The Thule EasyFold XT # TH903202 is just simply the latest version of the original Thule EasyFold 9032 which has some additional/improved features. The old carrier is referred to as the Thule EasyFold whereas the new carrier is referred to the Thule EasyFold XT. There is currently no such thing as the Thule EasyFold XT 2.
The first improved feature of the EasyFold XT is the ability to carry bikes with larger tires. The EasyFold XT will accommodate bikes with tires up to 3" wide whereas... view full answer...
With the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # CU64FR on your 2018 Subaru Forester you will have approximately 2" from the hitch pin center hole to the farthest point on your rear bumper.
The Thule T2 Pro XTR Bike Rack # TH83JV has the following measurements.
Distance from center of hitch pin hole to:
Closest part of rack when folded down: 7"
Closest part of rack when folded up: 5"
Farthest part of rack when folded down: 41-1/2"
Farthest part of rack when folded up: 20-1/2"
The... view full answer...
The Thule EasyFold XT # TH903202 is the latest version of the Thule EasyFold TH9032 and there are a few upgrades to what is already considered by many to be the best bike rack available, due in large part to its quality of life features. It still has the same 65 lb per bike capacity and can work in 1-1/4" or 2" hitches.
The EasyFold XT # TH903202 can handle 3" tires or up to 4-11/16" tires with Fat Bike Straps # TH985101 while the EasyFold TH9032 was limited to 2-1/2" wide tires. The EasyFold... view full answer...
When looking at platform-style bike carriers like the Swagman XTC-2, part # S64670, fixed rack means the rack will not tilt away from the rear of the vehicle allowing access to the rear cargo area. A fixed rack will not fold up or tilt.
The fold-up feature means that the rack will fold up while installed in the hitch to provide more room at the rear of the vehicle when unloaded. Some bike racks have a fold-up feature, and a tilt-away feature, while other bike racks have the fold-up feature... view full answer...
The Thule T2 Pro XTR 2 Bike Platform Rack # TH83JV is a very nice rack that will tilt-away, fold-up, and will hold the bikes by their wheels. That rack will allow bikes up to 60 lbs each and with tires up to 5 inches wide. The closest part of the rack when folded is 5 inches from the center of the hitch pin and the carrier weighs 52 lbs.
The Kuat Sherpa 2.0 2-Bike Platform Rack # SH22G is also a very nice rack that will tilt-away, fold-up, and holds the bikes by their wheels. The rack... view full answer...
Yes, the Kuat NV 2.0 Base Bike Rack for 2 Bikes, # BA22B has a distance of 13" between bikes while the Thule EasyFold XT, # TH903202 has 9". Each of these bike racks are top quality and highly rated from customer feedback. The Thule EasyFold XT, # TH903202 will provide you with a weight capacity of 65 lbs. per bike while the Kuat option, # BA22B, has 60 lbs. per bike. If you are concerned with distance, and want the max available, then I suggest the Kuat NV 2.0 Base Bike Rack for 2 Bikes,... view full answer...
There are a few minor differences between the Kuat NV 2.0 bike carrier, part # NV22G-NA22G, and the Kuat NV 2.0 Base carrier, par # BA22B-BA02B.
Both bike carriers have a 60-lb capacity per bike when carrying just 2 bikes but when the add-on is attached the weight capacity drops to 40-lbs per bike.
The biggest difference is the distance from the hitch pin hole to the closest part of the carrier when folded up or down. On the NV 2.0, the distance when the rack is folded up is 7-inches... view full answer...
There are a number of options that will work great on your 2015 Ford Transit Connect. The Yakima RidgeBack # Y02458 is an example however the Kuat Alpha is no longer available. I've linked out hitch mounted 4-bike racks for you.
The RidgeBack carries up to 4 bikes and fits on a Class II or Class III trailer hitch receiver. It folds down flat with arms and shank folding against the mast. It includes a lock to secure the rack to your Transit however to lock the bikes to the rack is a... view full answer...
The Thule EasyFold XT 2 E-Bike Platform Rack part # TH903202 is a great option for e-bikes and so is the Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE Bike Rack part # HLY74FR. That said, there are some features on the EasyFold that you don't get with the Sport Rider which are game changers for those who either struggle with heavy lifting or those who are just looking for more convivence. This of course is the integrated ramps on the EasyFold which make loading the heavy bikes much easier. The EasyFold... view full answer...
Hollywood Racks RV Rider Bike Rack # HLY64FR (HR1700) has padded clamps to mount to the bike frame and is approved for car, van, truck, SUV, motorhome, fifth wheel, and flat towed vehicle usage. It has slightly larger dimensions than the HR1500 with the distance from center of hitch pin hole on standard shank to:
Closest part of rack when folded down: 12"
Closest part of rack when folded up: 7-1/2"
Farthest part of rack when folded down: 32"
Farthest part of rack when folded up: 18-1/4"
The... view full answer...
