E-bikes on the Thule Easy Fold XT 2 bike rack. Made specifically for heavy E-Bikes.

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I purchased this rack 8 months ago and this is what I've learned. Great rack, good quality, and hits all of my expectations. The rack has a heavier load capacity than most regular bike racks. It also folds into a VERY compact unit. Here is the Amazon link: linktw.in/iBYZbR
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I use all of these items and would buy them again today.
Thule EasyFold XT2 Bike Carrier: linktw.in/iBYZbR
Thule EasyFold XXL Fat Tire Straps for the rack: amzn.to/2UVadRi
Thule EasyFold XT Long Loading Ramp: amzn.to/3lZtRrc
CURT Auxilary LED strips for Hitch Bike Rack: amzn.to/2HziZS0
SOWUNO Electric Bike Horn and Motion Alarm: amzn.to/2URFPXN
Topeak MTX DXP Trunk Bag with Panniers: amzn.to/3fsEzUA
Topeak Uni Super Tourist Fat Rack: amzn.to/2UUnJ7I
Topeak Unisex Quicktrack Rack: amzn.to/35VSvDq
Topeak Road Morph Bike Pump: amzn.to/3lZrl4e
Delta Cycle Bike Expandable Net: amzn.to/35Vmb3I
Cygolite Hotrod Bike Strobe Lights: amzn.to/3nRc5H7
Pedro’s Bicycle Tire Levers: amzn.to/3fv3yXA
Slime SKABS Tire Patch: amzn.to/3kXFY6R
Ergon Ergonomic Handlebar Grips: amzn.to/2J1WYf0
ABUS Folding Borgo Bike Lock: amzn.to/3pXIJbR
Cliq Camping Chair: amzn.to/2J6eVZY
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Handlebars MTB 5 inch riser bars: amzn.to/3fsF692
OUTERDO Bike Fork Stem Extension: amzn.to/3kYXqbd
Medical Israeli Emergency Bandage: amzn.to/3lTXMB0
D-Ring Velcro Straps: amzn.to/33aYS3Q
Bongo Ties: amzn.to/3m0bm63
Multi Bicycle Tool: amzn.to/35VwkgC
Kryptonite Cable: amzn.to/35XGmxX
Troy Lee Bike Helmet: amzn.to/3kZboti
VUP Front Frame Bag: amzn.to/3fza3so
JACO Digital Tire Inflator w/ gauge: amzn.to/2J2s7yM
Muc Off Claw Bike Cleaning Brush: amzn.to/3nO8VE2
K-Edge Go Big Pro Handlebar Mount for GoPro: amzn.to/3kU0pkV
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VAVOFO Smart Plug for Charging: amzn.to/3lTYwWO
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@jeancharlebois1709 3 жыл бұрын

You’ve done this before. Rock solid presentation. Don’t stop, you say all the essentials

@evolutionaryTom 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Jean. Nice comments like this are very encouraging. Thanks!! -Tom

@JohnvanGurp 3 жыл бұрын

I'm shopping for a rack for my Rad Rover and this was super helpful. Thanks!

@evolutionaryTom 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, John. I appreciate the positive feedback. You don't always get that on KZfaq. LOL. -Tom

@DANIEL_eltravieso 4 жыл бұрын

Great review with great advice here 👉 @8:29. Will definitely look into this type of bike rack!

@evolutionaryTom 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Daniel. I appreciate the nice comment. Glad it was helpful! -Tom

@bencrawford8219 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your time of making this video to help me make the best decision!!🤗

@pascalmonier4642 3 жыл бұрын

Ebikes are in the mail and I am looking for a rack, Thanks for your video that is very clear and explains everything very informative. This is the rack I need, both bikes will weigh 68lbs each. One great big thanks.

@evolutionaryTom 3 жыл бұрын

Your comment is just what I hope for when making videos, Pascal. Thank you very much. You are going to love your bikes!! -Tom

@connietraines9409 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice, informative review. Hope to order one these racks soon for our two Rad Rovers.

