Replacement 2 inch Hitch Adapter for Yakima Ridgeback Bike Rack

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Hi, I am interested in purchasing a yakima speed knob part #8880508. But I think I need another part thats not in the kit. Im gonna quote a transcript from your installation video. Since I dont know what its called. Now we can grab our new wedge and install this piece on top of it. What this piece actually does is it takes up the additional space on our Ridgeback so itll fit properly in a two inch hitch I also need that pieceinch how do I go about finding one of these? thanks I look forward to hearing back from yall. -

asked by: Jennings F

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What you are looking for is the 2 inch hitch adapter for the Ridgeback which for that you'd need the part # 8880612.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The part you are looking for is the Replacement SpeedKnob and Wedge Assembly for Yakima Bike Racks #8880508. This will allow you to replace any SpeedKnob and anti-rattle wedge assembly on your Yakima RidgeBack #Y02457.

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Answer 2

I spoke with Yakima about removing the SpeedKnob on the Yakima RidgeBack Bike Rack and she stated that you need to just use more force since the threads are likely stripped. The other option which would not require excessive force would be to take…

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Answer 3

If you look at the provided diagram, you can see the replacement parts that Yakima offers for your Ridgeback Bike Rack. If what you're needing isn't shown, please let me know what you're needing. Zip strips #Y8890297 Endcap #8890306…

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Answer 4

I really wish I could get you that info but the best option we have is the part #8880612 which is the new screws, and the 2 inch hitch adapter. The unique screws wouldn't be found at a hardware store and Yakima won't give out the specs on…

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Answer 5

I can tell by the frame cradles in the picture of your Yakima Ridgeback 4 #Y02458 that your bike was made after 2016 so that means the correct 2 inch adapter with wedge is the part #8880612.

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Answer 6

To determine whether you need the (discontinued) 2" Shank Adapter 8890298 (prior to November 2015) or #8880612 (after November 2015) you simply need to measure the holes at the end of the shank which the adapter fits over. If you have an older…

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Answer 7

You'll need the Yakima #Y07235 hitch pin. From what I can tell, it looks like that's the only thing that's missing from your rack.

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Answer 8

To correctly identify the correct shank adapter for your Yakima Ridgeback, part #Y02457, you'll need to measure the holes at the end of the shank that the adapter will go over. The adapter holes for the older racks made before November 2005 are…

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Answer 9

I reached out to my contact at Yakima and the change made to the Ridgeback in November 2015 was most noticeably made to the cradles. The older style cradle had a gray button to release the zip strips and the newer style has a black button for the zip…

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Answer 10

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 11

Hi David! There are quite a few hitches offered for your 2026 Honda Odyssey, so I definitely understand wanting to know the differences. There are basically three styles available for you and I have them broken out below: Exposed Crosstube: etrailer…

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Answer 12

You can determine if you have a tow package by reaching out to a Ford dealer or by checking the undercarriage of Explorer. If it does have the tow package there will be a trailer hitch receiver and either a 4-pole or 7-way wiring harness visible as…

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Replacement 2 inch Hitch Adapter for Yakima Ridgeback Bike Rack

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