Thule

T2 Pro XT - 2 Bike Hitch Rack Add On

I'll Never Buy a Thule Rack Again

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

This extension is horrible and I struggle every time I use it. It's heavy and hard to carry, but that's fine. I'll assume that makes it more sturdy. But there are 2 big issues. The first is with attaching it. You have to line it up just right so it connects to the handle. This seems to get harder every time I attach it and it usually takes me over an hour to actually get it connected. The 2nd big issue is that even when that's connected, it doesn't work right. The handle feels like it jams and won't lift. If my car is facing downhill it never works. If the car is facing uphill or on flat ground it works sometimes. If it doesn't work, I have to get a wrench and help guide it from the inside. There are lots complaints about this if you look on any reviews. You may be lucky and have your be fine. It seems about 3 out of 4 of them are okay. I've had this rack 3 years now and only use it 2-3 times a year. It's not as if it's old. These are just issue due to poor design or manufacturing. I'll also note that I had the older version of this rack about 15 years ago and it worked great. But they seem to have complicated things with this design and there are now common issues with it.

Classic Thule

I bought this extension to help move 4 bikes across the country. It was easy to install and works great as expected. With the extension, the total rake height is quite high when vertical but I have not noticed a major hit to the mpg; and it is notably heavy. That said, it’s very sturdy and should hold up for years.

Great product!

I have the Thule T-2 Pro XTR. Love it. Works great with my carbon fiber frames. Bought the add on when we have extra bikes to bring with us.

Awesome product

Great product, It is easy to use and a good quality Appears to be quite reliable and the locks are very useful. The add on is a must to make your bike rack a family rack ! Well worth the investment.

The Only Way To Transport You Stuff

Thule has been our go-to brand for over a decade and has not disappointed. Thule has allowed us to safely and securely transport our sporting and camping equipment. Protect your investment(s), and purchase Thule to transport your stuff. It's the cheapest insurance going!

Good, but...

Got a two bike and 2 bike extention kit a few years ago. Included illustrated instructions were very poor, had to rely on non-thule reviews to understand what thule was trying to show.. Rack functions on edge of performance window for two bikes, but with 2 bike extension, as reported in another review "the handle doesn't work, even when connected correctly. I can use the handle to move the lock latch a bit, but not enough to toggle the lock. So I have to keep the rack in the down position full-time." Otherwise it is robust and excellent, especially without extension. Help Thule pls!!

HitchSwitch lever hard to pull.

I love the add-on rack but... After taking three hours to install, the HitchSwitch lever handle is very difficult to pull to tilt up and down. I have to use all my strength to pull the lever and it will not snap in place to lock. I have to push the lever down so it would be in the lock position.

Great Add on

We just received our add on and installed the unit. Despite what others have said about fit and build quality ours fit with no issues and works great. The only draw back was the lack of detailed instructions but with the other rack I was able to figure out the wheel attachments. Overall great product.