Fixed Flange Towbar

The Flange Towbar has either a two hole or four hole face plate designed to 94/20/EC which can then have a standard 50mm towball bolted to it conforming to type A50-1. This is traditional in the U.K. and is compatible with most bike racks.

The advantages of a flange towbar include:

• Cycle carriers - a direct bolted coupling provides the most secure fixing arrangement.
• Bumper protector plates - Prevents the coupling head from damaging the bumper which can be expensive.
• Caravan stabiliser attachment plates
• Specialist towballs such as an AL-KO ball.
• Replacement of a worn out or damaged towball is cost effective and straightforward and there is no need to replace the towbar.
• Not easily removable
  

Fixed Swan Towbar

This is probably the least flexible of towbar designs with no flexibility to add extra attachments. It can be difficult to replace when worn and does not allow you to add accessories. Cycle carriers are available for this type of towbar but you cannot tow caravans or trailers whilst carrying cycles.

The advantages of a fixed swan neck include:

• Removable with use of tools (bolted types only)
• Compatible with the Alko stabiliser system
• Electrics mounted under the bumper giving a better appearance

Detachable Towbar

An increasingly popular choice in the U.K., detachable ball systems are safe, reliable and easy to use. They are as strong as fixed towbars and can tow the same capacity.

The advantages of a removable swan neck include:

• When not in use can be removed to preserve injury to the "shins".

• The towbar can be completely hidden when the neck is removed. (Vehicle dependant)

• The Towbar is easy to remove by hand with the correct tools (Lockable)

• Unrestricted access to the bolt

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