Yakima Tube Top Bike Adapter Bar
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Yakima Tube Top Bike Adapter Bar
Item # Y02531
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Yakima Accessories and Parts - Y02531
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Spare Tire Bike Racks
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Adapter Bar
- Frame
- Yakima
For female or oddly shaped frames, throw on a Tube Top Adapter. The adapter attaches quickly and easily between your handlebars and seat post to form a sturdy, horizontal bar, which makes the bike compatible with most hitch mounted carriers.
Features:
- Creates a straight tube top for female or oddly shaped bike frames
- Installs quickly and securely on wide range of bikes
- Keeps bikes secure on single- or dual-arm mounts
- Has adjustable, large-diameter tubing and anti-rotation inserts
- Provides greater bike stability
- Attaches to bike with molded collars
- Collars are gentle on bike stem and seat post
Specs:
- Fits most bike frames and styles
- Capacity: 1 bike at 45 lbs
- Weight: 3.5 lbs
- Retracted length:
- Overall: 25-3/8"
- Tube only: 14"
- Extended length:
- Overall: 31-1/2"
- Tube only: 22-1/8"
- Lifetime warranty
8002531 Yakima Tube Top Bike Adapter Bar
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Customer Satisfaction Score:
96% were satisfied with this product
4% of customers were not satisfied
- Wrong item was ordered
- Product did not meet expectations
- Did not arrive in time
Customer Reviews
Yakima Tube Top Bike Adapter Bar - Y02531
Average Customer Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars (195 Customer Reviews)
For female or oddly shaped frames, throw on a Tube Top Adapter. The adapter attaches quickly and easily between your handlebars and seat post to form a sturdy, horizontal bar, which makes the bike compatible with most hitch mounted carriers.by: Dave R08/18/2013
Purchased this unit only after my original adapter bar (from Swagman) was on back order. I called eTrailer after not seeing any activity from my order in 2 days. That's when I was made aware that it was not available for another couple of weeks. Not a big deal but would have liked to be notified sooner and not have the rest of my order delayed because of the adapter bar.
The unit is well built, heavy duty and very sturdy. Locking arms lock in place with a click to let you know they're locked. Doesn't fit my wife's bike that well (a bit long) but I've gotten it to work. Used it over the weekend on a 4hr trip and looked and performed great. Thanks eTrailer
by: Julie K06/29/2014
Prior to purchasing the bike rack, we loaded our bikes in the back of our CRV. We had not purchased a rack before as we were told that there weren't any racks that would fit a CRV. That's where etrailer.com came in - I went on line and found the site and the rest is history. The bike rack came quickly and with a few adjustments, it was soon on the back of the CRV. Unfortunately, I did not realize that a female bike required an adapter bar so we were unable to use the rack with both bikes until the second order arrived with the adapter enclosed. Friendly and prompt communication from etrailer.com on both orders. I definitely recommend purchasing this product from etrailer.com - just don't forget a Tube Top adapter if one of your two bikes is for a woman!
Janet
7/8/2014
Hi, is your Honda CRV a 2014 5door?How many stabilizing straps do you have?Thank you!Janet
Patrick B.
7/10/2014
We looked up Julie's order and it is a 2005 Honda CR-V. The bike rack is a Yakima SpareTime, it bolts to the spare tire mount so there are no straps used to secure the rack to the vehicle. Each bike is held on with 3 straps, 2 across the top tube to secure the bike to the rack and 1 around the seat post to keep the bike from swinging. As you know, your 2014 doesn't have the rear mounted spare, so your bike rack options are roof, hitch or trunk/hatch mounted. I've added a link to all the trunk racks we have that will fit your CR-V, if you're interested in roof or hitch mounte instead, let me know.
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by: John 02/04/2024
The Yakima Tube Bar was very easy to mount SECURLY on my wife's bike in a matter of minutes. I'm seriously considering getting another one for to use for my bike as well. FYI, I am also very pleased with the Yakima two-bike car rack i had purchased earlier.
by: Gregory05/01/2020
Decent little rack. I mounted this on a 2020 Jeep Renegade 4x4 Limited. It was difficult to get set up and as a ton of slack on the tie downs. I just cut them and burned the nylon since this is the only vehicle that this rack will ever be on. Secured one bike, rode well with little movement. Secured two bikes, a little wiggle. Secured three bikes and I was not comfortable at all!!
The bikes I loaded are a Giant Stance 1 29er Full Suspension, Trek Marlin 5 hardtail and a Liv Bliss 2. The total of weight of these 3 bikes is 92 pounds, shouldn't be that big of an issue... however, when looking at the directions on Yakima site, it says that 90 pounds includes the weight of the rack?!?!?! I mean come on be real as to what people can put on their rack without the weight of the rack. I would not buy this again if I had the choice.
