Why Is The Tilt Latch Mechanism Binding Up On My Thule T2 Pro XTR Bike Rack

Updated 02/18/2026 | Published 06/20/2024

Question:

Tilt liver stuck when I lower the hitch with e bike loaded on to it? Without any load tilt liver work just fine? Why am I having this issu?

asked by: Vish G

Expert Reply:

Hi Vish,

The weight of the e-bike is putting too much pressure on the tilting mechanism of your Thule T2 Pro XTR Bike Rack # TH83JV, causing it to bind up. If you push up a little bit on the bike while activating the tilt latch it should relieve the pressure and allow it to tilt back up and lock in place again.

expert reply by: Kevin C

Brooke M.

2/17/2026

Hey Vish, did lifting up slightly on the e-bike help the tilt lever on your Thule T2 Pro XTR move more smoothly? Sharing how it worked could help others dealing with the same issue.

Vish G.

2/17/2026

@BrookeM yes it worked. I also noticed it’s easier if you have light weight bike instead of e bikes ??

Brooke M.

2/18/2026

@VishG I bet! Some of those e-bikes get pretty hefty! So glad to hear that you're able to get it to work with Kevin's trick. Do you usually reach for your e-bike when you go for a ride or a different style?