@evolutionaryTom 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Connie. I've got Thule's extended ramp coming this week. It will decrease the angle when loading the bikes. I'll be doing a review on that this week. -Tom

@julieclague4885 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your video. It had all the info I needed. What you shared with us that other videos for this bike rack didn’t show is the movement of everything after all was tightened. I didn’t know if that was normal. You showed that this is normal. THANK YOU so much for showing that as I had all tightened the way it should but have two 60 LB e- bikes on my rack, is a lot of weight. As you showed us the movement is normal. 🙌🙌 GREAT VIDEO 👍👍👍

@MrPogiBalut 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent review Tom THANK YOU! from San Diego,CA

@waynepeterson4341 Жыл бұрын

Owner about a year. Very pleased with rack. Two ebikes @ 54 lbs. each. The tight hitch is excellent. There are spacer arms that come across the top and have unlimited mounting options to each frame. Bikes sit still. Use the ramp alone, but loading works better with another person to check for contact points. ***** Five Star. My bikes are 2.5" tire width on Blix Aveny Model.

@DougieL Жыл бұрын

Fantastic video. Refreshing that you waited 8 months before you reviewed it, (so we get to learn properly about it and not simply assembly / unboxing). Bravo!

@evolutionaryTom 2 ай бұрын

I don’t know how I missed such a nice comment. My apologies. I enjoy feedback like that, thank you!! -Tom

@DougieL 2 ай бұрын

@@evolutionaryTom No thank you!!

@VV-om8vv 4 жыл бұрын

Great walk thru. Very appreciated. I have similar setup - radmini for the wife and a juiced CrossCurrent for myself. I will be purchasing this carrier. Thanks

@evolutionaryTom 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the nice comment, V V.

@janemillband8361 4 жыл бұрын

V V Did you buy the XXL straps for the rad mini?

@evolutionaryTom 4 жыл бұрын

Yes we did, Jane.

@TheAx504 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review. I just ordered 2 folding ebikes. They can fit in my SUV, but I am concerned about their weight versus my back!

@mj7978 3 жыл бұрын

We just purchased 2 ebikes and were concerned about the weight. After listening to your presentation, you reassured us that this is the exact bike rack we need to buy.

@evolutionaryTom 3 жыл бұрын

That makes me smile, M&J. I hope it's just what you are needing. I would buy mine again today if I were shopping for one. -Tom

@kennyyu7120 4 жыл бұрын

Great job and nice video. Thanks for your attention to the details

@evolutionaryTom 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Kenny. It's comments like yours that help me get better! -Tom

@dijohnson7 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video, very informative, thanks for posting it.

@evolutionaryTom 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, David. I appreciate your positive comment. -Tom

@johnl9135 3 жыл бұрын

Nice currently looking for ebike rack for my fat tires ebike, road bike and mountain bike. Thinking of getting another ebike in the future and this video is very informative thanks and nice video.

@evolutionaryTom 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the nice comment, John. I really appreciate that! -Tom

@charlesfile4059 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Tom you did a great job!!

@evolutionaryTom Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Charles. I appreciate the nice comment very much! -Tom

@johnhockaday9170 4 жыл бұрын

Good video. If your bikes touch each other on the rack or have close points I always use an old inner tube. Flexible, wrap around easily, long to cover larger bits and easy to tie off and weather proof. Just a thought.

@evolutionaryTom 4 жыл бұрын

I never thought of that, John. Great idea, thank you. I know just the tube I'm going to cut up! That's why I enjoy the comments so much. Thanks! -Tom

@faychampoux345 4 жыл бұрын

Great review!

@evolutionaryTom 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Fay. I appreciate your nice comment! -Tom

@1nkman 2 жыл бұрын

Excellant démonstration and tutorial. Thanks

@evolutionaryTom 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Gerald!

@alfbaldwin7144 2 ай бұрын

Great video and very good straight forward detailed description.

