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Thule OutWay Platform 2 bike carrier no. 993

£405.20
RRP: £452.49
Code: TU993

Thule’s two bike OutWay Platform attaches securely to the back of your car using rubber coated hooks with steel cables. 'AcuTight' locking knobs are used to (1) ensure the rack is fitted securely to the car and (2) to ensure the bikes are held securely on the rack.

It's a high mount carrier so it doesn’t obscure the lights or number plate on most cars.


The OutWay Platform attaches to the back of the car using dual-hooks with steel cables. All mounting points are rubber coated to prevent marks or scratches to the paintwork. These straps are secured using Thule's 'AcuTight' torque limiter knobs, these knobs click when you have fitted the rack tightly enough.

The bikes secure with lockable, detachable bike arms. These bike arms also use Thule's 'AcuTight' locking knobs to ensure a secure fit.

Other features include:

  • Detachable frame holders secure the bikes
  • Pump-buckle straps take wheels up to 3"
  • The wheel straps have a rubber rim protector to help prevent scratches to the wheel
  • Maximum bike weight:15kg per bike
  • Maximum wheelbase: 127cm
  • Weight: 12.5kg
  • Attaches to the boot using four metal rubber-coated dual-hooks
  • Folds for convenient storage
  • High mount – doesn’t obscure the lights or number plate on most cars
  • Fits many cars with standard spoilers
  • Lockable - locks on the bike arms secure the bikes and another lock secures the rack to the car
  • It's possible to open the boot with the bikes removed on most vehicles
  • No assembly required



The Thule plastic-headed premium keys we sell are genuine Thule spare parts, compatible with Thule roof bars, roof boxes, bike racks, and all other accessories which are part of Thule’s One Key System.

These keys have an ergonomically-shaped plastic head, larger than a flat steel key and easier to grip and turn, especially in wet conditions, or when wearing gloves.

Keys are numbered from 1 to 250. We refer to all these keys as premium keys, as opposed to steel keys, to keep things simple. The keys numbered from N001 to N200 inclusive are sometimes referred to as Comfort keys, and the keys from N201 to N250 are sometimes called Premium keys. The shape of the plastic handle is different for each range - as shown in the images.

Select your Thule key number from the dropdown.

What to do if you have lost your Thule keys

If you have lost your keys – which every year happens to huge numbers of our customers! – then your options are either Easy or Difficult.

Easy: If the lock number of your Thule product is stamped on the face of the barrel, order the keys.

Easy: If the lock number is NOT stamped on the face of the barrel, and all relevant Thule products are unlocked, you need to order a Master Key, used for removing unlocked lock barrels. At the same time you should also order however many replacement lock barrels you need, and at least two replacement keys.

Difficult: If the lock number is NOT stamped on the face of the barrel, and any of your relevant Thule products are LOCKED, you have a significant problem. There are 50 key options. You can buy 50 different keys from us, numbers 201 to 250 inclusive, or you can visit your nearest Thule reseller who, so we are informed, keeps a full set of keys. See here [link to be added soon] for a list of Thule resellers who might be able to help, organised by postcode, phone numbers included.

If you buy 50 keys from us then you will want to return 49 of them and buy at least one spare key. No problem, we will refund these at the price you paid for them, less a charge of £25 as a contribution to the labour costs of entering 49 returned keys into our accounting system and putting 49 keys back into their individual storage boxes. The cost and risks of returning the keys to us are yours – we recommend that you use a signed-for delivery service.

Note that we have a database where our customers can record their key numbers and look them up later; see roofbox.co.uk/keysafe.

Here are some other ideas for keeping control of keys and a record of key numbers:

  • separate the keys, and keep the spare key wherever you normally keep spare keys (in real life most of us forget to do this)
  • take a photo of your Thule keys and keep it on your smart phone (this one is easy!)
  • write down the key codes and store this information in a place you will remember when you need them (for the super-organised)

The latest generation of Thule products does not have the lock number recorded anywhere on the lock barrels; somebody evidently decided that this is a good idea!



All the Thule lock barrels we sell are genuine Thule components, compatible with Thule roof bars, roof boxes, bike racks, and all other accessories which are part of Thule’s One Key System.

Manufactured to Thule’s exacting standards, they provide long-lasting reliability and peace of mind.

If you have the latest Thule lock barrels, with no number shown anywhere on the barrel, you will find the relevant lock number on the key.



The Thule standard steel keys we sell are genuine Thule spare parts, compatible with Thule roof bars, roof boxes, bike racks, and all other accessories which are part of Thule’s One Key System.

Keys are numbered from 1 to 250. Numbers 1 to 200 have a round-shaped head, and numbers 201 to 250 have a square-shaped head – as seen in the images.

Select your Thule key number from the dropdown.

What to do if you have lost your Thule keys

If you have lost your keys – which every year happens to huge numbers of our customers! – then your options are either Easy or Difficult.

Easy: If the lock number of your Thule product is stamped on the face of the barrel, order the keys.

Easy: If the lock number is NOT stamped on the face of the barrel, and all relevant Thule products are unlocked, you need to order a Master Key, used for removing unlocked lock barrels. At the same time you should also order however many replacement lock barrels you need, and at least two replacement keys.

Difficult: If the lock number is NOT stamped on the face of the barrel, and any of your relevant Thule products are LOCKED, you have a significant problem. There are 50 key options. You can buy 50 different keys from us, numbers 201 to 250 inclusive, or you can visit your nearest Thule reseller who, so we are informed, keeps a full set of keys. See here [link to be added soon] for a list of Thule resellers who might be able to help, organised by postcode, phone numbers included.

