008 BMW 5 Series.
As long as you do not overload the carrier you should have no problem preventing your trunk lid or bumper from getting dented. The weight capacity for this carrier is 66 lbs. Also, it is recommended that the rack get removed when not in use. With that being said, deformation of the bumper could still happen although unlikely.
Aside from that I would just avoid... view full answer...
The only available hitch for the 2006 BMW 5 Series is the # C11498 Curt Class I Receiver Hitch. Unfortunately this is not a confirmed fit for your wagon, only the sedan. Regardless of that fact, the Class I hitch would have been limited to 2 bikes and you need to carry 3.
Since there is not an available hitch I recommend using a trunk bike rack. The # SA803 Saris Bones EX 3 Bike Rack is a confirmed fit for your 2006 BMW 5 Series Wagon. It has anti-sway cradles with ratcheting straps that... view full answer...
The installation of CURT Trailer Hitch, # 11179, will be the same on your 2003 530i as it is in our video of a 2001. What makes this hitch installation time consuming is the fact that you will have to remove the rear fascia and do some drilling. This will have you going back and forth from under the car to the trunk area several times.
I would not say it is difficult, but it will take longer than the average bolt on hitch installation. I have included a link to the video and a link to... view full answer...
The Air Lift AirLift 1000 Air Helper Springs # AL60744 have an outside diameter of 5.38" and a length of 7.5" when un-inflated and ready for installation. They are designed for coil springs with an inner diameter of around 5.5".
I'm not able to track down the inner diameter of the factory coils on your 2001 BMW e39 to confirm a fit, but if you are able to take this measurement (along with its internal height at normal ride height) I will be happy to determine the right air spring kit... view full answer...
The only solution that could work for your 2001 BMW 525i would be to install the Curt Hitch part # C11179 that you referenced and tow a small trailer.
Class I hitches the one for your vehicle not only have too low of tongue weight ratings for carrying a motorcycle carrier and motorcycle, they also do not make any carriers compatible with those hitches.
If you plan on doing some towing, you will need a ball, drawbar and a pin and clip. For a drawbar use # C45510. For a ball use # C40001... view full answer...
You'll want a automatic changeover dual tank regulator like the part # CAM59005 for your two tanks to feed into. This gives you the fuel of basically both tanks without any interuption switching between them. From your tanks to the regulator you'd want pig tails like the part # 10019-24 and then your main feed line would attach to the regulator and you'd be set. view full answer...
Actually, yes, the Thule OutWay platform style trunk mount bike rack, # TH65JV, is not the best option for a vehicle that has a fiberglass or otherwise soft bumper. It is meant more for vehicles that have a metal bumper like some trucks and SUVs.
For your 2008 BMW 5 series I recommend the Thule OutWay hanging style rack # TH45JV. I have the 3-bike version of this rack, # TH56BV, and I have a plastic bumper on my vehicle. I have not experienced any denting or scratching using this rack.... view full answer...
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