@evolutionaryTom 2 ай бұрын

Thank you, Alf. I appreciate the nice feedback. -Tom

@TimMallick 2 жыл бұрын

Hi , nice review, I just got one, you have to slide the ramp lip all the way in and it clicks. if you don't it can slide back out and fall. just push it in till you feel or hear that and its much more solid

@invasion1824 Жыл бұрын

Great review! Thanks 🙏

@federicomaisch6812 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, great presentation

@evolutionaryTom 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind words, Federico. Much appreciated. -Tom

@johnshinstock1975 4 ай бұрын

Great video and review of the Thule EasyFold bike rack. It's not my favorite bike rack but has several great quality such as it's weight, ease of handling and compactness. We (Kody Technologies) make a bike rack light with tail, turn and brake signals for the EasyFold (and many others) and wanted to share. The lights keep you safe on the road. I've used a wide variety of bike racks since we're in the business of bike racks and you did a great job of summarizing this one. Thanks!

@marcomark8 Жыл бұрын

Well done video. Thanks for the tips of experience.

@evolutionaryTom Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@thomaseng6514 10 ай бұрын

very helpful review. thank you!

@injuredtabletennisplayer1474 3 жыл бұрын

Great job.

@markchristianson4008 5 жыл бұрын

Great review I have been looking for a deal as well.

@evolutionaryTom 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Mark. Hope you find one. It was pure luck on my part!

@jessie-ghislaineprince4458 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. Have been using mine for over a year but you showed me some great tricks. One question how do you put your liscence plate on the rack

@JERRYANDLINDA 3 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial! Thank you!

@evolutionaryTom 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Jerry and Linda. I enjoy your videos as well!

@JERRYANDLINDA 3 жыл бұрын

We have ordered e-bikes and I'm shopping for a rack for our Kia Sorento. Disappointed to find that ones beefy enough are expensive! This biking isn't cheap... hitch + rack + helmets+ locks + mirrors + phone holders + add ons!!!!! I liked the rack you showed. We got a Ride1up 500 step thru and a 700 step thru.

@evolutionaryTom 3 жыл бұрын

@@JERRYANDLINDA Check out this rack, Jerry. It's about half of what the Thule costs. amzn.to/3sBvFKz It's made for the weight of E-Bikes. A friend of mine, Steve, has a channel and you can see his review of it here. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/b6iHqqV4md6Ycok.html I got my rack for $418 because it was a scratch and dent through Amazon Warehouse. I actually have a video on my list to make about it. I've had a lot of questions. It's a good place to search and keep an eye out. The gear can get expensive but it's not as expensive as a divorce! Kidding of course. It's a great couples activity. I bet they even have an E-Bike club down there. If you have questions, feel free to email me. tchornstein@gmail.com -Tom

@moonlightsonata5576 Жыл бұрын

I bought a $3.3K Trek ebike from the Trek bike shop and I also bought this exact rack from the same shop for $799.99 as a sale price and it's brand new unboxed. The original price is $999.99. If I've found your video earlier I would have saved some money on this rack ☺️. Thanks for sharing your video.

@evolutionaryTom 2 ай бұрын

Good catch though. You have to keep your eyes open to get it when it hits that “store”. It’s been a good rack for us. -Tom

@MW-jj1rn 3 жыл бұрын

Nicely done very informative. Excellent - you could be a product manager for Thule LOL.

@evolutionaryTom 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the very nice comment, M W. Much appreciated. -Tom

@indypup4690 3 жыл бұрын

I have almost the same setup as you. I have the same rack and Ripcurrent S and Lectric XP. The youtube algorithm must be pretty good to recommend your video to me...lol

@suzannea6094 2 жыл бұрын

Very helpful video. In all of your research have you come across a rack for two ebikes that also has a lighting system? I also saw where the clamps for the frame of the bike only handles a 3 inch diameter. I have the Rad Mini step through, which should be fine. However, my friend has a Sondor Fold XT and its frame may be a little wider because the battery is built into the frame. I’m just waiting for him to give me a measurement before ordering this rack. TIA

@christiblauwkamp9888 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, question, so after two + years are you still sold on this bike rack? Looking at getting one but the price now is about double what you were able to get one at. Thanks.

