Will the Thule T2 Pro XTR Work with My Two E-Bikes with Front Fenders?

Question:

Looking to purchase this rack for our set of ebikes. Both our bikes have front fenders. Will this rack work? if so how?

asked by: Michelle

Expert Reply:

I have a great solution for you. Here at etrailer, we do not recommend using a bike rack like the Thule T2 Pro XTR # TH83JV that uses wheel-mounts with bikes with front and/or rear fenders. The reason why is because the fenders can become cracked or damaged during transport.

With that being said, a great alternative is the Swagman E-Spec Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes # S94FR. In addition to having a frame-mount attachment style to avoid fender damage, the E-Spec is constructed with a longer shank length than the T2 Pro XTR. The distance from center of the pinhole to the closest part of the E-Spec is 10-1/2 inches compared to the 5 inches of the T2 Pro XTR. This measurement is important because a smaller measurement could interfere with the vehicle's bumper. Another advantage of the E-Spec is the per-bike weight capacity (70 pounds compared to the T2 Pro XTR's 60 pounds). If you have fat-tire ebikes, you can purchase one set of the Swagman Fat Tire Cradles # S64679 for each bike.

If you need a compatible hitch receiver that will work with the E-Spec, I would be happy to make you a recommendation if you provide the year/make/model of your vehicle.

expert reply by: Bob C