We do offer one trailer hitch that is designed to fit your Lexus. I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch, part # C11372. This is a Class l hitch and it has a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. All non-trailer loads like bike racks, cargo carriers and so forth should be supported with stabilizing straps like part # 18050. Failure to properly support these loads will void your hitch warranty from Curt.
The bike carrier I recommend for your Sun recumbent bike is the Hollywood Racks Sport Rider, part... view full answer...
The problem is that your hitch is Class I and you really can't carry more than 2 bikes with it otherwise you'll put undue stress on the hitch.
To carry more than 2 bikes the only safe solution we have would be a roof rack like the Rhino Rack part numbers # RRVA118B-2, # RRRLKVA, and # DK241 so that you can carry bike racks like the MountainTrail # RBC035. view full answer...
For your 2006 Lexus IS 250 there is only one option that we carry, part # C11372. This hitch would do a great job towing a very lightweight trailer and kayak like you referenced as long as the trailer weighs 2,000 lbs or less when loaded and has a tongue weight of 200 lbs or less when loaded. I attached an install video for you to check out as well.
If the trailer requires a 2 inch ball you would want part # C45572 or for a 1-7/8 inch ball part # C45571. For trailer wiring part # C59496.
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The only hitch we offer for your 2011 Lexus IS 250 Sedan is the Curt Hitch part # C11372 which is a Class I hitch with a 1-1/4 inch opening. There is no good way to use a 2 inch bike rack in a 1-1/4 inch hitch. You would have to use an adapter like part # HTAD which would reduce the capacity of the hitch by 50 percent.
2 inch hitches are usually only seen on vehicles with higher capacities like trucks and SUVs.
I know you said you don't want to go with a different bike rack but that really... view full answer...
On the lock cylinder there will be a number stamped on it. With the number you will be able to pick out the correct replacement key to open your cargo box.
For example if you have the key number 2982 you would want the replacement key part # THKEYN2982. view full answer...
It is possible but the only way to safely carry the bike around with your 2006 Lexus IS 250 is to tow it on a trailer. None of the hitch mounted carriers will work with a Class I trailer hitch such as # C11372. I recommend you put your son's bike on a trailer.
In addition to the hitch you will also need the recommended ball mount # C45521 and a properly sized ball to match the coupler on the trailer. For a 1-7/8 inch ball use # 19256 and for a 2 inch use # 19258. And for trailer wiring... view full answer...
The best trunk mount bike rack option for your 2010 Lexus IS 250 is going to be the Thule OutWay # TH56BV. The arms are 6-1/2" - 10-1/2" apart from outside to outside. The padded cradles and rubber straps will gently secure your bike frame. This rack will also fit a 2007 to 2012 Lexus ES series. If you have a different year let me know and I can determine if it will fit.
If you will be carrying any bikes that do not have a top frame bar that goes straight across (like a typical men's... view full answer...
For your 2007 Lexus IS 250 that has the Curt hitch part # C11372 installed on it you are on the right track for finding the correct bike rack.
What I would recommend you do is go with the Kuat Transfer part # KU74FR that you referenced as it will not contact your carbon frame. What you can do is run the stabilizer strap like part # 18050 from your vehicle down to the lower tube of the bike rack. I attached a picture that points out where. Having the strap ran lower like this will still... view full answer...
I spoke with my contact at Curt and he said that they have never test fit their hitch part # C11389 on the F Sport version of the 2014 Lexus IS 250, but we did have a customer come back and send us a close-up picture of the hitch installed on a 2015 F-Sport that I did attach for you to check out. So it looks like it will fit. view full answer...
For your 2008 Lexus IS 250 the best option I would recommend is the Thule OutWay trunk bike rack # TH45JV. The OutWay is the easiest rack to install/remove due to having only 2 retractable cables it uses to attach rather than 6 straps. Since you mentioned it's a women's bike I would recommend a Thule bike adapter # TH982XT (Adapts women's, alternative, oversize and some children's bike frames to fit various bike racks).
And secondly the Thule Gateway Pro # TH78VR. This is a good bike rack,... view full answer...
The Kuat NV 2.0 Base 2-Bike Platform Rack part # BA12B weighs 49 lbs. The weight of this rack and the weight of your bikes cannot exceed the tongue weight capacity of the vehicle. For example, if the bikes weigh 57 lbs each then your total tongue weight is 163 lbs. The tongue weight capacity of class I hitch is 200 lbs so as long as the vehicle is not rated lower, you'll be good to go.
