Comparing the Two Best E-Bike Racks from Thule and Yakima
Question:
We drive a 2006 Lexus GX470. We have a 2” hitch mount. We bought two Rad Mini Ebikes each weighing 60 # with battery removed. Which bike racks would you suggest we compare. Please note our rear door opens on the left and opens out not up/down. Thank you for your reply in advance.
asked by: Samantha M
Expert Reply:
For heavier e-bikes like yours there are two frontrunners for bike racks to consider with the Thule EasyFold XT part # TH903202 and the Yakima OnRamp part # Y36FR. What sets these apart from others is they both have ramps to make loading and unloading bikes easier since e-bikes are heavy.
The EasyFold folds down into a smaller size when not in use which helps for garage storage but the OnRamp is 6 lbs lighter at 39 lbs compared to 45. That's how I'd pick if I were you. Which would you prefer? Something a little lighter or something that stores a bit smaller? Also the Yakima currently is priced noticeable better which is a big factor too.
I attached review videos for both racks for you to check out as well.
Products Referenced in This Question
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
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 2 Bikes
- Class 1
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Electric Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
- Thule
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