@brucebrown5197 3 жыл бұрын

Tom I have a RadRunner Plus Step Thru bike. Will I need a bike adapter bar to be able to secure the bike to this rack. Thanks for doing this--very helpful

@JoeBell1947 2 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks for the video , the rack works great ….any suggestions or video on pulling the rack out of hitch ?

@evolutionaryTom 2 жыл бұрын

I've gotten that suggestion a few times, Joe. Seems like that should be a signal for me to make one. I'll get one out soon. Thanks for the suggestion. -Tom

@mrspumpkin36 4 жыл бұрын

got mine Sunday...they were not available in BC and was on a wait list in Calgary Alberta. Paid total $1049. The did not come with the longer tie down straps, for the fat tires, so thats about another $100 for 4 straps for the two bikes..drove to Calgary to pick it up. They wanted $300 to ship. Sadly did not look on Amazon only at Thule dealers.

@evolutionaryTom 4 жыл бұрын

You would think that the price of the carrier would allow them to provide the extra straps in the box. Just like you, I had to purchase mine as well. Love the carrier though! -Tom

@macmovieman1 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the great info but I was able to cross this rack off the list for the bikes being too close. Thule XT2 Pro for me.

@evolutionaryTom 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for nice comment, T. If it helped you get to what works best for you, that's what matters. Enjoy! Thule is a great brand. -Tom

@jesswhite4811 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing! How’s this rack working for you today? Still lasting?

@rackattackDOTcom 5 жыл бұрын

Definitely a good choice for an e-bike!

@jeffreyreicher5241 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks again for the video…can this rack be used for ebike and a regular peddle bike at the same time. Also, can it be used for one or two regular bikes?

@tiffanyjackson4109 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, Tom! I just bought this bike rack for my European e-bike that I moved back with me from Amsterdam. I’m struggling with figuring out how to get the clamp to securely lock to the frame, which is sounds like you had to tinker with too. Any suggestions on which parts of the frame are the best to use?

@evolutionaryTom 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tiffany. I'm literally in the garage right now making a video about that. Weird!!! Should have it out sometime today.

@tiffanyjackson4109 3 жыл бұрын

Very coincidental! I’ll keep an eye out for your video. Help is needed :-)

@dianewomble527 3 жыл бұрын

Good video.

@jesusacovarrubias1390 3 жыл бұрын

Nice demo, thanks. I would lighten the load some by removing your batteries,14 lbs.

@evolutionaryTom 3 жыл бұрын

I do remove if I'm driving, Jesus. Excellent point though. I should have done it for the video so others get the message as well. Thank you. -Tom

@stevenbenavente1229 2 жыл бұрын

Good job

@evolutionaryTom 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Steven! -Tom

@williammeyer2398 3 жыл бұрын

Does the lock mechanism on the receiver portion of the rack get gummed up? Seems that a simple lock like this, located so close to the pavement, will be subject to getting fouled up by road salt, dirt, etc. and will soon cease to function. When you tighten down the knob all the way, is that sufficient to keep the rack solidly attached to the receiver without locking it?

@injuredtabletennisplayer1474 3 жыл бұрын

Watched your review again. Looks like you’ve had football days and you’re lucky and you can lift those babies. Don’t the straps come with the rack or does one require longer straps.

@jeffreyreicher5241 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, thanks. One question. What if the ebike is a step through, which won’t have a top bar to attach the upper clamp?

@bgovan64 Жыл бұрын

Clamps can be moved on the U bar they are attached to. So it allows clamping options Deleon bike. Very versatile. Just bought one.

@JoseLopez-vb3ee Жыл бұрын

Thank you. I purchased this bike rack used and came in good shape. However, of the bottom light gray panel / bottom cover is out of place and haven’t been able to clip it back. Any tip to get it back in place ?

@qtography9871 3 жыл бұрын

What is the model of your tow hitch? And how did you install it? Thanks a lot.

@freedom3594 2 жыл бұрын

This rack euthanized my $10k e-bike because the tilt feature failed. Buy at your own risk.

