[johnp2]

Anyone with experience on outfitting NX with bike racks on top or dealer installed hitch?

Expecting my new 200T in 3 weeks and trying to figure out how to carry my bikes.

Thanks in advance!

 

[Kennedy]

One thing you might want to consider with hitch mounted bike racks is the issue with reversing, that might be an issue for you.

 

[mister]

I like the bike racks that just attach to the back without the hitch. Its a bit hard to see out the back, but you don't have to worry about reversing being difficult.

 

[Kennedy]

It's just something you have to get used to over time.
I've driven vehicles with it, it helps to park at the back of the lot if you can, no need to squeeze into spaces.

 

[crispywisp]

i'm considering the hitch. i asked the dealer and the hitch is $550. and $750 for the cost of installing it. that's too much don't you think? now if only i know how to install the hitch myself i would do it.

i also found this website online, http://factorylexusparts.com, they sell original lexus parts for a much cheaper price. i sent them an e-mail and they said the parts are original and they are an authorized factory outlet lexus parts dealer. their hitch is only $300 compared to the $550 dealer price.

i'm also planning to buy the cargo tray from this website. it only cost $83. compared to $109 from the dealer.

 

[Kennedy]

Sewell Lexus is also great for ordering parts, at times they have been cheaper than other dealers I tried going through.

 

[mister]

It seems unreasonable to charge more to install something than the actual cost of the part is in the first place.

 

[mojo]

whats the labour rate at your dealership? Times that by the book time...

 

[crispywisp]

i just checked the installation guide from Sewell. the instruction is way beyond of my skills. i will have to remove the mufflers just to get the hitch attached and put it back on.

i'll pass for now.

 

[Kennedy]

i just checked the installation guide from Sewell. the instruction is way beyond of my skills. i will have to remove the mufflers just to get the hitch attached and put it back on.

i'll pass for now.

Yup, it can get quite involved. Not bad for those that have done some "mild" jobs as there's a level of know-how that comes with that.

What sort of tools do you have for working on your own car?

 

[mister]

It does seem pretty involved if you don't have much experience. Too bad its so expensive, but I think that is kinda the price I would have guessed anyway. This stuff tends to be expensive.

 

[avocado]

i'm considering the hitch. i asked the dealer and the hitch is $550. and $750 for the cost of installing it. that's too much don't you think? now if only i know how to install the hitch myself i would do it.

i also found this website online, http://factorylexusparts.com, they sell original lexus parts for a much cheaper price. i sent them an e-mail and they said the parts are original and they are an authorized factory outlet lexus parts dealer. their hitch is only $300 compared to the $550 dealer price.

i'm also planning to buy the cargo tray from this website. it only cost $83. compared to $109 from the dealer.

I have used http://factorylexusparts.com before and was quite satisfied. They are a Lexus dealer in Northern California. You could also go to a moving rental place like U-Haul and see how much they charge to install a hitch or maybe even an independent Lexus repair shop.

 

[Kennedy]

IMO a lexus dealer would be more trust worthy with a task like this although you'll likely end up paying more.

 

[mojo]

i just checked the installation guide from Sewell. the instruction is way beyond of my skills. i will have to remove the mufflers just to get the hitch attached and put it back on.

i'll pass for now.

you might also want to consider talking to a Toyota dealership... its possible the rack for the RAV will work for the NX, the share a chassis so the mounting points may be identical as well... Keep in mind though, I don't know for certain...

1. It's essentially a RAV4 with serious suspension implants

The NX shares a platform with the Toyota RAV4, but so much has been upgraded, strengthened, or modified that the two vehicles don't feel related (this is a good thing). The two crossovers do ride on the same wheelbase, but the NX is slightly longer and about 500 lbs heavier. Flip the NX on its lid like a turtle and you'll find additional stiffening braces across the width of the frame—responsible for some of the extra heft. Although the geometry of the suspension is the same, some of the mounts, as well as the links themselves, have been re-tooled for stiffness and more accurate tolerances. All this fussing is evident on a twisty road.

 

[mojo]

I have used http://factorylexusparts.com before and was quite satisfied. They are a Lexus dealer in Northern California. You could also go to a moving rental place like U-Haul and see how much they charge to install a hitch or maybe even an independent Lexus repair shop.

Or Toyota...Cheaper labor rates as well

 

[Kennedy]

There might be a 50/50 chance of the Rav4 version working on the NX, off of looks alone it seems like there some good difference between the two roofs.

 

[mojo]

There might be a 50/50 chance of the Rav4 version working on the NX, off of looks alone it seems like there some good difference between the two roofs.

for sure, but if you're installing a a hitch to the frame the roofline doesn't matter much

 

[Kennedy]

for sure, but if you're installing a a hitch to the frame the roofline doesn't matter much

LOL true
not sure what i was thinkign with that oen

 

[mojo]

LOL true
not sure what i was thinkign with that oen

roof rig?

 

[avocado]

Or Toyota...Cheaper labor rates as well

I have a friend with a Toyota that gets oil changes at the Lexus dealer. With coupons, it was the same price plus he got his car washed, sat in a nicer waiting room with food.