Thule Apex XT Swing Hitch Mount Bicycle Rack Overview and Demo

[@rackattack]

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[@paulkelly2245]

I noticed in your video that the black plastic is separated (on the side just below the yellow sticker). It is visible at 5:07 where your left index finger is. Is that normal? I have the same rack and the plastic is separated in the same area possibly caused by the weight of the upright part of the rack pushing against it.

[@MD-jf1ml]

Thanks for this 👍 Visual is way better than the directions that came with it!

[@rackattack]

You are welcome!

[@dsholt]

I'm new to biking and have been searching for a rack and just have to say that everything about transporting a bike seems to be a colossal pain in the ass. And absurdly expensive.

[@johnwilkins3995]

Hanging racks most convenient, but damage bikes. Expensive absolutely but the thules are built super solidly especially these apex so it’ll hold up 8 years

[@eugenemcgloin6780]

Why didn't you pop the rear hatch all the way up?

[@rackattack]

Eugene McGloin ...could have, and you can on just about any vehicle, we don’t know if any vehicle with a hatch that you can’t. Share in the comments if you know of any.

[@hindude]

Looks like not enough clearance.

[@nateitscake88]

If I swung this out all the way, can I drop the tailgate on my 2023 Tacoma? Not sure if the hatch on the vehicle in this video is wider than my tailgate.

[@exclusive605]

Can you change the direction it swings

[@tomashaynes9895]

What’s the weight limit per bike? And total weight limit for all 4 bikes?

[@jtfishingadventures9030]

just wondering, if i use the bike adapter will the security belt secure the bike? cause what i noticed is it will just lock above the frames of the bike meaning the one using the adapter is not? so when they open the adapter they can easily get the bike? if this is correct any tips on how i will secure those bikes with adapter in the future? thanks in advance

[@Donpatch88]

How do you remove this

[@shannonfranks7225]

The worst part of this rack, which I didn't realize, is that you lose access for daily use of the back of your vehicle (think groceries). It takes a lot of time to tighten and loosen the knob where the pin is. If you leave it loose and just use the pin it rattles terribly. I completely understand that if bikes are on the rack that knob needs to be tight, but 90% of the time I just want to pull the pin, move the rack out of the way and get to the back of my vehicle. Now I shove everything in the backseat which has a different set of problems but is easier than messing with that knob all the time. Frustrating for me so keep this in mind.

[@BW-pr8qr]

Agreed. We did the same , just left it loose with the pin holding the gate closed. It rattles, but that didn't bother us. However, our pin just broke (popped out, spring mechanism is broke). I think it's because we didn't tighten the knob, and all of the rattling and jarring took its toll. Mind you, we have an older model (Vertex), but it's the same design.

[@davidsiu18]

Hi I am wondering if this will have clearance to my spare wheel in the back on my Mercedes g63. Thanks

[@brandonwolf969]

Does a great job.

[@rackattack]

We're glad you like it!

[@JaffaRoad]

how is this different from the Thule 9027 XT?

[@rackattack]

Same thing. 9027XT is the model number.

[@FriendlyManitoban]

Good video. Nice rack on a sweet 4Runner. Thanks for posting.

[@IMP3TIGO]

Wish I watched this before installing it as the instructions were very confusing, and I'm pretty sure the tightening arrows were the wrong direction on the step involving installing the long bolt.

[@rgestrella5078]

Has anyone used this on a Jeep Wrangler with a spare tire on the gate that swings open? Does the gate open all the way on a Jeep?

[@rackattack]

Hello. Can't say for sure without a test fit, we'd invite you to visit the store closest to you for a test fit: www.rackattack.com/store/ Thanks!

[@jazzyk4830]

I bought one recently and it only has 2 straps per bike, what happened to the third one? Also, how do you strap 2 bikes to keep the front wheels from turning?

[@rackattack]

According to Thule via the instruction manual, the rack included eight long straps and four short straps. Also, a cam buckle strap is included to further secure the bikes and front wheels.

[@polievets1]

Nice video just placed an order for this rack

[@SuperDagod1]

I placed my order on aug 4th, still waiting to get it. Everyone on earth is ordering this bike rack. It will be nice to have thou.

[@md8744]

Straps easily are stolen when you're not at the car, this is the point. Expensive rack though. Sometimes we biking a long range from your car

[@derekgreen9501]

Just be careful with this rack - very popular with thieves. Recently purchased a replacement of this rack after my first one (also a Thule Apex XT Swing) was stolen by someone with likely a master key. I need to find an after market security option, but for now, I remove and put inside my car every time we park to go biking, and I leave it at home when we are not biking. Pain in the ass to keep taking it on and off, but the world is full of jerks.

[@phillipbuelow8738]

What you did not say was if loading smaller bikes or women’s bikes you will need a Thule frame adapter. Yes four of those bikes would be fine but for a family of various size bikes it’s not that simple.

[@rackattack]

Hello. Yes, handing racks of this type do require extra time and effort to load bikes in comparison to platform type racks which accommodate a wide range of bike styles with minimal effort. Platform racks, however, are bulker, heavier, and more expensive generally. Great that there are options for so many user's preferences. Thanks!

[@hanzberger8751]

Once in the swing position, it will not disengage from it. ?? even with 2 people, one pressing grey button, other pulling. I hear it doing something but will not move.

[@rackattack]

Should release as shown here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4K4dH6Gl5iWhaM