@berniecolin7 Ай бұрын

What happened? I am thinking of buying this rack

@freedom3594 Ай бұрын

@@berniecolin7 , the tilt feature is very suspect. The rack is supposed to tilt so you can open your tailgate. When you tilt the rack back up it “locks” in two different positions when it should just be one. The first position ensures that if you accelerate your vehicle l, your bikes will return to the tilt position and fall off the rack as you merge onto the highway. The second position is actually locked and secures the bikes. It’s VERY difficult to tell the difference until your bike(s) are dragging along the asphalt behind you. This rack should be redesigned so it only has two obvious positions. Tilted or locked. It’s the in between position that kills bikes and is a danger for all on the road.

@brettdukes 4 жыл бұрын

Great video Tom, what is the Chrome Honey thing that saved you money?

@evolutionaryTom 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the compliment, Brett. Here's a link to the Honey site and you can download their extension. What's cool is that whenever you are in a "Cart" checking out, regardless of the site, Honey will pop up and tell you it has coupon codes that it can try for you. Sometimes it's one and sometimes it's 20 coupons. It automatically tries them all and you usually end up saving money. Works on anything from ordering pizza online to clothes, and all kinds of stuff. And it's free to use it! www.joinhoney.com/page/DR-EvergreenTechNikeMultiYellow-Simplified-MoneyGoldTime-US/?GOOG_US_190829_Brand_All_All_Brand-Pure_ETA_DR-EvergreenTechNikeMultiYellow-Simplified-MoneyGoldTime-US&DR-EvergreenTechNikeMultiYellow-Simplified-MoneyGoldTime-US&from=r

@trabuck01 3 жыл бұрын

Very useful.... I just did not get what model is your é bike... “jb rcs” I could not find anything on the web. I wanted to have the wheelbase length to understand if my big bike fits. Do you have this measure? Thanks a lot from Italy

@Matt-pj3ue 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, now I know what rack not to buy.

@evolutionaryTom 3 жыл бұрын

Being helpful can go either way!

@TheMyholyfire 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video, I'm looking for the saving with honey on product from Amazon

@billyrock8305 3 ай бұрын

Good ebike rack

@forestshi Жыл бұрын

May I ask which fender did you you for the rad mini rear wheel? The stock fender is so low. Won’t work with my oneup bike rack.

@edrob2264 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great video and review! Which Topeak rack do you have on your Rad Power ebike? How do you like it?

@evolutionaryTom 4 жыл бұрын

I appreciate the nice comment, edrob2. It's the fat tire rack they have. Here's my video on it. I would buy it, and the bag, again in a heartbeat. We just came in from a ride and my wife was commenting on how much she likes her's.

@edrob2264 4 жыл бұрын

@@evolutionaryTom I don't see the link to your video on the Topeak fat tire rack, but anyway my bike does not have eyelet mounts. And I'm not sure the Topeak TetraRack with the straps will adjust to a width to fit my 4" tires.

@evolutionaryTom 4 жыл бұрын

Here you go, edrob2. amzn.to/2xKWBjB

@gloriaperrin6760 4 жыл бұрын

My concern is getting the bike onto the rack. Ebikes are heavy. The ramp looked tiny. And, I would be loading by myself. Thanks for any suggestions you might have.

@evolutionaryTom 4 жыл бұрын

They are heavy, Gloria, but I think a ramp is the easiest way to go. My rack sits up high because of the vehicle. It has a fairly steep ramp approach. I don't think a lower vehicle would have that issue, therefore making the angle easier on the pushing up of the bike. -Tom

@Knivesrme 3 жыл бұрын

Another great video thank you. That answered all my questions.

@evolutionaryTom 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks again, Susan. I'm glad that was helpful! -Tom

@drdayoff 4 жыл бұрын

What about the rear lights of the car being covered up by the bikes? Are those two red things on the rack just reflectors?

@evolutionaryTom 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, Dr. Patterson. Those are reflectors. I had the same concern and then did this. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/oLaYlZtkz9OVe4E.html -Tom

@dmudder5529 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the demo Sir.