Please note, the Kuat NV 2.0 Base 2-Bike Platform Rack is a wheel mount rack so it's not compatible... view full answer...
I spoke with my contact at ThermaHeat regarding the Heater Pad # 277-000163 that you referenced. He did state that they don't really recommend insulating the pad with foam like what you are describing, as this can potentially affect its function and may interfere with the surrounding wiring as well. The pads are designed to attach directly to the tank.
I have attached a short video demonstration on the heater pad that you can also check out. view full answer...
You have a few options to consider in order to install a bike rack on your 2015 Lexus IS 250. You can use either a trunk mounted bike rack or a hitch mounted bike rack.
For a trunk mounted bike rack, I recommend the Hollywood Racks Expedition 2 Bike Carrier part # HRF6-2 as this is our most affordable option we have available for you. However, you will not be able to access the trunk while this bike rack is installed.
In order to access the rear cargo area, you will need a hitch receiver... view full answer...
A light-duty Class I hitch such as the Curt # C11047 that you recently purchased (thank you for your business) is capable of handling the weight of two bikes, but no more. Even if a given rack can hold 3 bikes, the hitch itself and the point on the vehicle where it attaches do not have the strength to hold more than 2 bikes.
You can use one of the 2-bike hitch mount carriers shown on the link provided. All of these will fit your 1-1/4-inch Class I receiver. I suggest you go with a platform... view full answer...
The Curt hitch part # C11372 has been confirmed as a fit for your 2012 Lexus IS 250 sedan so it would work well for you.
The Thule DoubleTrack TH990XT that you referenced is compatible with Class I hitches like the # C11372. The same goes for the Kuat Sherpa part # SH12G.
The two racks are pretty similar, but the Sherpa is a nicer rack as it will only touch bikes at the tire instead of the frame like the DoubleTrack. This is an especially nice feature if the bikes are carbon framed. view full answer...
I do have some bike rack options that will allow you to carry a 45 lb bike. Unfortunately the vast majority of hanging style bike racks (which tend to be lighter than platform style) cannot support the weight of a 45 lb bike.
Saris has their Freedom # SA4412B 2 bike platform rack which is only 22.5 lbs and can support two 60 lb bikes. Since this is a platform style rack, I believe that it is a good lightweight alternative to the Beta. The only problem with this one that I foresee, yet... view full answer...
For the 2012 Lexus IS 250C convertible we do have a trailer hitch that will fit but # C11372 that you referenced will not fit. The hitch that will fit is # C11047. I have included a link to the installation details for you.
If you plan on doing some towing, first consult the owners manual to make sure the vehicle can tow and for its towing capacity. For a ball mount use # C45522 and pin and clip # PC2. For a ball use # 19256 for a 1-7/8 inch or # 19258 for a 2 inch. And for trailer wiring... view full answer...
As long as your 2013 Lexus IS 250 is not a convertible then the best trunk mount bike rack option is going to be the Thule OutWay # TH45JV for 2 bikes or # TH56BV for 3 bikes.
I own an older version of this rack and it is by far the easiest rack to mount that I have used. It has only 2 rubber coated straps rather than 6 straps like other bike racks. Only 2 attachment points to worry about making it easy to install and remove.
If you do have a convertible then the best rack is going to... view full answer...
I have a great bike rack solution for you. For transporting a 56-pound e-bike on your 2011 Lexus IS 250c (convertible), you will be able to use a bike rack. However, unfortunately, given the specs on how our available Curt Hitch - 1-1/4" # C11047 installs, the 5-3/4" of shank length of the Swagman Current # S64678 is not long enough to clear the rear bumper. Also, even if the shank was long enough, the Current is only rated for Class II 1-1/4 inch hitches. The # C11047 is a Class I hitch... view full answer...
I can tell you how to figure out how far under the rear bumper the hitch opening will be when you install the Curt Hitch # C11047 on your 2011 Lexus IS 250C, but I don't have the exact number you need.
From the install holes of this hitch that are closest to the rear of the vehicle to the hitch opening this hitch measures exactly 5 inches. If you find those holes on your vehicle and then measure 5 inches towards the back of the vehicle you will know exactly where the hitch will end up.... view full answer...
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