TW200 Rear Rack Shootout | Tusk vs Cycleracks Best Comparison Yet!

TW200 Rear Rack Options. If you own a TW200 and are looking for a rear rack you have most likely seen the Tusk Utility Top Rack and the Cycleracks rear rack. Here is an in depth look at both so you can better decide for yourself which one to get.
Tusk Rear Rack Link: www.rockymountainatvmc.com/pa...
Cycleracks Rear Rack: cycleracks.com/collections/ya...
Tusk Handguards Link: www.rockymountainatvmc.com/pa...
Tusk Handlebar Risers Link:www.rockymountainatvmc.com/pa...
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00:00 Start of Video
01:00 Why Gregg bought Tusk
07:46 Measure the Rack
11:00 Final Stretch

[@MOBStreet83]

There are a lot of rear rack options out there for the TW200! From what I have seen these two are the most common and where the most questions come from. So, here they are head to head on why we bought them. Which would you choose or what have you installed on your TW200?

[@jc72outdoors]

I love your videos and they are one of the reasons I purchased a TW. I installed a tusk rack using your instructional video. You can see it in the link below. Yamaha TW200 2022. Tusk rack and Protaper straps. / JC72 Outdoors kzbin.info/www/bejne/lXfPp4mDgtRgrqc

[@phlashtheband4939]

In my opinion for the extra $70 you are also getting a rear crash bar. If you take into consideration the price of replacing just one rear blinker, a side plate and or a smashed exhaust pipe justifies the $70 easily. Also gives the ability for mounting saddle bags or hard side boxes. No brainer on which I'd pick.

[@MOBStreet83]

Those are some great points! I can verify......multiple times......that it does save the back end of the bike. I have laid it down so many times that the rack has more than paid for itself. Thanks for the comment and for watching!

[@WniGrup]

I like my cycleracks rack, I have a 24 quart milk crate zip tied to it. I also like the ability to grab hold and move the bike around.

[@MOBStreet83]

Nice!! Where did you find your milk crate?

[@moparbill311]

Great comparison! I went with the Cycleracks. While I like the protection it provides, I dislike the lack of tie down points. I too wish it didn't have the hump at the back. My next step is to mod it by tig welding small chain to the bottom of the side rails for multiple tiedown points. I also might reshape the rear. The thing that turned me away from the Tusk rack was the fact that you have to drill the rear fender.

[@MOBStreet83]

Hey Bill, you and I think a lot alike on this and the same reason I didn't buy the Tusk. The chain idea you have though sounds like a really good one to try out!

[@frankrodriguez1977]

Awesome review on these 2 racks. Both have very good features. Thanks

[@MOBStreet83]

Hey Frank! Thanks for watching, I am glad you liked it. Thanks!

[@claudettethoman6080]

Nice review comparing the two rear racks. I have the CycleRacks with a 2 gallon Rotopax gas can mounted to the top; fits perfectly snugged up against that rear hump. The Tusk looks much cleaner than the CycleRacks but I don't think you can go wrong with either.

[@MOBStreet83]

Thanks Claudette! I appreciate the comment. I agree, I really don't think you can go wrong with them as well. I do really like my Cycleracks and it has been a great addition to the bike.

[@mrgary6117]

I went with the tusk. For me the most important mod was the seat . Nobody on earth can say the factory seat is any good. When I bought my 21 TW I only drove it 50 miles and my tail bone was wiped out. I didn’t ride it again till my seat concepts cover and foam came in 6 weeks later , now I can ride the bike all day.

[@MOBStreet83]

Hey Gary!! Thanks for the comment. I really like the Tusk rack and I also really like the Cycleracks. I haven't had too much of a problem with the seat though. I did make a few adjustments to the handlebars and the controls and I know that made the bike a lot more comfortable for me. I will have to look into the seat though and see what I can come up with. Thanks again, I really appreciate it.

[@camomarv]

Very good video! I like the microphone you’re using 🤠 And I think I will get the cyclerack for my next trip. Thank you for showing the options to us 🤠👍🏼

[@MOBStreet83]

Hey Marv!! Thanks for watching and for the comment, I really appreciate it! If you're ever out here in Utah let me know and well show you around! My wife and I both really like the Cycleracks rack.

