Thule Number Plate Holder for Hitch Bike Racks — Black, Integrated Light & Tamper-Resistant

The Thule License Plate Holder in black gives you a secure, adjustable way to display your vehicle tag on platform and hanging hitch bike carriers while keeping it visible day and night.

When moving bikes on a hitch-mounted carrier, local laws or common sense often require the vehicle license plate remain clearly visible. The Thule License Plate Holder is built to attach to both platform-style and hanging hitch bike racks, offering a compact, lock-in-place solution with an integrated light and tamper-resistant features. It balances legal visibility, plug-and-play wiring, and flexible mounting options so you can transport bikes without obscuring your tag.

How does the Thule License Plate Holder keep my plate visible at night?

The holder includes an integrated light assembly designed for license plate illumination that conforms to FMVSS108-style standards and uses a universal four-pin connector for power. The lamp wires into your vehicle’s trailer lighting circuit, providing consistent illumination without extra accessories.

• Built-in lighting unit for nighttime plate visibility
• Universal four-pin connector with quick-attach wiring
• Light meets common visibility norms used for trailer and plate lights
• Compact wiring keeps installation tidy and low-profile

Can I mount the plate holder to different rack styles?

Yes — the design allows versatile attachment to both horizontal and vertical surfaces found on platform and hanging-style hitch bike carriers. Adjustable straps and a captured attachment mechanism give you options to secure the holder to a bike rack’s crossbar, arm, or rear-facing surface.

• Straps designed to secure to horizontal and vertical rack elements
• Fits platform and hanging hitch carrier geometries
• Rotation feature lets you stow or use the plate holder without removal
• Simple strap tightening for a snug fit on varying tube sizes

What anti-tamper and convenience features does it offer?

The captured attachment mechanism keeps the plate retained on the carrier and helps deter casual tampering or loss during transport. For convenience, the holder can rotate between a stowed position and a fully deployed position so you don’t have to remove the assembly every trip.

• Captured attachment inhibits plate theft or accidental loss
• Rotating mount for quick stow or use without tools
• Durable black finish resists road wear and blends with rack hardware
• Low-profile design avoids interference with bikes or loading operations

How hard is installation and what tools are needed?

Installation is straightforward and mostly tool-free: strap attachments fasten around rack members and the light connects via the universal four-pin plug. Basic routing of the wiring and a secure strap tightening are all that’s typically required for a reliable setup.

• Strap-based mounting for minimal hardware use
• Quick-connect four-pin electrical plug for easy wiring
• No permanent modifications to vehicle or rack required
• Can be positioned and adjusted without specialized tools

Who is this for? The Thule License Plate Holder is for drivers who use hitch-mounted bike carriers and need a dependable, legal, and low-profile solution to keep their license plate visible. It suits commuters, weekend riders, and family travelers who want quick installation, nighttime visibility, and added protection against plate loss or tampering while their bikes are in transit.