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Yakima StageTwo Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount - Black
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Yakima StageTwo Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount - Black
Part Number: Y88TD
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$1,647.90
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Yakima Hitch Bike Rack - Y88TD
- 4 Bikes
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Platform Rack
- Carbon Fiber Bikes
- Electric Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Wheel Mount
- Yakima
- Class 3
- Bike and Hitch Lock
Your bikes are built to turn heads, and so is the StageTwo. Sleek, modern, and built tough, it keeps your e-bikes and big trail machines locked in tight and wobble-free. Focus on the ride ahead and let the rack handle the rough road to the trail.
Highlights
- E-Bikes, Fat Bikes - No Sweat: Hauls the big rides, whether they're electric, oversized, or just built different.
- Loading Without the Backache: Easy to load, even easier with the ramp (sold separately).
- Tilts for Easy Access: Need snacks or gear? Tilt, grab, and go - no need to unload your bikes first.
- Security You Can Trust: Built-in cable and hitch locks secure your bikes and the rack.
- Stable and Secure: Keeps bikes safe, even on bumpy roads and long hauls.
- Tool-Free Installation: Just slide it into your hitch, tighten it down by hand, and you're ready to load up.
Features to know about
A Rack That Looks as Good as Your Ride
You have a nice-looking car and nice-looking bikes - you want a bike rack to match. The StageTwo is as premium as the bikes it carries. It's not some clunky add-on but a well-built rack that looks like it belongs on your vehicle. If the goal is to turn heads, the StageTwo delivers.
V-Shaped Trays Center Your Bikes Automatically
The V-shaped trays on the StageTwo aren't just for looks - they automatically center your tires, keeping your bikes steady while you load. No more awkward balancing acts - just roll them in, strap them down, and let the rack handle the rest.
Tilts with a Simple Squeeze
Grabbing gear from the trunk shouldn't mean unloading all your bikes. With the StageTwo, a quick squeeze of the handle tilts the rack out of the way - no awkward balancing acts, no complicated levers. Need snacks? A jacket? No problem. Grab what you need and get back on the road.
No Scratches, No Stress
Your bike isn't just a ride - it's your trusted companion on every adventure. The last thing it needs is a rack that clamps down on the frame and leaves it covered in scratches. The StageTwo secures your bikes by the front wheels, keeping carbon, custom, and full-suspension frames free from scuffs and pressure dents. Load up, lock in, and roll out knowing your bike stays safe and looking great.
Extra Security, Your Way
You're loaded up and ready to head out, but you need to eat or fuel up before you get to the trail. But leaving your bikes unattended? Not a chance, even with the built-in cable lock. The StageTwo has a dedicated lock loop, so you can add a high-quality bike lock for extra security. Now you can grab a burger or stop for supplies, knowing your bikes will be right where you left them when you're ready to roll again.
Tool-Free Setup
Fumbling with wrenches and bolts can be a real pain. The locking hand-knob secures the rack in your hitch with a simple twist - no tools, no frustration, just a secure hold. Turn, lock, and roll out while everyone else is still digging through their toolbox.
Carries Four, Drops to Two in a Snap
Some days you're hauling bikes for the whole crew, other days it's just you and the open road. The StageTwo does both. It starts as a four-bike rack, but when you don't need the extra capacity, just pop off the front section with the included Allen key, stash it at home or in your trunk, and swap the handle. Now, it's a lean, mean two-bike setup - no extra parts, no complicated conversions.
Upgrade Your Ride with These Add-Ons
The StageTwo gets the job done on its own, but a couple key add-ons (each sold separately) can make your life easier and take your setup to the next level:
Hoisting heavy e-bikes or fat bikes isn't for everyone. The loading ramp (Y39VR) lets you roll your bike into place, so you can save your energy for the ride and avoid putting unnecessary stress on your back.
Most states require your license plate to be visible. The light and license plate kit (Y59VR) helps you stay legal while keeping your setup visible in low light. Plug it in, light it up, and make sure other drivers see you when it matters most.
