Solution to Use Thule Bike Rack While Flat Towing Jeep Wrangler

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I read somewhere that Thule recommends not putting a T2 Pro XT 2 on your towed vehicle. I will have a 35 motorhome with a 2 door Jeep Wrangler. Is this true that I should not put this bike rack on the Jeep while it is towed by the RV?

asked by: Kevin C

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It is true that you should not use your Thule T2 Pro XTR 2 Bike Platform Rack # TH83JV on your Jeep Wrangler when it is being flat towed. The reason is the amount of movement that far behind your motorhome results in the rack not being stable; this is also why this rack should not be used on the back of a trailer.

What you can do instead is use a dual hitch receiver adapter which will allow you to both flat tow your Jeep and use your bike rack. The correct one will depend on the rise or drop you need, just like when you use a high-low adapter for flat towing. All of these adapters have a have a towing capacity of 10,000 lbs and tongue weight capacity of 400 lbs.

- Roadmaster Dual Hitch Receiver Adapter, 2-1/4" Drop/Rise # RM-077-2

- Roadmaster Dual Hitch Receiver Adapter, 4" Drop/Rise # RM-077-4

- Roadmaster Dual Hitch Receiver Adapter, 6" Drop/Rise # RM-077-6

- Roadmaster Dual Hitch Receiver Adapter, 8" Drop/Rise # RM-077-8

- Roadmaster Dual Hitch Receiver Adapter, 10" Drop/Rise # RM-077-10

I've added a link to a video review of these adapters for you to check out as well as a link to a help article which shows you to measure for the correct rise or drop.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

The best option for you is the Hollywood Rack RV Rider part #HLY64FR that you referenced. It has the clearance to fit past your Jeep spare, is flat-towed approved, and can be used with all of the bikes you mentioned.

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Answer 2

The Air Lift Wireless AIR Compressor System #AL74000 will show an error whenever there is any type of issue with the system. Generally this is an issue with the remote communicating with the system, a blockage, or a leak. I would inspect the…

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Answer 3

The Thule EasyFold XT part #TH903202 is the way to go and what I would recommend. It was designed for alternative frames like your Specialized Como and has a ramp system that pulls out to make loading and unloading easier. The NV can't be used on…

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Answer 4

I have an answer for you. Unfortunately, we currently don't carry any bike ramps that are designed for your Thule T2 Pro XTR #TH83JV. The only thing that would come close would be to purchase something like the Race Ramps Trailer Loading Assist…

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Answer 5

There are some subtle difference between the Kuat Piston Pro Bike Rack for 2 Bikes #KU76ZR and the Kuat Piston Pro X Bike Rack for 2 Bikes #KU98VR. Overall the two racks are very similar, there are just some subtle differences/upgrades on the Piston…

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Answer 6

The Draw-Tite item #DT73QR installs below the bumper. This hitch is perpetually backordered due to Draw-Tite being bought out so I have a way better option for a hitch for your 2023 Lexus RX 350. I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C29VV. This…

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Answer 7

We have some bike racks that will come with and or have the option of adding a ramp, but the Thule T2 Pro XTR Bike rack #TH83JV is not one of them. The ramp #ANVBRB can be used with the Kuat NV 2.0 #BA22B. I used this last week and the ramp works…

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Answer 8

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 9

The Hollywood Racks Destination E Bike Rack item #HLY66ZR extends out to 32-1/2" from the hitch pin hole when folded down and just over 15-1/2" when folded up. I have linked a diagram below so you can see quite a few dimensions of the…

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