If you buy 50 keys from us then you will want to return 49 of them and buy at least one spare key. No problem, we will refund these at the price you paid for them, less a charge of £25 as a contribution to the labour costs of entering 49 returned keys into our accounting system and putting 49 keys back into their individual storage boxes. The cost and risks of returning the keys to us are yours – we recommend that you use a signed-for delivery service.

Note that we have a database where our customers can record their key numbers and look them up later; see roofbox.co.uk/keysafe.

Here are some other ideas for keeping control of keys and a record of key numbers:

  • separate the keys, and keep the spare key wherever you normally keep spare keys (in real life most of us forget to do this)
  • take a photo of your Thule keys and keep it on your smart phone (this one is easy!)
  • write down the key codes and store this information in a place you will remember when you need them (for the super-organised)

The latest generation of Thule products does not have the lock number recorded anywhere on the lock barrels; somebody evidently decided that this is a good idea!

Delivery charges and arrangements:

We charge a contribution towards delivery costs, depending on what you order, where you live, and how quickly you want the goods.

These are our standard charges; there are usually surcharges for all offshore destinations and some remote postcodes - for details please see our delivery information page.

This Item (Standard sized items)
Express Delivery £ 9.50 1 to 2 working days
Standard Delivery £ 6.50 3 to 4 working days

Delivery of other items

Small items & Spare parts
Express delivery £ 6.95 1 to 2 working days
Standard delivery £ 4.95 3 to 4 working days
Roof boxes
Express Delivery £ 19.50 1 to 2 working days
Standard Delivery £ 14.50 3 to 4 working days
Dropracks and Roof tents
Express Delivery £ 19.50 2 working days

Delivery times

Delivery times are calculated in working days (Monday to Friday, excluding Bank holidays).

Cut-off times for Express Delivery orders
Express Delivery orders placed before before the cut-off times shown below will usually be desptached on the date of order. Express Delivery orders placed after these cut-off times will be despatched the next working day.

Small and Standard Sized Items Order by 4pm for same day despatch
Roof Boxes, Dog Cages, Dropracks and Roof Tents Order by 1pm for same day despatch

Delivery FAQs

When will my order arrive?
There are no deliveries on Saturdays, Sundays or Bank Holidays, except for postable items where Royal Mail has a Saturday delivery. Express Delivery orders placed on a Friday (before 1pm) should be delivered on the Monday or Tuesday, Express Delivery orders placed on a Saturday or Sunday should be delivered on the Tuesday or Wednesday. The arrangements for Very Heavy Items are different and are shown above.

What about Next Working Day delivery?
Most Express delivery orders will arrive on the next working day, if the order is placed before the cut-off time (see above). Some will arrive on the second working day if there has been a "split-delivery". So-called “split deliveries” happen when the couriers do not have enough trailer space for everything that should be moved around the UK, so they will load what they can and leave the rest for the next trailer.

Is my delivery day guaranteed?
No retailer or courier company can ever "guarantee" a Next Working Day delivery. As well as split deliveries, all courier companies occasionally have the same transport problems as can happen to everyone else, including snow blocked roads, closed roads, traffic jams, mechanical breakdown, an inability to find the delivery address, or to gain access to it if, for example, it's in a block of flats. We work with some of the best couriers in the business, and overall they provide an outstanding service.

Do I need to be at home?
We are very flexible with our deliveries and will aim to deliver to an address which suits you – this does not need to be your home address. Goods can usually be left without signature - we prefer this with roof boxes. There's a "Special Delivery Instructions" box in the checkout area where we'll ask you to choose a typical instruction and then amend it to suit your particular requirements.

Payment options:

We take the following cards, and also PayPal. Please note that the entry on your card statement will be from "The Roof Box Company".

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To find the spare parts you need, please see the diagram below, identify the product codes, then choose them from the list below. If you need more than 1 of any item, change the quantities in the Shopping Basket.

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Item: Description: Our price (each): RRP:
Thule locks and keys MPPs: Thule Comfort / Premium Keys £2.50
Thule locks and keys MPPs: Thule lock barrels £8.00
Thule locks and keys MPPs: Thule Standard Steel Keys £1.25
Thule spares: 52415 - bike arm silver short (122mm - newer acutight model) £29.95
Thule spares (small): 52670 - rubber protector for 564/568/598/599 wheel strap £9.95
Thule spares (small): 54514 - Upper Hook complete £9.95
Thule spares (small): 54515 - Wire Protection £4.95
Thule spares (small): 54516 - Spoiler Kit £14.95
Thule spares (small): 54517 - Hatchback Kit £4.95
Thule spares (small): 54518 - Sedan (saloon) Kit £9.95
Thule spares (small): 54519 - Fixation Kit £9.95
Thule spares (small): 54521 - Torque knob complete £14.95
Thule spares (small): 54522 - Upper Covers (left and right) £9.95
Thule spares (small): 54524 - Knob Adjustment Handle £1.95
Thule spares (small): 54532 - Locking Handle (left hand) £4.95
Thule spares (small): 54536 - Thule long (308mm) arm for OutWay bike carrier £34.95
Thule spares (small): 54653 - O-Ring £1.95


Add to Your Order Untick if not required:
Item: Description: Our price (each): RRP:
Core components:
Rear door bike carrier: £393.45 (rrp. £449.99)
Special offers:
Free FASTY strap: £0.00 (rrp. £2.50)
Accessories:
Bike carrier accessory: £18.95 (rrp. £21.99)
Bike carrier accessory: £10.95 (rrp. £12.99)

All our prices include VAT at 20% Total: £405.2
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