Specs
Vehicle & RV Compatibility:
Application:
- 2" Trailer hitch receivers
Capacity:
- Bikes: 4
- Weight capacity (on road):
- 70 lbs per bike (inner 2 positions)
- 40 lbs per bike (outer 2 positions)
- Weight capacity (off-road):
- 42 lbs per bike (inner 2 positions)
- 24 lbs per bike (outer 2 positions)
- Maximum tire width: 5"
- Maximum wheelbase: 52"
- Maximum wheel diameter: 29"
Dimensions and weight:
- Distance from center of hitch pin hole to:
- Closest part of rack: 5-1/2"
- Farthest part of bike rack when folded down: 65-1/2"
- Farthest part of bike rack when folded up: 16"
- Weight: 108 lbs
Color & Construction:
- Black powder coated steel
- Made in the USA
Warranty:
- Limited lifetime
8002758 Yakima Stage Two Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount - Anthracite
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Replaces Yakima Y75AR
Ratings & Reviews
4.6
20 reviews
by:
Stu-in-VT
08/08/2026
Great rack! I'd say BEST rack on the market for securing e-bikes to an RV or trailer (we tried others).
It's very sturdy, it attaches into your 2" trailer hitch receiver easily and securely (MUCH better than our Saris rack), without lying on your back under low vehicles. I also like the locking mechanism to the hitch receiver that prevents theft, simple and secure, without an extra part to lose.
Our two e-bikes very rode well on our RV in this rack through a 6,000 mile journey that included at least 20 miles of washboard dirt roads. I re-tightened this rack to the hitch receiver just once during the trip. Otherwise the bikes moved very little. Getting the bikes on/off was pretty easy and the locking arms and back wheel straps held them well. The locking arms are simple to lock/unlock and are designed so you can use your body weight to tighten them, but they release easily when you want.
Minor Con: The included cable locks need to be longer to lock the entire bike (to prevent theft). We could only get the cable around the front wheel, only adequate if a bike fell off. We used these cable locks, but also bought a 12' cable and padlock to secure our two e-bikes from theft, attaching it through the rack's integrated lock loop.
It's very sturdy, it attaches into your 2" trailer hitch receiver easily and securely (MUCH better than our Saris rack), without lying on your back under low vehicles. I also like the locking mechanism to the hitch receiver that prevents theft, simple and secure, without an extra part to lose.
Our two e-bikes very rode well on our RV in this rack through a 6,000 mile journey that included at least 20 miles of washboard dirt roads. I re-tightened this rack to the hitch receiver just once during the trip. Otherwise the bikes moved very little. Getting the bikes on/off was pretty easy and the locking arms and back wheel straps held them well. The locking arms are simple to lock/unlock and are designed so you can use your body weight to tighten them, but they release easily when you want.
Minor Con: The included cable locks need to be longer to lock the entire bike (to prevent theft). We could only get the cable around the front wheel, only adequate if a bike fell off. We used these cable locks, but also bought a 12' cable and padlock to secure our two e-bikes from theft, attaching it through the rack's integrated lock loop.
by:
Wilson etrailer employee
02/10/2025
Needed a quick and easy way to take a couple of bikes to a week-long camping trip. This rack was easy to use, I loved that I didn't need a separate hitch pin. It was a bit heavy when installing it but it did the job just great.
The latch to tilt the rack up and down could be a bit tough to actually squeeze - but I figured out that if you sort of lifted up on the rack at the same time you squeeze the latch, then it worked no problem.
Usefulness: *****
Portability: *****
Ease of Use: **** - latch for tilt function could be a bit temperamental until you figured out to lift first.
The latch to tilt the rack up and down could be a bit tough to actually squeeze - but I figured out that if you sort of lifted up on the rack at the same time you squeeze the latch, then it worked no problem.
