Thule 917 T2 2-Bike Hitch Mount Rack (1.25-Inch Receiver)

The Thule 917 T2 2-Bike Hitch Mount Rack sets the new standard for performance and quick bike loading. The Thule T2 accommodates most bikes, regardless of frame design, suspension, or wheel size, with the convenience of rear-mount access.

The Thule T2 holds up to two bicycles securely, requires a 1.25-inch receiver, and fits a wide range of bikes without requiring any wheel removal, or any frame contact. This convenient bicycle rack is constructed of high-strength steel for the frame with resin components, and folds up for storage, and down for access, so it is out of your way when you don't need it. The T2 carries up to 100 pounds, fits 20- to 29-inch wheels with up to three-inch-wide tires, and can accommodate bikes with wheel bases up to 48 inches. This unit is One-Key System compatible for the ultimate in convenient security. Please, note, lock cylinders are not included.

What's in the Box?
917 T2 hitch and backbone assembly, all necessary mounting and securing hardware, and instruction guide

Manufacturer's Warranty
Limited lifetime warranty

Customer Review: Always tradeoffs, but this is the right rack for me!
I did a lot of research and ended up with the Thule T2. I have a big family, so we bought the 2" model and the +2 extension--4 bikes! We have NOT been disappointed. I did a detailed write-up; google "squidoo bestbikerack". One point I'll note here is that the Saris Cycle-On Pro has a better system for mounting the rack to the hitch--the Thule T2 requires a wrench to bolt on the hitch pin--a little clumsy. But the CycleOn Pro doesn't tilt down to allow access to the rear cargo area, which was a must-have for us. I discovered that no rack is the 100% perfect solution, but the T2 comes awfully close for my family.
Customer Review: My favorite rack...so far
I purchased the 2", 2-bike T2 last year for use on our 2001 Honda Odyssey. Over the years I have had all forms of bike carriers and must admit that the T2 is my favorite one to date. Here's why: 1) quick and easy to assemble 2) hitch mounted = less wind drag/noise and better fuel economy than roof-mounted alternatives 3) no front wheel removal 4) <30-second bike mount/dismount 5) no finagling to makes bikes fit on rack so as not to scratch adjacent bikes 6) no swaying/banging of bikes against one another 7) accomodates all types of frames without additional adapters 8) "lockable" (with a caveat - see below) 9) once mounted, loaded, and travelling down the road, the entire rack is ROCK-SOLID; it does not rattle nor sway and the overall build quality is sturdy yet relatively lightweight 10) unloaded rack easily swings up and out of the way with the push of a lever. I often leave the rack on the van - if I had the Snug Tite lock, I would probably never remove it! 11) expandable from 2 to 4 bikes The T2 is not perfect though: 1) (a terrible oversight by Thule designers) the locking front wheel arm DOES NOT handle fully inflated 700x32c (and larger) tires UNLESS you deflate the air volume by at least 30-50%. This is a pain because you must deflate the tire upon mounting it and then reinflate the tire upon arrival to your destination. The length of ratcheting notches does not extend far enough up the arm - if you have one you know what I mean. I had to buy another floor pump to keep in the van specifically for this purpose. 2) the locking front wheel arm is not very secure. Why? All you need to do is deflate the front tire and voila! You can swing the arm down and away, unratchet the non-locking rear wheel strap and you've got yourself a new stolen bike in less than a minute. In essence, the lock on the wheel arm is a DETERRENT rather than an effective security device. Instead of buying the lock cores, go out and do what I did - buy 2 cable locks to secure the bikes to the rack. At least with the cable you can secure both wheels and the bike frame to the rack. 3) since this rack does not swing-away to either side (it does swing downward, but only by a few inches), opening the rear hatch is not possible once bikes are mounted. You must first unload the bikes to access anything in the rear storage area (remember I have a van, this may not apply to other vehicle applications). So, in summary, if you're looking for a sturdy, easy to use, and versatile hitch-mounted rack, I would highly recommend the T2. I just hope Thule resolves issues 1&2 in future generations of the T2 - doing so would make the T2 a nearly perfect bike carrier!

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