Can Cable Lock on Thule Apex XT Bike Rack Be Replaced
Updated 01/19/2026 | Published 08/10/2024
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I have Thule apex xt5 and I need parts to hold the cable lock inside I have a cable lock but I don’t have parts inside to hold the cable
asked by: Marcin
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Expert Reply:
Thanks for reaching out, Marcin!
One of the great things about the Thule Apex XT Bike Rack for 5 Bikes # TH9026XT is the built-in cable lock, but the part that really stinks about this feature is that Thule doesn't have a way to reinstall the cable lock if it were to become damaged.
Unfortunately, this means your solution is to use a standard cable lock like part # e98891 to lock your bikes to the safety chain loops on your trailer hitch.
I know it's not enough to swap out your bike rack just yet, but in the event that you end up wanting to go with a different bike rack, I recommend checking out the Yakima FullTilt Bike Rack for 5 Bikes # Y02463 because it has similar features to the Apex XT but it has replacement locks both with the SpeedKnob # 8880508 for the rack and the Cable Assembly # Y54FR for the bikes.
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Thule Apex XT Bike Rack for 5 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting
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- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 5 Bikes
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
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Lazer S.
1/19/2026
Hey Marcin, did the standard cable lock work well for securing your bikes with the Apex XT rack? Knowing how that setup performed could really help others facing the same issue.