Which Bike Rack Swing Adapter Adds Least Amount of Length to Bike Rack Setup

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Hi, Im trying to determine the different extension lengths added by the Yakima Backswing, and Kuat Pivot 2. I found mention of the older Access adding about 13.2inch to the overall rack length, but Im hoping the Pivot or Backswing add less. Is this information available somewhere? Ive looked, really! Thanks

asked by: Patrick C

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Expert Reply:

The Kuat Pivot 2 # PVP20B adds an additional 12-3/16 inches to the rack setup, The Thule Access was right at 13.2 inches and the Yakima Backswing # Y02483 is 14 inches. So for the shortest setup you'd want the Kuat.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

Those are two good choices, but between the Kuat and Yakima swing away extenders, I definitely recommend going with the option from Yakima, which is the following part number: - Yakima BackSwing Swing Away Hitch Extender #Y02483 There are a couple…

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Answer 5

If you are trying to get the swing away adapter that is closest to the vehicle's bumper, here are the measurements to the closest part of the rack from the shank receiver pinhole: Kuat Pivot 2 Swing Away Hitch Extender for Bike Racks #PVP20B:…

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