Is a Thule bike rack worth it?

Whether you need to transport heavier bikes, including some electric models, or you just want a rack that’s easy to load and store, the Thule EasyFold XT 2 is hard to beat. It’s expensive, but this rack has luxury features that make it one of the best overall models we’ve tested.

Are all bike racks universal?

The only two types of bike racks that will fit all types of cars are roof racks, and hitch racks, however there are some exceptions with this as well. Make sure to know before you buy, if you will need to get a different rack for your car, or additional equipment to make sure your bike rack fits all of your vehicles.

How many bikes should be on a Thule roof rack?

How many bikes can you fit on a Roof Rack? With a Thule roof rack you can usually only fit 1 bike. However with a rear mounted carrier you can carry up to 4.

How does the Thule 963pro Spare Me 2 spare tire carrier work?

Without the ability to be placed atop the rear exterior of the vehicle, bikes may need to go on a roof rack or even monopolize the trailer hitch, both of which could be used for other items. The Thule 963PRO Spare Me 2 Carrier does away with this potential issue by utilizing the mounted spare tire itself to secure the carrier to the vehicle.

Do Thule Spare Me bike racks come with locks?

The Thule Spare Me Bike rack part # TH963PRO and the Yakima Spare Tire part # Y02599 both do come with locks to secure the rack to your spare tire and cable locks to secure the bikes to the carrier. The biggest difference between the two and is only an advantage for some people is that the Yakima can fit on spare tires that are up to 12.

What are the dimensions of the Thule Spare Me 2 spare tire mount?

The Thule Spare Me 2 Bike Rack-Spare Tire Mount-Folding Dual Arm, part # TH963PRO, comes with the standard mounting bracket and a long mounting bracket. The standard bracket is 2-3/4″ in length and the long mounting bracket is 5-1/2″ in length.

Will the Thule Spare Me spare tire mounted bike carrier fit 2008 RAV4?

Yes, the Thule Spare Me spare tire mounted bike carrier # TH963PRO will fit your 2008 Toyota RAV4. The cover will have to come off of the spare tire in order to mount the carrier. The Spare Me has a weight capacity of 75 pounds total or 37-1/2 pounds per bike which should be more than enough for your 2 mountain bikes.