Most desired type of towbar due to the option of the neck being easily detached from the vehicle when not in use, making it invisible.
Detachable Towbars
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Detachable Style Towbars
Does not affect parking sensors whatsoever.
Electrics can be hidden behind the bumper, un-affecting the appearance of the vehicle.
Compatible with Alko style stabilisers.
Detachable Towbar Disadvantages
Most expensive type of towbar
With detachable style towbars there are only a certain range of cycle carriers that are compatible.
Most accessories cannot be bolted on i.e. bumper guards.
How to Remove a Detachable Towbar Neck
Installing and removing the neck of a detachable towbar is quick and simple, in just a few moves:
To install
- Remove the cap from the receiver
- Place the neck into position and push in until it locks automatically
- Insert the key and turn anti-clockwise towards yourself to secure against theft
To remove
- Inset the key, turn clockwise to unlock
- Push the locking handle inwards and turn clockwise
- At the same time and with the other hand, pull the neck away (it might need wiggling as you pull the neck out, especially if new)
- Place the bung/cap back into the receiver.
We also supply and fit flange style towbars and swan neck style towbars – Read about the different characteristics for each towbar.