Yakima Modular Hitch Rack - Y72VR

Modular cargo carrier swings away with gear loaded for cargo area access. Swap the cargo carrier for a bike rack or ski carrier without removing the base from your vehicle, or add a 2nd tier to carry 2 accessories (all sold separately).

Features:

• Modular cargo carrier lets you haul bulky gear using your vehicle's hitch receiver
  • Swap the cargo carrier for a bike rack or ski carrier (sold separately) to match your outdoor adventure
  • Add 2nd Tier and accessory (sold separately) to carry all your biking, camping, or skiing gear
• Swing-away design allows you to access your rear cargo area without removing cargo or the carrier
  • Hinged arm at base swings carrier out and away from the rear of your vehicle
• Cargo carrier provides a place to store luggage, coolers, and other large, bulky items while traveling
  • Easily detaches so you can carry your gear to the campsite or hotel room in a single trip
  • Available wheel kit (sold separately) transforms the carrier into a functional cart
• Cleat system and SpeedKnobs allow cargo carrier to be removed from base without tools
• Same Key System (SKS) locks deter theft of system and cargo carrier
  • Cores can be swapped out to match your other Yakima accessories
• Anti-rattle hitch pin reduces movement of rack in hitch receiver
• Powder coated steel base and cargo carrier are rust resistant

Specs:

• Application: 2" x 2" hitch receivers
• Weight capacity: 250 lbs
  • Mounted on lower tier of a 2-tier system: 110 lbs
  • Mounted on upper tier of a 2-tier system: 80 lbs
• Cargo carrier dimensions: 23" long x 60" wide x 6-1/2" tall
• Distance from center of hitch pin hole to:
  • Closest part of rack: 4-1/4"
  • Farthest part of rack: 35-1/2"
• Total system weight: 91 lbs
  • Cargo carrier weight: 22 lbs
• Limited lifetime warranty

Notes:

• The EXO System is only approved for use with the Yakima StraightShot 2" hitch extender (Y69VR - sold separately). Do not use this system with other hitch extenders or adapters.

Modular Gear-Carrying System

This modular cargo carrier holds large, bulky gear using your vehicle's hitch receiver. It also swings away, while fully loaded, for rear cargo area access. But the EXO system is more than just a swing away cargo carrier, it's the ultimate gear-carrying rig! You can easily swap the cargo carrier for a bike rack or ski carrier (sold separately) without removing the base unit from your vehicle. You can also add a second level to pair the cargo carrier with a bike rack, a ski rack, or a second cargo carrier (all sold separately). Lastly, because you can carry so much gear on the back of your vehicle, it frees up space on your roof to carry even more gear.

Cargo Carrier

The cargo carrier lets you haul coolers, luggage, firewood, and other large, bulky gear. It's easy to detach the from the base unit so you can carry your gear to the campsite in one trip. You can also attach it to a wheel kit (Y97VR - sold separately) to convert the carrier into a wagon.

Swing-Away Design for Rear Cargo Area Access

The hinged arm on the base lets you swing the unit away from your vehicle. This provides full access to your vehicle's rear cargo area and eliminates the need to remove your gear or the carrier when you're unloading your vehicle or letting your dog hop in or out of the back.

To open the hinged arm, simply rotate the release knob counterclockwise until it's unscrewed from the arm, pull out on the spring pin, and swing the rack away from the rear of your vehicle. The arm will lock in place when it's fully extended, so your hands are free to open your hatch and remove cargo.

To close the base, just pull the release lever at the hinge and swing the extended arm back into position. Once you hear the spring pin lock into place, rotate the knob clockwise until it's tight.

Easy Installation and Setup

To install the EXO system, simply slide the shank on the base unit into your 2" hitch receiver, insert the threaded hitch pin, and tighten it down with the included 24-mm wrench. The threaded hitch pin also reduces noise and movement in your hitch.

Dual arms on the base have tracks with cleats and SpeedKnobs that secure EXO accessories. To swap the carrier for a different accessory, undo the latches on the sides of the arms, rotate the SpeedKnobs to allow the cleats inside the tracks to free the carrier, and remove it. Next, put the new accessory in the tracks, rotate the SpeedKnobs so the cleats secure it, then close each latch.

Locking EXO System and Cargo Carrier

This EXO system includes 5 SKS locks to secure the system and the carrier. A lock secures the base to your vehicle's hitch receiver and locks in the arms secure the cargo carrier. Because the cargo carrier doesn't use a lock, this EXO configuration will come with 2 extra lock cores.

EXO System Accessories

Because the EXO System is modular you can swap out the cargo carrier for a bike rack, ski rack, or accessory. You can also add a second tier and another accessory for whatever adventure you have planned. The various configurations are outlined below.

The DoubleUp 2-bike rack (Y24VR - sold separately) has ratcheting hooks that grab your bikes firmly by the front wheel - not the frame. It's perfect for carrying nearly any bike, including bikes with carbon frames, disc brakes, thru axles, or full suspensions.

The SnowBank (Y57VR - sold separately) is perfect for your ski trip. It carries up to 5 pairs of skis or 4 snowboards. It has an expanding hinge that accommodates thick skis and large buttons that let you access your skis even if you're wearing gloves.

The GearLocker enclosed cargo carrier (Y44VR - sold separately) has 10 cu ft of storage space for carrying helmets, clothes, and other gear. It keeps your gear secure, dry, and away from prying eyes. It also has built-in handles, so it's easy for you to tote all your gear to the campsite in a single trip. Collapsible totes with removable dividers (Y64VR - sold separately) keep your gear organized in the carrier.

To transform the system into a 2-tier carrier you will need the TopShelf (Y94VR - sold separately). It attaches to the base unit and holds 1 accessory. With the base rack swung away, you can swing the TopShelf back 180 degrees, with your accessories and gear still attached. This will provide unfettered access to your gear on the lower level.

For your biking adventure you can pair the cargo carrier with a bike rack. You can also swap the cargo carrier for an enclosed cargo carrier. On a 2-tier system the bike rack will need to be installed on the top tier to have room to mount your bikes. Using the bike rack on the top level reduces its weight capacity to 40 lbs per bike.

For your skiing adventure you can pair a ski carrier with an enclosed cargo carrier or a cargo carrier to transport all your gear to the slopes.

If you just want to carry gear, you can add a second cargo carrier. You can outfit the system with an enclosed cargo carrier and a cargo carrier, 2 enclosed cargo carriers, or 2 cargo carriers.

Note: The cargo carrier has a weight capacity of 250 lbs when it's installed on the single-tier system. If you install it on a 2-tier system, it can carry 110 lbs on the bottom tier or 80 lbs on the top tier. Similarly, the enclosed cargo carrier's weight capacity changes based on where it's installed. When utilized on the bottom tier, either alone or in a two-tier system, its weight capacity is 100 lbs. Installed on the top tier, it's weight capacity is 80 lbs.

The BackDeck camping table (Y84VR - sold separately) is perfect for use at the campsite. It lets you prep meals, lay out your gear, and even mix drinks at the end of the day. Simply remove the top accessory and replace it with the table once you get to the campsite.

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