@evolutionaryTom 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for nice comment, D.M. -Tom

@Dav998 2 жыл бұрын

I load three bikes (one of them is an e-mtb) on the roof at the moment and I’m considering this kind of rack. But I cannot decide: I actually think either kind of rack is not really safe (watch how much this one wobbles just by touching it)

@tjmahon325 2 жыл бұрын

Best rack for E Bikes that I have found. It wobbles because the back of the car is wobbling not the hitch or rack. Plus our Pedego bikes are 50lbs and my wife can not lift them on the rack without the ramp that comes with this rack. Works really well. Took a 1500 mile trip to Wisconsin with 2 Pedego's and had no issues. One issue I found is with a cover on it will block your tail lights and license plate which is not a good idea when driving after dark.

@rickcampodonico 2 жыл бұрын

Nice job. The only think you didn’t show is how you lock the bikes in place. Thank you

@zigarten 2 жыл бұрын

Check out his newer video

@snapsnap1 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Does the arm holding the bike frame scratches the paint job?

@evolutionaryTom 4 жыл бұрын

SS1, the arm holding the frame is made of a hard resin and the inside of it has a rubber lining on it. So the part gripping the frame will not scratch the finish. Only the rubber piece of the clamp touches it. Hope that helps. -Tom

@susanlabonte7144 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@evolutionaryTom 4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, Susan. Thanks for the nice comment! -Tom

@mandrus 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Tom, I have a similar set up as you and was curious about the weight for the rack. I have the RCS and its heavy as you know, the rack states it recommends a max of 65lbs each bike. Have you had any issues with your two bikes on your Thule? Does it feel secure?

@evolutionaryTom 2 жыл бұрын

Hello, Mike. I've had zero issues and it does feel secure. I have no hesitation on long trips. Our second bike on the rack is a Rad Mini. I take the battery off when it's on the rack. I also take off the bags unless were going somewhere fairly close by. I used to have a 300 plus pound enduro motorcycle on a trailer hitch rack that I'd tote around. Getting used to that took a long time before I wasn't driving with white knuckles. I think it's the same for this rack and E-Bikes. Every trip you have with no issues will make you that much more comfortable. BUT, I will say this. Slow and steady on the loading of the bikes is important. I don't think the system is overbuilt. So I make sure the tilt mechanism is in the secure position, that the bar clamps are as tight as I can get them, that the receiver lock pin is in place. I check all of that a few times before I take off. I've heard of people finding out their bikes where tilted back when driving because I don't think they clicked it in the up position hard enough. I don't want that to be me. Those are just my thoughts, Mike. -Tom

@mandrus 2 жыл бұрын

@@evolutionaryTom I will be taking the batteries off to help keep the weight down. I think the rack feels pretty strong, but I've only had one ebike on at a time. Thanks for the tips, they are always appreciated !

@louannschuller6817 Жыл бұрын

Do you have a video for using this rack with e-bikes that have full fenders (front and back)?

@gail5095 10 ай бұрын

I don't have the hand strength for knobs. Is there another type? I saw a UK video where they dropped it on the ball instead and had a lever.

@rudyespada9324 3 жыл бұрын

Great review. I received my Thule easyfold XT 2. I see they offer fat tire straps . Did you have to change the original straps that came with the rack?

@evolutionaryTom 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, Rudy. I had to change out the straps. The stock straps won't work with a fat tire. -Tom

@rudyespada9324 3 жыл бұрын

evolutionaryTom Thank you Tom. I can’t seem to find them in stock anywhere. So I guess my $700 rack will be sitting for a month

@evolutionaryTom 3 жыл бұрын

@@rudyespada9324 Rudy, email me at tchornstein@gmail.com and I'll send you a lead. I spent a few minutes on Google and one place I buy from will allow me to put a set in my cart. Don't know if they actually have them but it's a lead. -Tom

@cindareid7701 3 жыл бұрын

@@evolutionaryTom Wondering if you would share your source link for extended straps for fat tire ebike using Thule easy fold xt. Thanks.

