Does 250 lb Weight Capacity of Yakima BackSwing Refer to Bike Rack & Bikes Loaded
Updated 12/15/2025 | Published 11/08/2024
Products Featured in This Question
Question:
I have a Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE Bike Rack for 2 e-bikes that each weigh about 73 lbs. I assume the 250 lb capacity takes into account the weight of the rack plus the weight of the e-bikes, correct? I just want to ensure the Yakima can safely support my rack and e-bikes before I make the purchase.
asked by: Laurie S
Expert Reply:
Hey Laurie,
Always smart to double check before a purchase, and I can verify that yes, the 250 lb weight capacity of the Yakima BackSwing Swing Away Hitch Extender # Y02483 is referring to both the bike rack and loaded bikes.
So with the 54 lb weight of your Hollywood Racks Sport Rider # HLY84FR loaded with a couple 73 lb bikes you're right at 200 lbs, which can definitely be handled by the BackSwing # Y02483.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes - 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Hitch Bike Rack
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 2 Bikes
- Class 3
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Heavy Bikes
- Electric Bikes
- Hollywood Racks
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: B&W Digital Tongue Weight Scale w/ LED Screen
- Shop: Big Truck Big RV Tongue Weight Scale for Trailers with SnapPad Jack Stand Pad - 2,000 lbs
- Shop: Yakima BackSwing Swing Away Hitch Extender for Bike Racks - 2" Hitches
- Search Results: hitch lock
- Search Results: 2~5/16 ball
- Q&A: What Is The Difference Between Weigh Safe Flap Jack Blocks WS48ER And WS63ER?
- Q&A: Safety Chains for Trailer With 10,000 lb GVWR
- Q&A: How to Choose Correct Capacity for Trailer Safety Chains
- Q&A: Is Weigh Safe Flap Jack Folding RV Stabilizing Blocks Safe For Long Term Use, Or Only Short Term?
- Shop: RV Exterior Lighting
- Shop: Vehicle Tow Bar Brake System
- Shop: Weigh Safe Flap Jack Folding RV Stabilizing Blocks - 8" Tall - 6K - Qty 2
- Shop: Power Watchdog Surge Protector with Bluetooth - Portable - 30 Amp
- Shop: Andersen Trailer Jack Block - 8" Tall x 10" Wide
- Shop: Watchdog Power Center Surge Protector and Voltage Booster - Bluetooth and WiFi - 30 Amp
- Q&A: Comparing B&W and Blue Ox Weight Distribution Systems
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a Class II and a Class III Hitch?
- Video: Firestone Ride-Rite Air Bags with Easy Mount Compressor Feature Breakdown
- Search Results: trailer tires and wheels
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Search Results: trailer hitch
- Video: A Look at the Power Mountain Tallboy 6 Ton Off-Road Bottle Jack with a Military Cargo Trailer
- Q&A: Replacement Propane Gas Detector for an Atwood 31013 Propane Detector
- Search Results: trailer wiring
- Shop: Suspension Enhancement
- Video: An In-Depth Look at the Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Article: How to Measure for Trailer Hitch Drop
on Hitch Bike Rack
John H.
12/15/2025
Hey Laurie, how did things go with the Yakima BackSwing and your Sport Rider rack once you had everything loaded up? It sounds like the weight should be well within the limit. Sharing how it performed could help others looking at the same setup.