--- product_id: 48020708 title: "TH9700 Xpress 2-Bike, Silver/Black" brand: "thule" price: "VT172654" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 12 category: "Thule" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/48020708-th9700-xpress-2-bike-silver-black store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # Folds flat for storage Secure hitch ball clamp Pre-assembled, no tools TH9700 Xpress 2-Bike, Silver/Black **Brand:** thule **Price:** VT172654 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🚴‍♂️ Lock, Load & Roll: The Ultimate Hitch Bike Rack for the Urban Adventurer ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** TH9700 Xpress 2-Bike, Silver/Black by thule - **How much does it cost?** VT172654 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/48020708-th9700-xpress-2-bike-silver-black) ## Best For - thule enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted thule brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Effortless Setup:** Snaps onto your towbar in under 60 seconds—no tools, no hassle. - • **Bike & Car Friendly:** Keeps bikes away from your car’s paintwork, preventing scratches and dings. - • **Space-Saving Design:** Folds flat to fit neatly in your boot—because every inch counts. - • **Rock-Solid Stability:** Clamps tight with zero movement, even at highway speeds over 70 MPH. - • **Universal Compatibility:** Fits most bike frames with included rubber straps; adapter available for non-standard frames. ## Overview The Thule TH9700 Xpress 2-Bike Rack is a premium, foldable hitch-mounted carrier designed for quick, tool-free installation. Engineered for stability and security, it clamps firmly onto your towbar, supporting up to 30 kg across two bikes. Its smart design protects both your vehicle and bikes from damage while offering compatibility with a wide range of bike frames, including options for non-standard builds via an adapter. Ideal for professionals who demand efficiency and reliability on every ride. ## Description Thule TH9700 Xpress 2-Bike, Silver/Black : desertcart.co.uk: Automotive Review: Stunning piece of well designed kit!! - Like many others on here, I bought this bike carrier with some trepidation as I wasn't entirely convinced that a carrier that grips onto a towbar would be stable and strong enough to securely carry my new £800 two-wheeled-torture-contraption. So when it (very quickly) arrived in the post, I immediately unpacked it and set about attaching it to my car's towbar. The carrier works in a sort of scissor-action and quite simply clamps to the towbar's ball. The first time I attached it I was astonished at how strong it's grip on the bar is; I was pulling at it as hard as I could and it simply wouldn't budge! Very impressive and amazingly quick - the process of attaching my removable towbar to the car, getting the Thule carrier out of the boot and clamping it on could probably be done in under 60 seconds - it's seriously that quick. Attaching a bike to the carrier is also a simple process, although it took a few attempts to get it right. My bike (A Revolution Triad 1.0, bought from Edinburgh Bicycle, plug, plug!) has a bit of non-standard frame when it comes to where the downtube meets the fork/top tube, so the rubber strap has to stretch diagonally around the downtube, which was a little tricky at first but I've got it down to a fine art now. It should be capable of fitting bikes with chunky frames too, although I'm unsure if full-suspension bikes with outlandish frames would fit. Bear in mind that an adapter is required for women's bike frames too, and that it's not suited to kid's bikes. If you've got any concerns about your car's paintwork being damaged by this carrier, stop worrying now - it holds the carrier far enough away from the back of my Audi A4 saloon so that even the end of the closest handlebar (and sharp pedals) comes nowhere near. The carrier's grip on the towbar is such that there's no chance of it moving while in transit either. If I were to make any negative points about the carrier, I'd probably mention that the strap that's probably intended to wrap around the wheels to stop them spinning is ridiculously short - it doesn't even wrap around both the wheels on my bike alone, let alone a second one! Another is that the carrier comes with no means of locking it, despite it having a hole in the frame to do just that. However, these are very minor quibbles - if you've got a decent Krypton lock with a cable loop, you'll be able to lock the lot of it to the carrier. Remember to remove any QR bits though! Summing up... + Folds up nice and small so it takes up barely any boot space + Simple & seriously quick to fit + Very secure and stable - even at 70+ MPH on the motorway + Holds bike nice and clearly away from the boot + No chance of it damaging either your car's or your bike's paintwork + Rubber straps are easily replaced if broken - Supplied tethering strap far too short - Doesn't come with a lock Thumbs up all round! Review: Great bike rack. - Honestly brilliant, easy to use and just snaps into place. Very sturdy and can secure with padlock and then put bike lock to secure bike to rack while out and about. Fits road bike easily. Fully recommend. ## Features - Bikes are secured to the bike rack with soft rubber straps - Use Thule Bike Frame Adapter 982 for fitting of bikes with non-standard frames (e.g. ladies’ bikes, BMXs, downhill bikes) - Folds flat for easy storage and handling - Pre-assembled, no tools required ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B001N3L4D0 | | Automotive Fit Type | Universal Fit | | Best Sellers Rank | 10,120 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) 16 in Bike Carriers | | Brand Name | Thule | | Colour | Silver | | Compatible with Vehicle Type | Car | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (1,879) | | EU Spare Part Availability Duration | 5 Years | | Global Trade Identification Number | 07313020042558 | | Included Components | Quick access interface | | Is Foldable | Yes | | Item Dimensions | 57.4 x 52.8 x 26 centimetres | | Item Type Name | Transporting & Storage | | Item Weight | 8.82 Pounds | | Load Capacity | 30 kg | | Manufacturer | Thule GmbH | | Manufacturer Part Number | 970003 | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | 2 year manufacturer | | Material Type | Man Made | | Model Number | TH9700 | | Mounting Type | Hitch Ball | | OEM Equivalent Part Number | 970003 | | Unit Count | 2.0 count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Thule - **Colour:** Silver - **EU Spare Part Availability Duration:** 5 Years - **Is foldable:** Yes - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 57.4 x 52.8 x 26 centimetres - **Item weight:** 8.82 Pounds - **Load capacity:** 30 kg - **Material:** Man Made - **Mounting type:** Hitch Ball - **Vehicle service type:** Car ## Images ![TH9700 Xpress 2-Bike, Silver/Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/611Z06jkGoL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Will it fit a BMW 240i?