Usefulness: *****
Portability: *****
Ease of Use: **** - latch for tilt function could be a bit temperamental until you figured out to lift first.
by:
Tim
06/17/2024
WARNING: Do not buy this rack if you have an RV and a super/heavy duty pickup truck with a commercial duty hitch and a class 3 adapter sleeve and you want to use both the RV and truck hitch.
This product is very well made and I like it. I want people to know that there is an inherent safety issue to be aware of.
This product is one of a very few that is rated for use on fifth wheels. The vast majority of fifth wheel owners have heavy duty/super duty pickup trucks to pull their fifth wheels. Therefore they probably have a 2" hitch on the fifth wheel and likely a commercial duty 2-1/2" hitch on their truck.
Therefore many customers will want to put the bike rack on their fifth wheel AND also on their trucks when disconnected.(particularly when camping, traveling and exploring). Some customers will certainly try to use the rack on the truck with a class 3 sleeve. This is dangerous and not permitted even though it is possible to install it in the truck hitch.
The rack can possibly be fixed to work on a HD hitch a couple of ways with a bolted connection or other methods, but in the current form it does not work and the rack could fall off. Any modifications to the rack will void the warranty.
The marketing materials should make this well known or Yakima should fix the design of the rack.
Also this rack requires the removal of the bike front fenders.
This product is very well made and I like it. I want people to know that there is an inherent safety issue to be aware of.
This product is one of a very few that is rated for use on fifth wheels. The vast majority of fifth wheel owners have heavy duty/super duty pickup trucks to pull their fifth wheels. Therefore they probably have a 2" hitch on the fifth wheel and likely a commercial duty 2-1/2" hitch on their truck.
Therefore many customers will want to put the bike rack on their fifth wheel AND also on their trucks when disconnected.(particularly when camping, traveling and exploring). Some customers will certainly try to use the rack on the truck with a class 3 sleeve. This is dangerous and not permitted even though it is possible to install it in the truck hitch.
The rack can possibly be fixed to work on a HD hitch a couple of ways with a bolted connection or other methods, but in the current form it does not work and the rack could fall off. Any modifications to the rack will void the warranty.
The marketing materials should make this well known or Yakima should fix the design of the rack.
Also this rack requires the removal of the bike front fenders.
by:
Michael
10/10/2024
It's a very nice rack with robust build quality. Adding the Stage 2 is not all that simple but it is solid. The total length of both racks looks a bit shocking at first but we haven't had any issues during travel. The rack doesn't totally block my tail lights but I added a flashing light at the release handle and some reflective stickers facing rearward on the platforms for extra safety (a tail light accessory is available).
by:
Raymond
06/07/2024
Good design and quality of craftsmanship. The extras with the Yakima stage 2, are what make it worth the extra money, the tiered rails and each bike being locked with a cable inside the wheel holder. And a keyed alike lock for hitch provides security for the entire set up.
by:
Michael
10/10/2024
It's a very nice rack with robust build quality, and it is easy to use. My only complaint is that it does loosen up a bit in the hitch receiver after a couple of trips, so I recommend checking it regularly. I have it paired with the Stage 2 for carrying the family's mountain bikes.
by:
Douglas
09/25/2024
Very heavy duty so works well with my relatively heavy e-bike. Only complaint is that it is heavy so installing and removing is a workout.
by:
Susan
10/05/2023
It was so easy navigating the web site. The E Bike Trailer was shipped the same day that I ordered and it arrived in 2 days! The price point was great. Highly recommend
by:
J
04/27/2025
Heavy, but high quality and easy to use!
by:
Darren
12/13/2024
Awesome! We love it.
by:
Alan
10/04/2024
I bought this because it is rated to withstand the back of an RV. Very well constructed.
by:
Roger
01/20/2024
Very pleased with the rack. Holds our e-bikes very well and able to use on our RV. Ordered on Thursday and got on Saturday
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Ron
06/11/2026
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Brett
02/10/2024
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Cynthia
09/12/2023
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06/05/2024
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view full answer... - Can Yakima StageTwo Bike Rack for 4 Bikes Carry Fat Tire BikesHey Luke, thanks for reaching out! The Yakima StageTwo Bike Rack for 4 Bikes, both the Black # Y88TD and Gray # Y78TD, will work with tires up to 5" wide according to Yakima, so you'll be good to go! What bikes are you planning on carrying?
