Wile Thule TH824PRO GateMate PRO Affect Turning Radius While Towing a Trailer

Updated 05/23/2020 | Published 05/21/2020

Question:

Hi, I was wondering if I could install a Thule Gatemate Pro on my Ram 1500 and still tow a 27 trailer? My trailer hitch is below the bumper and is factory installed. Curious if turning radius is impacted or anything else?

asked by: Daniel G

Helpful Expert Reply:

If you check out the video I've linked for you, you can see that when the bikes install, the front bike wheels are carried at an angle, so that the front bike wheels aren't taking up very much room at all between the tailgate and where the trailer would sit. The tires wouldn't extend past the rear surface of the tailgate by more than a foot, which would in no way impede your trailer turning radius. You'll see what I mean when you view the video.

The Thule GateMate PRO is a pretty innovative solution for carrying bikes while towing a bumper hitched trailer. The sturdy pads and straps keep the bikes securely in place, and the padded construction will prevent the bikes and the truck tailgate from getting scratched.

expert reply by: Mike L