However, etrailer... you guys rock. Super fast shipping and easy check-out!!
by: Joe G10/20/2013
Etrailer.com not only had the best price for the adapter bar I was looking for, but they did not gouge me on shipping costs. After ordering you get emails at every stage, than the best of all, I received an email stating they bumped my order from standard to priority at no additional charges. I will check etrailer.com in the future for purchases, outstanding customer service and delivery.
by: Doug 12/30/2023
Works well with my daughter's mountain bike. Was easy to use in combination with our Yakima FullBack 3 rack.
by: Sem Tiep06/24/2022
It allow me to secure my step thru Lectric E bikes on the Hollywood Sport bike rack.
by: Teresa R05/08/2014
I received the Yakima bike rack from etrailer for my Jeep. I received it quickly and found it easy to attach. I then determined that since I have a woman's/mountain bike I needed the tube top adapter. I do wish I would have known that so I could have ordered everything at the same time. I now have it all and everything works great!
by: John 07/20/2023
Second time in a row that ordering from etrailer saved me money over the manufacturer. At the time of ordering these bars Yakima’s site was charging $39 for them, etrailer was $29 and with free, (over $99 since I bought 4) fast shipping. I would advise anyone to do your comparative shopping with etrailer, same brand name just cheaper.
by: Jen09/11/2016
I placed an order for a Swagman bike rack and and 2 adapter bars with etrailer.com in early August 2016. A week later I received a notice that the adapter bars were on back order, but my order would be sent once they were available. Another several weeks passed and I called etrailer.com to inquire about the status. I spoke with Pat C. who explained that there was no expected date for shipment, but she could replace the adapter bars with another brand. I was happy with the offer and accepted. Then Pat checked the rest of my order and was very happy to tell me that the bike rack was on sale for Labor Day. She cancelled my previous order and started a new one. Pat saved me nearly $50! My order was shipped later that day and I received it two days later. It was a delight to speak with Pat. She was friendly, helpful and showed great interest in making the customer happy. I will definitely use etrailer.com again.
Jen
10/23/2017
I am still living both products!
by: Awarn112808/12/2023
This is a junk system for an rv. Have to keep redoing codes every trip
Don’t waste your money
by: Felicia07/10/2023
We received a damaged box, damaged items, no instructions, the nuts and bolts are completely stripped and not inside a bag. This was obviously used, returned, not checked for quality and sent out. We are extremely upset.
Rebecca N.
7/13/2023
Oh my goodness! I will have our Customer Service team reach out as soon as possible. We can have replacements sent out.
by: Thomas 03/20/2024
Very good accessory!!
by: Greg06/01/2023
In theory it’s a good idea. Caused damage to bike seat. Yakima can do better. Get a roof rack and save your bikes from the wear and tear.
by: Todd 03/11/2024
Awesome customer service, Thank you for your help!
by: Kathy 08/12/2023
Good product to stabilize the bikes in the Yakima rack. Fast delivery received it in 2 days!
by: Catherine08/26/2022
The Bike Adapter Bar works as intended. The buttons to release the two ends are recessed and difficult to press open. The bar is heavy and adds additional unecessary weight as I life my bike on my rack.
by: Gttegg02/09/2024
Easy ordering and fast shipping
by: Kevin03/14/2023
Don't like it
part of support loops around bike seat which could loosen during driving.
my opinion its not safe
Jenny N.
3/16/2023
I completely understand your concerns about the bike adapter bar. This bike adapter bar will fit loosely on the bike until the bike is placed on the rack. The bike adapter bars have tension pushing on them both ways. At that point gravity pulls the bike down, and the bike rack arms holding the adapter up, will keep it secure. They are tested to make sure that they are safe to use.
by: Perfect09/06/2016
After a consult with an eTrailer rep, I finally settled on the Saris. I used this for a 3 hour trip (6 hours round trip) with 3 bikes on a lexus NX200T. The video does not show that you need to remove a piece for certain tow hitches. Once I figured that out, it was very easy to assemble. The bikes remained stable and did not get scratched. The locking mechanism added greater stability for the bikes and security when we stopped at rest stops. Remember to buy a cross bar add on if the bike does not have one. I had 2 bikes with the add on, and one without. All 3 bikes remained secure for the trip
by: Scott07/17/2020
ill give it 2 stars, and only for it's sturdiness. what a bad design. first off, why would you not make the collars adjustable. adjustable collars would allow tightening of bar to seat post and goose neck to eliminate bike movement once mounted. a locking mechanism for telescoping bar itself would do the same thing. this top bar has neither. matter of fact, for some odd reason, most top bar adapters on the market don't. the overly large collar mechanisms also limit mounting points, meaning not much left to right movement on the bike rack itself in order to get bikes out of way of each other. if you ever tried mounting 3 to 4 bikes on a 4-bike rack you know what i'm talking about. needless to say sending them back and will remove bottle mount cages to make bikes fit together.....
by: Jose05/30/2022
Great product. Secure my bicycle easier and make transportation faster.
by: Larry Wildes05/17/2011
The price, and product were great. Delivery was prompt. The bike bar adapter works great, the only issue was when using the front of the bar on the handlebar stem the front wheel was to close to the ground when mounted on the bike rack, but this was resolved by placing the front of the bar on the top of the fork tube of the frame, the extra 1 1/2" gained by doing this leveled ot the bike on the rack, and gave me the clearance needed. The bike is a 1947 Monark Super Deluxe womens bike, with a tank, and dual springer front end. Thanks for a great product !!
Sincerly,
Larry Wildes
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by: Tom08/28/2020
Worked great on my wife’s bike. Balances her bike while on the rack
Tom
8/29/2021
Works great!! I have had this for a year now and makes hanging my wife’s 630 beach cruiser easy.
by: Donald08/19/2023
Good response, but, the wrong product was sent after emailing customer service and sending a photo from the manual pointing out what was needed. I have already purchased material to accomplish the need.
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Well, its been over a year now and the Yakima Tube Top Bike Adapter still looks great and is holding up well to the rigors Ive put it through. Thanks again eTrailer.com