Solution for Needing Swinging Bike Rack Instead of Thule Helium Bike Rack
Updated 06/15/2020 | Published 06/11/2020
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Hey there, I was wondering why I cant use the Yakima BackSwing with my existing 1.25inch Thule Helium 3 fitted with either a metal 2inch to 1.25inch adapter or the one that attaches to the end of the bike rack? I keep seeing that only a 2inch rack would work with this 2inch swing adapter but Id rather not upgrade both the rack and the swing arm. Thanks,
asked by: Mitch
Expert Reply:
Yakima has stated that the BackSwing part # y02483 can only be used with bike racks that were only designed to fit the 2 inch hitches as they have a shank that is just a little more reinforced. In your situation the best solution would be a swinging bike rack like the Thule Apex Swing # TH9027XT so that you wouldn't have to buy the rack and the swing accessory separately.
I attached a review video for this rack for you to check out as well.
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Yakima BackSwing Swing Away Hitch Extender for Bike Racks - 2" Hitches
- Hitch Adapter
- Swing-Away Hitch Adapter
- Bike Racks
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 250 lbs
- Yakima
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