{"id":45278,"date":"2019-04-20T08:00:02","date_gmt":"2019-04-20T15:00:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/movinginsider.com\/?p=45278"},"modified":"2019-06-25T10:00:05","modified_gmt":"2019-06-25T17:00:05","slug":"thule-bike-rack-review-t2-pro-xt","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/2019\/04\/20\/thule-bike-rack-review-t2-pro-xt\/","title":{"rendered":"Thule Bike Rack Review: T2 Pro XT"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/movinginsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Untitled-design-23-1024x512.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-45279\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Untitled-design-23.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Untitled-design-23-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Untitled-design-23-768x384.png 768w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Untitled-design-23-640x320.png 640w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking for the best hitch mounted bike rack for your vehicle? Then the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingSupplies\/Bike-Ski-Racks-Ramps\/Two-Bike-Racks\/Thule-T2-Pro-XT-2-Bike-Rack-(Black-2%E2%80%9D-Receiver)\/?id=18280&amp;utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=hitch&amp;utm_content=20190420-thulebikerackreviewt2proxt\">Thule T2 Pro XT<\/a>&nbsp;bike rack may be the perfect choice for you! Known as one of the best hitch racks on the market, this Thule bike rack offers maximum strength, security, user-friendliness, and a straightforward installation and removal process. But before you can snag this incredible rack, your vehicle must have a hitch installed. If you are in need of a hitch installation, head to one of our 1,500 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/Trailer-Hitches\/?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=hitch&amp;utm_content=20190420-thulebikerackreviewt2proxt\">install locations<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn more\nabout the rack\u2019s features, install process and easy use!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Features<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Thule\nT2 Pro XT bike rack has many features that are equipped to handle nearly any\nbike on the market! Check out these awesome design features: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Holds 2 bikes<\/li><li>Compatible with vehicles equipped with 2\u2019\u2019 receiver hitch (also available in a 1 \u00bc\u201c version)<\/li><li>Easy install\/removal of a bike rack with the tool-free AutoAttach system<\/li><li>Load Capacity \u2013 120 pounds (60 pounds per bike)<\/li><li>Wheel Cradle can accommodate: <ul><li>5\u2019\u2019 fat tire bike<\/li><li>Mountain bike tires<\/li><li>Narrow road bike tires <\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>Ratcheting wheel hook with rubber coating holds bikes into place without contacting the frame<\/li><li>Generous spacing between bike mounts<\/li><li>Adjustable Rear Wheel Cradle accommodates multiple frame sizes<\/li><li>Wheel Size: 20\u2019\u2019\u2013 29\u2019\u2019 wheels<\/li><li>Complete locking convenience with an integrated cable lock and lock knob<\/li><li>Bike rack can be folded easily when not in use and tilt away for rear access due to accessible HitchSwitch lever<\/li><li>Sold separately: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingSupplies\/Bike-Rack-Accessories\/Thule-T2-Pro-XT-2-Bike-Add-on-(Black)\/?id=19470&amp;utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=hitch&amp;utm_content=20190420-thulebikerackreviewt2proxt\">Thule T2 Pro XT Bike Add-on<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Install <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Installing\nthe Thule T2 Pro XT bike rack is a very simple process. The only tools you\u2019ll\nneed to attach the system to your vehicle is your hands! Here is a step by step\nprocess on how to install the rack:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Open the pin<\/li><li>Lift the rack<\/li><li>Place rack into the hitch receiver <\/li><li>Once you slide the rack back, you can go ahead and close the pin and it will auto locate, securing the rack into place front to back<\/li><li>Tighten the anti-wobble knob until it is fastened securely<\/li><li>Take the keys provided and lock the rack into place<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Watch this video if you would like a visual of the Thule T2 Pro XT installation process:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Thule T2 Pro XT Rack Review and Demo\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ZV0cjnBm3Ok?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Use a Thule Bike Rack<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Place a palm on the lever and pull the rack out<\/li><li>Lower the rack until it clicks into the bike install position<\/li><li>Open the wheel hook and extend it to its furthest position <\/li><li>Open the wheel ratchet strap<\/li><li>Lift the bike and place a front wheel into the cradle and back wheel into the rear cradle<\/li><li>Lock each wheel with the ratchet straps<\/li><li>Lift the ratcheting wheel hook and secure the front wheel<\/li><li>Secure the wheel hook as close as possible to the fork without making contact to prevent any rubbing.<\/li><li>Once the front wheel is secure, tighten the wheel ratchet strap until the wheel protector is in place. (Make sure you don\u2019t over tighten to prevent damage to the bike) <\/li><li>Feed the cable lock through the frame, then the wheel, and back to the cable, locking it with the key <\/li><li>If you need to access the tailgate, pull the lever and lower the rack<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Tips<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are a\nfew tips that will help you when loading your bicycles onto the Thule T2 Pro XT\nbike rack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If\nyou\u2019re only carrying one bike, keep it in the tray closest to the vehicle to\ngive it more protection.<\/li><li>If\nyou\u2019re carrying multiple bikes, put the heaviest one in the slot closest to the\nvehicle.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you ready to hit the trails? With its custom features and user-friendly installation process, the Thule T2 Pro XT bike rack is a great choice when it comes to transporting your bike(s)!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information about our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingSupplies\/Bike-Racks\/?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=hitch&amp;utm_content=20190420-thulebikerackreviewt2proxt\">hitch bike racks<\/a>, follow us on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/trailerhitches\/\">Facebook<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/TrailerHitches\">Twitter<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ZV0cjnBm3Ok&amp;list=PLVPIpCcAuRxySaY2iRvDnc2gCpTavfHvY&amp;index=3\">YouTube<\/a>.&nbsp; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Looking for the best hitch mounted bike rack for your vehicle? Then the Thule T2 Pro XT&nbsp;bike rack may be the perfect choice for you! Known as one of the best hitch racks on the market, this Thule bike rack offers maximum strength, security, user-friendliness, and a straightforward installation and removal process. 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