@evolutionaryTom 3 жыл бұрын

@@cindareid7701 Here's a good link, Cinda. amzn.to/3e84J0s

@shirleyprato-miller5260 8 күн бұрын

Thank you for this video I have this rock and I'm only carrying one bike on it now do you recommend the single bike would go closest to the vehicle or further out

@evolutionaryTom 8 күн бұрын

Great question, Shirley. A single bike should go closest to the vehicle which creates less leverage on the hitch. If you put two bikes on the hitch always put the heaviest nearest the vehicle as well. Hope that helps! -Tom

@shirleyprato-miller5260 8 күн бұрын

Thank you Tom that helps a lot😊

@avibongo 5 жыл бұрын

Did you get any interference with the rear vehicle collision sensors ?

@evolutionaryTom 5 жыл бұрын

No, I turned the Parksense system off and it worked fine.

@markchristianson4008 5 жыл бұрын

Might try pool noodles for scrape protection!

@evolutionaryTom 5 жыл бұрын

Great idea! I'm getting one. Thanks, Mark. -Tom

@JamesBondJB007 5 жыл бұрын

A good ebike rack is hard to find. I personally just fold my Radmini, Radmini Step Thru and put them in the Tucson when traveling. Drawback is no room for other stuff. Positive is better security.

@evolutionaryTom 5 жыл бұрын

Do they both fit in your Tucson at once, J.B.?

@JamesBondJB007 5 жыл бұрын

@@evolutionaryTom yes. Have to lower the back seat and place them vertically side by side. Backbreaking!!!

@Richardsumilang Жыл бұрын

You got that rack for a deal! It's $1k these days!

@wireguy123 3 жыл бұрын

Great review....Some racks mention step-thru s like Lectrics XP wont work. Comments

@evolutionaryTom 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, James. Yes, some of them need an accessory bar so that you can still use them on a traditional rack that needs something to clamp to. It will be interesting to see how the bike rack companies change their designs to accommodate more of the step thru bikes since they are so popular.

@trevorshields7347 10 ай бұрын

I have one of these for 2 e bikes and i can honestly say its the dogs bollocks!

@evolutionaryTom 10 ай бұрын

I had to Google that saying, Trevor! LOL. Glad you endorse the rack as well. Still have mine and it's the only one I've kept. -Tom

@correyjones9272 Жыл бұрын

Worth the price

@jarrenlumpkin5178 5 жыл бұрын

Was up man😊

@jdeveraux1027 2 жыл бұрын

LOL okay now that i've seen someone load bikes THAT big, i have no concerns with my specialized turbo vado sl 4.0 and my partner's Norco VLT charger

@danielre988 Жыл бұрын

Hi. I have a 1.25” hitch. Toyota Prius won’t take anything else. Will this rack work in my hitch?

@ozskipper 4 жыл бұрын

Yep.. Batteries always ride in the car

@CommuterBiker Жыл бұрын

The rack that attaches to the side so that you can guide the bike on the carrier needs to be snapped in place, then it is not so funky to use. You may already know this, but just in case.

@evolutionaryTom Жыл бұрын

I didn't know that at the time I made the video, Ted. I realized that and the next video on that rack I tried to point that out to others. Thanks for the attention to detail and the knowledge share! -Tom

@bobportelance2041 4 жыл бұрын

How does a Rad Step Through connect as there is no cross bar? is there a option/attachment?

@evolutionaryTom 4 жыл бұрын

Bob, I'm not aware of an optional attachment. BUT, the arms on the rack are pretty adjustable and need to reach any bar, not just a cross bar. It could reach a down tube, a seat post, anything to clamp to. The wheels are strapped in place and are rock solid. It's a good setup. Hope that helps even though I don't have direct experience with a step through. -Tom

@bobportelance2041 4 жыл бұрын

@@evolutionaryTom Thank You!

