Compatibility of Demco Classic Base Plate Kit With Roadmaster Tow Bars on 2003 Suzuki Vitara
Updated 10/22/2025 | Published 04/05/2025
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Hi, I am looking at the Demco DM9518079 to flat tow my 2003 Suzuki Vitara. I already own Falcon 5250 and Sterling All Terrain towbars. I have the RM035, and RM035-2 adapters for my jeep. I am setup for flat towing my Honda CR-V with the 1555-3 Kit, which uses the C001083/04 side arms. Will any of those adapters work directly with the Demco kit? It looks like the Demco baseplate uses a bayonet type connection. You state on your website: Compatible with Multiple Tow Bars: Works seamlessly with Demco tow bars and can be adapted for other brands using specific adapters. If not, is there a Roadmaster adapter available? What is the spacing and hole size of the tow connection on the Demco DM9518079? I also looked at the Roadmaster 1012-1 for the Suzuki, but it starts at $50 more than Demco, and in addition, it appears, I would have to purchase a separate crossbar? One last question: Can either of these kits be used with a brush bar on the Suzuki? Maybe with longer mounting bolts? Thanks, Mark
asked by: Mark P
Expert Reply:
Hi Mark; none of your existing adapters will allow you to use the tow bars with the Demco Classic Base Plate Kit # DM9518079. If you want to use the Falcon 5250 you need the # DM9523023 and for the Sterling All-Terrain the # DM9523062. The Demco Classic tabs have a 3/4" gap with a 1/2" hole.
The Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit # 1012-1 will require the Replacement Quick Disconnect Crossbar Assembly for Roadmaster Tow Bars # 910021-00 to work with your existing tow bars so it will cost more overall. You would also need # C58390 for installation and potentially # RM-910653 (if you used the Sterling All-Terrain) for this setup. I would expect to have to remove the brush guard to install either of the base plate kits.
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Robin H.
10/22/2025
Hey Mark, how did things go with the Demco Classic base plate on your Suzuki Vitara? Were the adapter brackets you chose a good match for your Falcon or Sterling tow bars? Your update could make it easier for others setting up a similar flat tow setup.