Compatibility of Thule EasyFold XT and Thule Epos With Yakima BackSwing
Question:
We are considering the Thule EasyFold XT or Epos for our Ford F150 pickup. In order to have full access to the truck bed I would like to use a Yakima Backswing with it since it appears the tailgate would not open fully even with the bikes tilted down. Potentially we will want to use it with bikes in the future. Would this combination be appropriate or would the extra connection and length be too stressful? Thank you.
asked by: Rich O
Expert Reply:
Hi Rich; the Yakima BackSwing # Y02483 is not compatible with the Thule EasyFold XT # TH903202 or Epos # TH99XE. Both of these use an adapter to fit a 2" hitch and the BackSwing only works with a solid 2" shank. On the opposite side, Thule does not recommend using either of these bike racks with a swing away adapter.
If you want to use the BackSwing I recommend using a different bike rack like the Yakima OnRamp LX # Y88DJ. This has a high capacity for e-bikes at 80 lbs per bike and has an integrated ramp for easy loading. It is also worth noting that the BackSwing will reduce the capacity of your hitch by 50%. Keep that in mind since you have to figure the weight of the adapter (35 lbs) plus the weight of your chosen bike rack along with the bikes.
Products Referenced in This Question
Thule Epos Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Wheel or Frame Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Wheel Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 2 Bikes
- Class 1
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- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Electric Bikes
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Yakima BackSwing Swing Away Hitch Extender for Bike Racks - 2" Hitches
- Hitch Adapters
- Swing-Away Hitch Adapter
- Bike Racks
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 250 lbs
- Yakima
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Yakima OnRamp LX Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes - 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 2 Bikes
- Class 3
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Electric Bikes
- Fat Tire Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
- Yakima
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Thule EasyFold XT Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
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- Class 1
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
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- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Electric Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
- Thule
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Rich
11/24/2024
Hi Robin, Thank you very much for your response. I see that in my original question I made a typo. I meant to say it would likely be used with E-bikes in the future. Exact weight unknown at this time but it seems if we want to use a swing arm with it and the capacity is reduced 50%, it would seem unlikely that any rack/ swing arm combination could be used for 60-70 lb E-bikes even if the batteries are removable. Or do you have a recommendation for this scenario? Another detail is that besides the F150, it may need to be used on a Sprinter type RV in the future. Thanks Rich