@Lampofilm 4 жыл бұрын

will this work with theThule T2 Pro XT 2 Bike Add-on

@evolutionaryTom 4 жыл бұрын

Lampofilm, I don't think it would. I can't see how it would attach to the Easy Fold, Lampofilm. Just my 2 cents though. Thanks for the question. I'm sure others were wondering at well. -Tom

@hasher10001 Жыл бұрын

Does the Thule Easy Fold XT 2 bike rack have built in turn signal indicators?

@johnshinstock1975 4 ай бұрын

Kody Technologies makes tail lights specifically designed for the Thule EasyFold and several other bike racks. If you search bike rack lights or their name you can find them.

@paulhenning1764 Жыл бұрын

Because we use this bike rack with our e-bikes... we want to cover our bikes to protect them from the weather... but in doing so... you can not see the lights of the car... do you have a way to add the lights like trailer lights do you know of anyone that sells something?

@kimolson6091 10 ай бұрын

I wished you would have showed how to attach the support bars

@evolutionaryTom 10 ай бұрын

Kim, I think you'll find that in my "Answering your Thule questions" video on my channel. -Tom

@evolutionaryTom 4 жыл бұрын

No one reads the descriptions. You can find the Amazon link here: linktw.in/iBYZbR

@brettdukes 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome thanks

@Banyan314 3 жыл бұрын

Just for information, although BRINK tow bars state this Thule Cycle rack will fit an E Niro Tow Bar, I can assure you, it doesn't.

@mubandfan 4 жыл бұрын

the arms on my brand new bike rack do not click when tightened. tried putting them in the other key position and still do not...thoughts?

@evolutionaryTom 4 жыл бұрын

mubanfan, are you talking about the knobs when you turn them and then you've tried turning the key both ways?

@mubandfan 4 жыл бұрын

@@evolutionaryTom i think so but first time i tried it today so will give it another shot tomorrow.thanks for getting back to me so quickly

@mubandfan 4 жыл бұрын

@@evolutionaryTom so worked at it this am again. doesn't appear mine will do that clicking sound when tightened all the way. i can lock it but no matter how much i tighten it doesn't get to a point of clicking. guess i will stop at the local pedago bike shop where i got it.seems like it that it would be a safety mechanism

@evolutionaryTom 4 жыл бұрын

mubandfan, I just went to the garage and checked mine. When the clamp is tightened down, it clicks on mine. It's probably something that prevents you from stripping the mechanism or breaking something. I agree, I'd ask the bike shop. Maybe ask them to compare one of your arms with another one they have in stock. If they both act the same, I'd just go with it. Let me know what you find out. I'm curious. -Tom

@CustomCraftedDesigns 4 жыл бұрын

Hi how does it hold up on the highways in your opinion above 50 mph? Thanks

@evolutionaryTom 4 жыл бұрын

Great question, MG. It's not rock solid, even when you tighten down the anti-sway feature where the mount goes into the 2" receiver. It will sway just a few inches either way. At first I was concerned about that but then I realized that a little give is good because it helps buffer the large bumps you might drive over. The bikes sit on the rack very solid. I've never had to stop and tighten anything back up. Highway speeds aren't an issue. I hope this helps. Let me know if you have any other questions. -Tom

@CustomCraftedDesigns 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the help

@andywood4862 3 жыл бұрын

btw you have a different version then the usual one!!

@andrehulse11 2 жыл бұрын

Can we get these racks in the uk

@19friday55 3 жыл бұрын

Let it slip and SNAP

@jeanneoverton6493 3 жыл бұрын

will this work with one ebike and one regular bike?

@evolutionaryTom 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely, Jeanne. The only difference may be in the strap sizes you'll need if the bike tires are different, like a standard vs. a fat tire.

@oddjob4877 4 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately the Easyfold XT does not fit most Ebikes - the wheel straps are too short and the mounting arms are not long enough. Its a shame because its a nice idea - just not properly designed.

@evolutionaryTom 4 жыл бұрын

OJ, I had to order the extended straps. I knew that before I bought it but you would think that they would come with those for the price. My JB RCS is the XL frame and it fits well.