[@camomarv]

@@MOBStreet83 wow thank you Matt! I definitely will do that 🤠 I really enjoy your videos and like your personality! Maybe I can travel with my Tdub from Michigan to Utah one day 🤠 I watched you driving the Tdub to work and I’m using it for that as well. So it should be able to handle a trip like that I guess 🤔😄

[@Dubs.C.]

New TW owner here. Thanks for making these videos! They’ve been great. Going with the tusk then building an oversized wood box that can bolt onto the rack when I need it.

[@MOBStreet83]

Sweet!! Congrats on the new bike! I am glad the videos have helped, I have enjoyed making them. There are more to come and I hope the rack and the box work out well for you!

[@davidkostreva1179]

Will be doing same, a thick board with slot for my chain saw bar will add a ton of utility, mounted on tusk rack. Add paracord handles for passenger to grab.

[@timothyconnecticut1910]

Cycle rack hands down! Wider for more gear, a grab - bar for passenger, turn signal protection , a grab point to pick up the tw if it fell over or to assist pulling it out of a stuck situation and better looks. Looks more utilitarian like the tw. The tusk looks to modern/ fashion statement. The tusk does have a lot of tie down points but those little square openings will tear your fingers off if you try using it to pick up or pull out of a stuck situation. My vote goes to cycle rack.

[@MOBStreet83]

Hey Timothy! I actually am a huge fan of the Cycleracks and everything you mentioned in the comment makes perfect sense. I have been very happy with it.

[@VTECH650]

great video i have the tusk on my tw have either of you mounted a rotopax fuel container on any of the 2 racks

[@MOBStreet83]

Thanks vtech! No, I haven't mounted it to mine yet and Gregg hasn't either. But, I will see what I can come up with.

[@andypoitras6279]

Hi Matt! I'm late to the party, but I'll tell you, I am up in Vancouver B.C Canada. Cold up here too, but I'm using my electric harley winter gloves. My hands are almost too warm but I go out almost every day. Just above freezing but no problem! Love your content Got my T dub in February. Love it!

[@MOBStreet83]

Hey Andy! Congrats on the new TW! I had electric gloves along time ago before I got the TW and they were good for my Harley and going longer distances. I should have remembered that! 😂

[@classCexplosive]

I love my cyclerack. I like my tdub to really have that "farm bike" look while I'm out on the trails.

[@MOBStreet83]

Utilitarian for sure! That Cyclerack is a beast and it takes a beating!

[@remedythis-dreamworld]

i like both of them... I guess it just depends on what you want to carry. I think the tusk gives you more options to hang something off the back...like a tote or a large box...you could even mount a wood platform on it to make it higher so whatever you were carrying would clear the seat so you could center it more without it just hanging more off the back..like if you wanted to mount a large box on it...you know what i mean? But I do like how wide the cyclerrack is and how it covers the rear fender.. seems good for like a duffle bag or milk crate like you said you do... and i do like how it looks also. thanks for the review.

[@MOBStreet83]

I think you nailed it with your comment! Both are good and both have their pros and cons. Thanks for watching!

[@jjacoby1010]

I plan on getting the Tusk rack and mounting my existing Caribou Case plate to it.

[@MOBStreet83]

Good Call! Let us know how it goes!

[@gunsitescout5535]

It would seem to me , if you take that cyber rack and put a flat piece of Delrin plastic and secure it to the rack and if needed drill out your tie down points that would fill your needs.

[@MOBStreet83]

I am really glad you mentioned that! I think I have a solid sheet of plastic that was used for the Matco Toolbox top. I think I can make something work with that. Thanks for the idea!!

[@ridgetop8161]

I went with the Tusk, but as DualDorks found out, the Tusk rack still puts weight onto the rear subframe, and can potentially cause the welds to break. I guess the key is to not go too crazy on the weight while trail bashing the bike along. So far, I've had zero issues with my Tusk rack.

