Trailer hitch platform bike rack
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Hi All! I have a Lexus GX 460 and am interested in putting a tow hitch bike rack on it. Here are my basic requirements:
Looking for best manufacturer, models, and places to purchase.
Thanks in advance for any help!
Kind Regards,
Aman
- can hold 4 bikes
- can get out of the way so I can open the rear gate
- is stable when driving at highway speed (not too much shake, sway)
Looking for best manufacturer, models, and places to purchase.
Thanks in advance for any help!
Kind Regards,
Aman
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Looks like a couple Thule "swinging" options here.
https://www.etrailer.com/Hitch-Bike-...12/TH9027.html
https://www.etrailer.com/Hitch-Bike-.../TH9031XT.html
https://www.etrailer.com/Hitch-Bike-...12/TH9027.html
https://www.etrailer.com/Hitch-Bike-.../TH9031XT.html
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I have the Thule Apex Swing 4. I use it with the Gx460 and carry 3 - 4 bikes. Pros..... does what its meant to do which is swing open and allow me to get into the truck. I also used this with a Jeep Wrangler Unlimited for the same reason and used it many ski seasons. The only Con that I know of is this is a very beefy bike rack and when you pick it up to install, you better have a good grip and not use your back or you will get injured like i did.
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Looks like a couple Thule "swinging" options here.
https://www.etrailer.com/Hitch-Bike-...12/TH9027.html
https://www.etrailer.com/Hitch-Bike-.../TH9031XT.html
https://www.etrailer.com/Hitch-Bike-...12/TH9027.html
https://www.etrailer.com/Hitch-Bike-.../TH9031XT.html
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I bought a Yakima Swing Daddy 4, and have not looked back since. Holds 4 bikes, has a cable lock built in, straps for all the bikes in two places, and swing completely out of the way when loaded. It's heavy duty and I don't worry about long trips when its loaded. You will need a few extra bungee cords to keep the wheels straight on the fork from rotating the steering, but that was the only add on I found I needed.
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Hi, can anyone recommend a rear trunk bike rack that fits a 2017 GX 460 without a trailer hitch? I see Thule makes a couple that they claim fits. Thanks.
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https://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Hit...saAq44EALw_wcB
Unless you just don’t like running a hitch at all, we’ll have to wait what others have done.
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If you don’t have a hitch, you can add one for Around $100:
https://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Hit...saAq44EALw_wcB
Unless you just don’t like running a hitch at all, we’ll have to wait what others have done.
https://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Hit...saAq44EALw_wcB
Unless you just don’t like running a hitch at all, we’ll have to wait what others have done.
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So, I just installed a Curt Class 2 Trailer hitch on my 2014 LS460. Got the hitch at Ama zon for less than $140, delivered via UPS.
The Curt part# is 12114. It is a nice looking hitch, exactly like the one pictured by 'roadfrog' on the red LS460.
It took me two days to build up the courage to pull off the rear bumper cover![Smilie](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
But once I started the install, I guess the job was completed in less than 3 hours, with lots of "thinking'-before-doin'".
The instructions were perfect, with no drilling; and I only had to cut (using a razor-knife) about a 2"x3" square of plastic from an underneath cover that no one sees. The result is a hitch that is almost 'invisible' (without the ball assembly).
I also bought the 'new' euro-style 1-7/8" ball from Curt: (CURT 45551 Euro Mount Trailer Hitch Ball Mount with 1-7/8-Inch Trailer Hitch Ball)
Now I can easily tow my Tractor Supply utility trailer... thus saving my LS460 trunk from all kinds of dirty, messy stuff I used to jam in there![Frown](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/frown.gif)
MY QUESTION- I have read that wiring a simple 4-prong hitch plug to my LS460 is not so simple... Is there an adapter kit to ease the wiring pain?
Thank you in advance!
The Curt part# is 12114. It is a nice looking hitch, exactly like the one pictured by 'roadfrog' on the red LS460.
It took me two days to build up the courage to pull off the rear bumper cover
![Smilie](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
But once I started the install, I guess the job was completed in less than 3 hours, with lots of "thinking'-before-doin'".
The instructions were perfect, with no drilling; and I only had to cut (using a razor-knife) about a 2"x3" square of plastic from an underneath cover that no one sees. The result is a hitch that is almost 'invisible' (without the ball assembly).
I also bought the 'new' euro-style 1-7/8" ball from Curt: (CURT 45551 Euro Mount Trailer Hitch Ball Mount with 1-7/8-Inch Trailer Hitch Ball)
Now I can easily tow my Tractor Supply utility trailer... thus saving my LS460 trunk from all kinds of dirty, messy stuff I used to jam in there
![Frown](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/frown.gif)
MY QUESTION- I have read that wiring a simple 4-prong hitch plug to my LS460 is not so simple... Is there an adapter kit to ease the wiring pain?
Thank you in advance!
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I am looking for a trailer hitch bike rack that one folder down the swing gate will open. I am looking for a platform bike rack. Any recommendations.? Has anyone used the kuat transfer bike rack with the GX 460? I am OK removing the bikes in order to open the swing door I just want to make sure that when the platform is flat the door will clear.
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I am looking for a trailer hitch bike rack that one folder down the swing gate will open. I am looking for a platform bike rack. Any recommendations.? Has anyone used the kuat transfer bike rack with the GX 460? I am OK removing the bikes in order to open the swing door I just want to make sure that when the platform is flat the door will clear.
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