Quick Summary
The Witter ZX203 is a towball mounted bike rack for 3 bikes, with a stated maximum load of 51 kg. It attaches directly to 50 mm towballs and includes a rear light board for 13-pin sockets.
The rack is designed with a low platform for loading and unloading, and the bikes are held by 2 arms to help keep them separated. A tilt function is included for boot access, although this is not applicable for van vehicles.
Key Details
| Detail | Verified information and buyer relevance |
|---|---|
| Product type | Towball mounted bike rack for 3 bikes, intended for rear-of-car transport. |
| Maximum load | 51 kg total maximum load, so the combined weight of the bikes needs to stay within this limit. |
| Maximum weight per bike | 17 kg per bike, which matters if any single bike is heavier than the stated limit. |
| Fitment | Attaches to 50 mm towballs and includes the required adjuster screw. |
| Light board connection | Supplied with a rear light board and 13-pin plug. |
| Pack contents | Includes the cycle carrier, rear light board, 13-pin plug, two support arms, a cycle retaining strap and the required adjuster screw. |
| Weight | Unladen weight of 15.1 kg, which is relevant when lifting and fitting the rack. |
| Other stated limits | Max tyre width 8 cm, max distance between bike wheels 120 cm, distance between rails 17 cm. |
What to Compare Before Buying
- Towball fit: This rack is for 50 mm towballs, so check that your vehicle has the correct towball size.
- Bike weight: The rack states a 17 kg maximum per bike and 51 kg total load, so compare those figures with your bikes.
- Wheel and tyre size: Check the stated 8 cm tyre width, 120 cm wheel distance and 17 cm rail spacing against your bikes.
- Electrical connection: The light board is supplied with a 13-pin plug, so confirm that this matches your vehicle setup or that you have the right adaptor.
- Vehicle type: The tilt function is not applicable for van vehicles, so this matters if that is the vehicle you plan to use.
Compatibility, Size and Fit
The adjustable wheel holders are intended to suit most common bike types, including children’s bikes, but the stated limits still matter. Check each bike’s weight, tyre width and wheel spacing before choosing this rack. The light board uses a 13-pin connection, and the rack is attachable to 50 mm towballs.
What Is Included
- 1 x Witter ZX203 bike carrier
- Rear light board
- 13-pin plug
- 2 support arms
- Cycle retaining strap
- Required adjuster screw
Before You Decide
Confirm that your vehicle has a 50 mm towball and a 13-pin connection, or the correct adaptor where needed. Check that the combined weight of your bikes stays within the 51 kg limit and that no single bike exceeds 17 kg. Also make sure the wheel and tyre dimensions suit the stated rack limits, and note that the tilt function is not applicable for van vehicles.
