The premium hitch rack that streamlines bike transport.
Thule Verse 2 sets a new benchmark for safety, durability, and user-friendly design in the world of hitch-mounted platform bike carriers. Building on Thule’s legacy of innovation, it delivers the confidence and security riders expect—whether they’re transporting lightweight carbon gravel bikes or heavy full-suspension e-MTBs.
The entire carrier has been reimagined from the ground up, ensuring each component serves a purpose—strength where it counts, smooth operation where it matters, and longevity that reflects Thule’s renowned reliability.
Riders will notice the dramatically expanded bike-fit range, accommodating everything from kids’ bikes to fat-tyre rigs with ease. Improvements in adjustability and ergonomics make loading and unloading feel natural and effortless, even when dealing with heavier bikes.
Thule Verse 2 – Features
Easy Trunk Access
Built for effortless use, the rack features a patented outboard release handle that lets you tilt it down—even when fully loaded—to reach your boot with ease. When you’re done riding, the empty rack pivots back up into a compact, vertical stowed position, keeping it neatly out of the way and minimising its footprint behind your vehicle.
Increased Carrying Capacity
The Thule Verse accommodates wheelbases up to 1,350 mm and tyre widths up to 5″, covering everything from standard bikes to wide-tyre setups. Each tray supports bikes up to 27 kg each, and works with the Thule Foldable Loading Ramp for easier loading of heavier e-bikes.
Easy Bike Adjustment
A ratcheting pump-buckle strap with a protective wheel cradle keeps each bike firmly in place. Built-in retention clips hold the straps neatly out of the way while you’re loading or removing your bikes.
Generous Bike Spacing
Its unique design prevents bike contact during transport, making bike loading and unloading hassle-free
Limited Lifetime Warranty
A durable aluminum wheel tray and central I-beam structure offer maximum strength without excess weight, ensuring long-lasting performance in demanding conditions. All of it is supported by Thule’s Limited Lifetime Warranty.
For Off-Road Use
Suitable for public, private, and light off-road use—including gravel, access, and forest service roads. Refer to the safety instructions for detailed definitions. Refer to the safety instructions for Camper van/motor home use.
No Frame Contact
The advanced telescopic arms make loading and unloading simple while ensuring there’s no frame contact. Thule’s signature single-hook attachment arm delivers a fast, secure hold without ever touching the bike’s frame.
Secure Bike Attachment
An ergonomic handle paired with a bike-style brake lever makes operating the ratcheting attachment arm effortless when loading or releasing your bike. The quick-release arm offers excellent fork clearance and uses a rubberised contact surface to prevent unwanted rubbing or wear during transport.
Tool-free Installation
The lockable, tool-free AutoAttach system—with the included AcuTight torque-limiting lever—allows the rack to be mounted or removed quickly and securely, no tools required.
Easy Bike Attachment
The ratcheting pump buckle strap with a protective wheel guard ensures that bikes are always secure. Integrated retention clips secure the straps out of the way when loading and unloading
Accessory Rich
A broad range of smart add-ons is available, including the Thule lights & license plate kit, Verse bike repair holder, foldable loading ramp, and transport wheels.
Included Locks for Security
A 12 mm braided-steel cable lock provides strong theft deterrence, securing both your bikes to the rack and the rack to your vehicle. A full rubber coating protects your bikes from abrasions when the cable is in use.
Every detail has been refined to ensure stability on the road and simplicity the moment you load up.
Visually, the Thule Verse 2 introduces a sleek, modern aesthetic that fits effortlessly onto today’s vehicles. Its premium styling doesn’t just look good; it reinforces the rack’s intuitive operation.
Beyond usability, the Verse also exceeds expectations in capacity. It offers more room, more compatibility, and more flexibility than its predecessor, allowing cyclists to travel with confidence on solo missions, weekend escapes, or family adventures.
The Thule Verse delivers outstanding bike protection and security from the moment you load up. Its independent, single attachment arm locks onto your front wheel—never the frame—so your bike stays stable without any risk of damage.
Generous spacing between bikes, quick-adjust wheel trays, and a redesigned soft-touch arm with more clearance around the fork make loading straightforward and stress-free.
Built to work seamlessly with a range of purpose-made accessories, the Thule Verse enhances your experience on and off the trail.
The bike repair holder keeps you riding longer, the lights and license plate kit improves visibility after dark, and the transport wheels make moving the rack effortless.
Thule Verse 2 – Technical Specifications
- Max number of bikes: 2
- Load capacity: 55 kg
- Max bike weight: 27.5 kg
- Dimensions (LxWxH): 114 x 150 x 43 cm
- Folded dimensions (LxWxH): 52.2 x 150.8 x 87.6 cm
- Weight: 26 kg
- Distance between bikes: 29 cm
- Max tire width: 5″
- Max wheel size (diameter): 29″
- Max wheelbase: 1350
- Carbon frame compatible
- Tilt function (with bikes)
- Fits 1.25″ receivers
- Fits 2″ receivers
- One Key System compatible
- Bike lock included
- Receiver lock included
- Off-road use: Yes, refer to definition in the safety instruction
- RV Travel: Yes, refer to definition in the fitting instruction
- Country of origin: USA
- Color: Black/silver
Price/Where to Buy
- Thule Verse 2: $1,999.95AUD
- Can be purchased from many locations around Australia. Check the Dealer locator search tool.
Stay tuned for our full review, coming soon!