view full answer... - Does the Yakima StageTwo Bike Rack for 4 Bikes Have Built in Locks?Yes, to both! The Yakima StageTwo Bike Rack for 4 Bikes item # Y88TD and item # Y78TD have the One-Key System with locks that secure both the bikes and the rack. What kind of bikes do you have?
view full answer... - Do You Have a 4-Bike Platform Bike Rack That Swings Away? I am sorry Charles but there are no 4-bike platform bike racks that swing away like your Yakima FullSwing Bike Rack item # Y02465. However, I do have a solution. You can use the Yakima StageTwo Bike Rack for 4 Bikes item # Y88TD and the Yakima BackSwing Swing Away Hitch Extender for Bike Racks item # Y02483. Unlike the Yakima HoldUp Bike Rack for 4 Bikes item # Y02443-2, you were looking at, the Yakima StageTwo Bike Rack for 4 Bikes item # Y88TD has been approved to use Yakima's Backswing...
view full answer... - Do Yakima StageTwo Bike Racks Fold Up and DownHey Jacoby, the Yakima StageTwo bike racks like the part # Y88TD and # Y78TD do tilt up when not in use and can tilt down for rear cargo area access as well. I attached a couple pictures to show you what I mean.
view full answer... - What are the Capacities of the Trays for the Yakima StageTwo Bike Rack for 4 Bikes?Yes, it does! The Yakima StageTwo Bike Rack for 4 Bikes item # Y78TD and item # Y88TD can both be converted to a 2-bike carrier. The capacity for the bike rack breaks down as follows: 70 lbs per bike - inner 2 positions closest to the vehicle 40 lbs per bike - outer 2 positions farthest from the vehicle What kind of bikes do you have?
view full answer... - Recommended 4-Bike Bike Rack for Gravel BikesHey Brad! When you say upright I'm assuming you mean sitting up on a platform rack. If that is correct, I recommend the Yakima StageTwo Bike Rack for 4 Bikes # Y88TD. This bike rack has a weight capacity of 70 lbs per bike on the inner two positions and 40 lbs per bike on the outer two positions. Since you don't have e-bikes that should be plenty. It can also accommodate tires up to 5" wide. To make loading and unloading easy you can add the Loading Ramp for Yakima StageTwo Bike Rack...
view full answer... - Are Tools Required to Install the Yakima StageTwo Bike Rack for 4 Bikes?Hey Sharlot, thanks for reaching out! The Yakima StageTwo Bike Rack for 4 Bikes, both Black # Y88TD and Gray # Y78TD, don't require tools in order to get them installed on your vehicle, but you will need some simple tools (included) to initially put the bike rack together. I'm attaching a clip from the instructions for you to see how the base part of the rack installs into the hitch receiver so you can see how pain-free it is! Let me know if you have any other questions about this rack!
view full answer... - Availability of 4-Bike Spare Tire Bike RackHey Dan! The Yakima SpareRide # Y02599 is only available as a 2-bike rack. Thule had the Spare Me but I believe it is discontinued. I know we no longer carry it. There are some 3-bike models like the Malone Runway # MPG2148 but nothing for 4-bikes. I'm sure putting that much weight, and weight that far out, does not work well for this type of bike rack which is why major manufacturers don't make one. If you want to stick with a spare tire rack you could always add the other two bikes...
view full answer... - Can Yakima StageTwo 4 Bike Rack be Dropped Down to a 2 Bike Rack EasilyHey Aaron, yes the Yakima StageTwo Bike Rack for 4 Bikes # Y88TD that you referenced can easily be dropped down to a 2 bike rack. You could also use it as a three bike rack too if needed. What kind of bikes do you have?
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