Will Thule Verse Bike Rack Allow Rear Hatch to Open with Rack Tilted Down
Updated 10/30/2025 | Published 02/26/2025
Question:
I have a 2023 Ford Explorer and want to know if I can access the trunk with the bike rack on. Does it tilt?
asked by: Dave G
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Expert Reply:
Hey Dave, yes the Thule Verse bike rack part # TH64SA that you referenced was designed so that with the rack tilted back with bikes loaded you can still open your rear hatch. If you check out the picture I attached you can see what I mean. What kind of bikes will you be carrying?
expert reply by:
Jameson C
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Tilted Bike Rack with Hatch Open
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Thule Verse Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Wheel Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 2 Bikes
- Class 3
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Carbon Fiber Bikes
- Electric Bikes
- Fat Tire Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
- Thule
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Jameson C.
10/30/2025
Hey Dave, how did the Thule Verse bike rack work out with your Explorer’s rear hatch? Were you able to tilt it back easily and open the trunk with your bikes loaded? Your experience could help others looking at the same setup.