Thule Apex XT 5 Hitch Bike Rack
A five-bike hanging rack for bikes up to 17kg that fits 32mm (1.25-inch) and 50mm (2-inch) towbar hitch receivers. It tilts for rear access when unloaded, folds when not in use and locks both bikes and rack.
5 Bikes, Hitch mounted
Apex XT 5 hangs five bikes by the frame on fold-down arms, with anti-sway cradles that keep the bikes apart. Each bike can weigh up to 17kg, but the total for all five is 68kg. It fits both 1.25" (32mm) and 2" (50mm) hitch receivers, and the HitchSwitch lever tilts the empty rack down for boot access. A cable lock for the bikes and a locking hitch pin are included.
Features
- Superior bike stability and fit with integrated anti-sway that prevent bike to bike contact and 'disappears' when not needed
- Bikes are safe and secure during transport thanks to 5.5" of spacing between each bike
- Quickly attach bikes and easily secure them to the rack using the ratcheting cradle strap
- Compact cradle design accommodates wide variety of bike sizes/frame styles
- Lock bikes to the rack using the integrated cable lock (lock included)
- Easily fold down bike arms when rack is not in use
- Convenient access to the rear of the vehicle using the HitchSwitch lever to tilt the rack down (with no bikes loaded)
- Easy to carry and handle, thanks to integrated grab handle
- Quick to install and easy to lock the rack to the vehicle due to the tool-free, SnugTite stinger (lock included)
- Easily transfers between 1.25" and 2" hitch receivers
- We provide locks system that reduce the risk of theft but will not constitute a total guarantee against risk of bikes being stolen. For added bike safety we recommend to use Thule Cable lock, Thule Wheel Strap Locks (see accessories section) or any premium high-grade cable lock
- Off-road use. This product is intended for use on public and private roads, including off-roads such as gravel roads, forest service roads and access roads. Refer to definition in the safety instruction