The Montague Paratrooper Pro Folding Bike 16" Frame # PROBLK16, 18" Frame # PROBLK18 and 20" Frame # PROBLK20 will have the following upgrades over the Montague Paratrooper Folding Bike 18" Frame # PARDC18 and 20" Frame # PARDC20.
Pro has 27 Speeds vs 24 speeds
Pro has 100mm of shock travel vs 80mm
Pro has ability to lock out front shocks
Pro uses 26” x 1.95” tires versus 26? x 2.10?
Pro is matte black vs matte cammy green view full answer...
I did some research into this for you and these are not the same parts. While both are made by Thule they are for different bike racks that have different attachment methods and the dimensions are different.
The Fat Bike Straps for Thule EasyFold XT Bike Rack # TH985101 that you are getting measure 25" long and 1" wide. They also attach using the existing hardware from your Thule EasyFold XT rack.
The Replacement Wheel Strap for Thule DoubleTrack Pro 2 Bike Platform Rack # TH8542378001... view full answer...
This is a good question, as a lot of people want to know the real differences between the Thule EasyFold XT # TH903202 (which fits both a 1-1/4" - Class I and II & 2" hitch) and Yakima OnRamp # Y96FR (fits 1-1/4" hitch - Class II only) & # Y36FR (fits 2" hitch). While there are a number of obvious similarities in that they both have ramps and use clamps to grasp your bikes, for overall convenience the better rack is the EasyFold XT # TH903202.
Let's start with installation and removal,... view full answer...
Most e-bikes do typically weigh a good bit more than the standard bike weight of 30-35-lbs and most bike racks are limited to this 35-lb weight for each bike.
Since the Green Bike USA GB500 weighs 57-lbs you will definitely need a higher-capacity rack like the Thule EasyFold XT 2 Electric Bike Platform Rack # TH903202. This rack directly accepts tires up to 3-inches wide and it can be fitted with Fat Bike tire adapter # TH985101 which lets it hold tires up to 4-11/16-inches wide.
Thule... view full answer...
Yakima tends to be a bit more cautious with their bike racks which is why they say not to use the Yakima OnRamp # Y96FR with a Class I hitch whereas Thule isn't concerned about that with their EasyFold XT Bike Rack # TH903202.
Class I hitch receivers tend to be pretty weak so it's really up to the bike rack manufacturer whether or not they feel comfortable approving their rack being used on a Class I. This actually isn't super uncommon so I recommend sticking with what the bike rack manufacturer... view full answer...
The trailer hitch that I recommend you use for carrying a bike rack with your 2014 Subaru Legacy is the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7205 because the crosstube is hidden which means you only see the hitch receiver and it gives you a really clean look. If you'd rather go with a trailer hitch that is a little more cost-effective then I recommend the Draw-Tite # 75673 because it is a little easier to install than the Curt # C13158. Please note that the EcoHitch is the only... view full answer...
The Thule # TH903202 and the Yakima # Y02443 HoldUp are pretty different. The answer to your question will primarily depend on the bikes you're wanting to carry.
The EasyFold is primarily designed for electric bikes (although it can hold regular bikes too). It has a 65 lb weight capacity per bike, and provides a removable ramp to make loading and unloading heavy bikes easy as can be. Due to the design of the rack, it offers an extra-long shank to provide plenty of clearance between the... view full answer...
In regards to the Kuat NV 2.0 2-Bike Platform Rack part # NV22G (52 lbs) and the Thule EasyFold XT 2 E-Bike Platform Rack part # TH903202 (45 lbs), the Kuat NV will take up less space than the Thule EasyFold since it folds up flat against the vehicle. The Kuat NV while folded up measures 18-1/2" from the center of the hitch pin hole to the end of the rack. view full answer...
For your 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT Hatchback, I recommend the Curt model # C11509. As long as you don't have dual exhausts the USA-made Curt hitch is a solid choice for using a bike rack. Curt recommends using an accessory support strap # 18050 with this hitch to help take some of the stress off the hitch tube. This is a good idea with any hitch.
For your heavier electric bikes there are several good rack options but there is one particular platform bike carrier that leads the way for use... view full answer...
The Swagman Hitch Bike Rack # S64665 measures 12-3/4 inches from the center of the hitch pin hole to the closest part of the bike rack when folded down. When we installed hitch # 75270, which you referenced, on a 2000 Honda Odyssey, we found that the distance from the center of the hitch pin hole on the trailer hitch to the rear-most point of the bumper was 6 inches. This would give you 5-3/4 inches of clearance between your rear bumper and the closest part of the bike rack. You likely... view full answer...
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