Does Roadmaster Base Plate Kit RM87NQ Work with Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain Tow Bar

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Is this baseplate compatible with the Falcon All Terrain tow bar from Roadmaster? If not, do you have any recommendations of one that would work?

asked by: Nick L

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Expert Reply:

Hey Nick, yes the Roadmaster base plate kit part # RM87NQ is compatible with the Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain tow bar. Is that what you have now? Do you have the rest of the components needed to flat tow your Maverick?

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Jameson C.

11/13/2025

Hey Nick, how did the Roadmaster base plate kit work out with your Falcon All Terrain tow bar and Maverick? Your update could make it easier for the next person setting up a similar flat tow setup.

Nick L.

11/14/2025

@JamesonC I have just ordered the parts, I will let you know when everything is installed!

Jameson C.

11/17/2025

@NickL Sounds good! Hopefully it all goes well!

Nick L.

12/30/2025

Hi @JamesonC, This install was performed a couple of weeks ago and went very smoothly. I paired the base plate with the Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Braking System and the Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit. I have plenty of breakers and wire so I didn't need to order anything to add the charging line from the 6 pin to the vehicle battery. The only thing I would say is missing is the Roadmaster Stop Light Switch Kit that is talked about in some installation videos but I haven't seen it on many parts lists. This switch allows you to show any activation of the brake through the indicator light included with the Demco brake system. Without this switch, you can still use the light, but it will only activate when the Demco thinks it is applying the breaks, not necessarily when the brakes are actually being engaged. Overall happy with the products and would install again.

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