** A: Same answer as offered umpteen times previously, this bike rack attaches to a tow hitch ball only, not directly to the vehicle. So any vehicle equipped with a tow hitch 2” ball will work as long as there is clear space at the rear of vehicle directly above the trailer tow hitch ball. **Q: Does this have a 'tilt' feature so you can open the car boot when attached?** A: No it doesn't tilt but it is easy enough to take off and put back on. **Q: Can I fit this to the towbar of my motor home** A: It fits all toe - bars as far as I'm aware (doesn't move at all) good job **Q: Will it carry a e bike plus a mountain bike** A: Remove the battery of the ebike then weigh it before adding to bike rack. You can use a luggage scale for weighing. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Stunning piece of well designed kit!! *by C***N on 8 May 2012* Like many others on here, I bought this bike carrier with some trepidation as I wasn't entirely convinced that a carrier that grips onto a towbar would be stable and strong enough to securely carry my new £800 two-wheeled-torture-contraption. So when it (very quickly) arrived in the post, I immediately unpacked it and set about attaching it to my car's towbar. The carrier works in a sort of scissor-action and quite simply clamps to the towbar's ball. The first time I attached it I was astonished at how strong it's grip on the bar is; I was pulling at it as hard as I could and it simply wouldn't budge! Very impressive and amazingly quick - the process of attaching my removable towbar to the car, getting the Thule carrier out of the boot and clamping it on could probably be done in under 60 seconds - it's seriously that quick. Attaching a bike to the carrier is also a simple process, although it took a few attempts to get it right. My bike (A Revolution Triad 1.0, bought from Edinburgh Bicycle, plug, plug!) has a bit of non-standard frame when it comes to where the downtube meets the fork/top tube, so the rubber strap has to stretch diagonally around the downtube, which was a little tricky at first but I've got it down to a fine art now. It should be capable of fitting bikes with chunky frames too, although I'm unsure if full-suspension bikes with outlandish frames would fit. Bear in mind that an adapter is required for women's bike frames too, and that it's not suited to kid's bikes. If you've got any concerns about your car's paintwork being damaged by this carrier, stop worrying now - it holds the carrier far enough away from the back of my Audi A4 saloon so that even the end of the closest handlebar (and sharp pedals) comes nowhere near. The carrier's grip on the towbar is such that there's no chance of it moving while in transit either. If I were to make any negative points about the carrier, I'd probably mention that the strap that's probably intended to wrap around the wheels to stop them spinning is ridiculously short - it doesn't even wrap around both the wheels on my bike alone, let alone a second one! Another is that the carrier comes with no means of locking it, despite it having a hole in the frame to do just that. However, these are very minor quibbles - if you've got a decent Krypton lock with a cable loop, you'll be able to lock the lot of it to the carrier. Remember to remove any QR bits though! Summing up... + Folds up nice and small so it takes up barely any boot space + Simple & seriously quick to fit + Very secure and stable - even at 70+ MPH on the motorway + Holds bike nice and clearly away from the boot + No chance of it damaging either your car's or your bike's paintwork + Rubber straps are easily replaced if broken - Supplied tethering strap far too short - Doesn't come with a lock Thumbs up all round! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great bike rack. *by M***W on 7 May 2025* Honestly brilliant, easy to use and just snaps into place. Very sturdy and can secure with padlock and then put bike lock to secure bike to rack while out and about. Fits road bike easily. Fully recommend. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Thule bike rack *by T***R on 6 June 2011* The frame of the rack appears robust and well made. The rubber straps which clamp the bike frame to the carrier could be the weakest part. Rubber will stretch and the "hook" for the strap to go onto could soften. Time will tell. Very easy to mount onto my detachable swan neck tow bar fitted to my Skoda.Takes about ten seconds to fit though care has to be taken to correctly align it onto the tow ball otherwise the rack will not be parallel to the vehicle. The nylon straps could be longer as it is a struggle to fit them round two bikes. A few extra bungees will cure that problem. The most difficult action is mounting bikes onto the rack. You have to try several options to get the most suitable positions for both. Care must be taken with the first bike onto the rack as I found the pedal will easily touch the bodywork. Some experiments need to be made and a lot of protective padding will be needed to stop rubbing. I found water pipe foam insulation tubing to be good. Once these trial fittings have been done, bikes can be mounted within a few minutes. Ladies bikes with no cross bar, need an additional accessory which is an adaptor to create a temporary crossbar. These are available but the advert could make this need a little more prominent. Otherwise well satisfied at the moment. ## Frequently Bought Together - Thule TH9700 Xpress 2-Bike , Silver/Black - Bike Rack Straps, 4-Pack Trilancer Adjustable Bike Wheel Stabilizer Strap with Hook and Loop for Car and Wall Mount, for Transportation and Storage (26'' x 1.5'') - Thule Frame adapter 982, accessories, black, 60 x 9 x 5 cm --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/48020708-th9700-xpress-2-bike-silver-black](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/48020708-th9700-xpress-2-bike-silver-black) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-02*