Thule Tour Rack Side Frames, Model 3205485

Thule Tour Rack Side Frames, model 3205485, add pannier support and alternate bag mounting positions to a Thule Tour Rack. The two-frame accessory is specified for panniers from any brand, but the rack itself is sold separately.

At a glance

Provides extra pannier support and alternate mounting positions on a Thule Tour Rack.
Listing claims compatibility with any generation of Thule Tour Rack and pannier bags from any brand.
The second rail allows panniers to sit in a lower position when the rack is mounted at the front wheel.
Side frames can be converted to InLock mounting panels with the optional Thule InLock Adapter Set, sold separately.

Price

$35.95Save 28%

Reference price: ~~$49.95~~

Price checked: Nov 14, 2026

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Often bought together

Thule Tour Rack, 25lb Capacity, Fits 29 X 2.6 Tires, Fits Most Bikes, MTB | Load up for commuting or touring with the Tour Rack

$110.95

Pros and cons

Pros

Includes two side frames for a full rack upgrade.
The additional lower mounting position can help place front-mounted panniers lower on the rack.
The stated 10mm aluminum rails are intended to fit pannier bags from any brand.

Technical specifications

8 specifications

Identity
Brand	Thule
Model	3205485
Color	Black

Dimensions and installation
Mounting types listed	Rear Seat Mount
Dimensions listed	15"L x 12"W x 3"H
Weight listed	2.1 pounds

Materials
Material listed	Plastic
Rail material and diameter	10mm aluminum rails

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

This is a side-frame accessory, not the Thule Tour Rack itself. Confirm the selected listing's package contents, since its details also identify a rear bike rack as an included component while the product features describe two side frames and say the rack is sold separately. The listed plastic material also differs from the aluminum rails described in the feature text.

What’s in the box

Two side framesCheck selected pack
Rear bike rackCheck selected pack

Check which accessories are included in your selected pack before buying.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Thule Tour Rack owners who want added pannier support or more mounting-position options.
Cyclists setting up panniers for bikepacking, commuting, or a front-wheel rack installation.

Less suited to

Buyers who need a complete bike rack rather than side frames for a separately sold Thule Tour Rack.
Buyers expecting the optional Thule InLock Adapter Set to be included.

Thule Tour Rack Side Frames, Model 3205485 · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.8 / 5 · 62 ratings

5 stars87%87%
4 stars8%8%
3 stars3%3%
2 stars0%0%
1 star2%2%

The aggregate ratings lean strongly positive, with many five-star ratings, but a small share are one- or three-star. Ratings alone do not explain the reasons or establish how the side frames perform. Buyers should weigh them alongside the listing's stated use as an add-on for pannier support, not as a complete rack.

Frequently asked questions

Does this include the Thule Tour Rack?

The feature text describes the rack as sold separately. However, the listing's included-components detail says rear bike rack, so the package contents are contradictory and should be confirmed for the selected listing.

Will the side frames fit panniers from other brands?

The listing says the 10mm aluminum rails are compatible with pannier bags from any brand.

Can panniers be mounted lower on the rack?

The listing says a second rail allows a lower pannier position when the rack is mounted at the front wheel.

Is the InLock Adapter Set included?

No. It is described as optional and sold separately.