[@MOBStreet83]

Yeah, Dual Dorks has definitely shown how well they are built for sure. I don't think Gregg will have any issues with his either. What is the most weight would you say you have loaded yours with?

[@ridgetop8161]

@@MOBStreet83 I carry about 15 pounds on it on a regular basis. Several pounds of water, a pretty extensive tool kit, and some extra clothes. So far so good.

[@MOBStreet83]

I just got the Nelson Rigg Hurricane saddlebags and duffle and I'm interested to see how it's all gonna hold up. I need to get a tool kit set up for mine.

[@akmankalash]

MOBSTER are you getting that KAWI. Looks awesome my son has a KX85 its such a nice bike

[@MOBStreet83]

Video coming soon! 😁

[@garyferguson1552]

Cycle Rack front & Rear for me!! I bought mine without the hump in 2019 for my 2019 TW I would like to add hand guards to my stock handle bars. What are my choices Matt

[@MOBStreet83]

Good choice Gary! I love the Cycleracks rack on mine and my wife really likes having there as well when we ride together on the bike. Man, there are a lot of choices out there for the handguards. I use the Tusk D-Flex with MX hand shields and they have been great. I did have to modify the clamp a bit but they are awesome. I know Moose Racing makes some as well......I haven't really looked into the others since the Tusk have worked so well for me... Here's the link if you're interested in those though! Tusk D-Flex Handguards: www.rockymountainatvmc.com/parts/tusk-d-flex-handguards-with-mx-shields-p?ref=1033&

[@freetv77]

Great video - thank you. I installed my Tusk rack today (almost). I couldn't get one of the bolts in the right foot peg to seat properly, and wound up stripping the hex fitting off the button bolt. I have no idea why they use button bolts - I'm not a fan. I plan to go to the hardware store tomorrow and get a replacement bolt, and it WON't be a hex button bolt. Why did I go for the Tusk? The Cyclerack was too big for my needs. I don't hunt, don't need to drag our an elk (or an injured hunter...), so the Tusk should be plenty big enough for motocamping (that I hope to do some day). Rack seems well built. It probably weighs over 10 lbs (I like that is sturdy, but I don't like the idea of extra weight). The Aluminum button bolts, not so much. Thanks again (to both of you) for the video. Peace. Out.

[@MOBStreet83]

Hey! Thanks for watching and for taking the time to comment, I really appreciate it. I have learned that with some of this stuff everything needs to be lightly installed before tightening everything down. I had to do that with one of my Cycleracks rack as well. Hopefully it all goes together well.

[@freetv77]

@@MOBStreet83 Again this is a great video and super helpful for people looking at racks. I really like the Cyclerack also, for all the reasons you do. It just came down to size for me. Yesterday, I got a normal bolt from the hardware store, and it installed without a problem. The original wasn't cross-threaded, it just needed some strong "convincing"- it was no problem for a normal bolt (13mm) but just too much torque for the aluminum hex button bolt to survive. I really, really like the Tusk now that is is all tightened down. Keep up the great videos - I look forward to the "packing comparison" video!

[@edeldridge36]

I think Tusk should make a version with the extra width of the Cycle Racks, have the best of both!

[@MOBStreet83]

Good thinking Ed!

[@jameswerner503]

Can you put fairly large saddle bags on the Cycle Rack rack as it is, or are pannier frames needed?

[@MOBStreet83]

If you use a rackless set you can. The rear rack can hold a huge duffle bag though which will carry a whole ton of stuff.

[@ka509]

Based on each rack design + how the rack bolts to the TW + the TW sub frame strength of where t rack attaches... which cld hold more weight and how much weight do you think that is? Thx!

[@MOBStreet83]

I would take the Cycleracks over the Tusk. The Tusk mounts to the subframe and the Cycleracks doesn't. I have had more than 100 pounds on my Cycleracks and it has held great.

[@evileensario4584]

That's nice rear topbrocket,.

[@MOBStreet83]

Yeah, both are great options really.

[@neXtFriarTuck]

From just watching your review, I'd have to get the Tusk rack. The two inch depth doesn't seem like much but, the hump really limits the cycle racks rack where the Tusk rack has no hump or limits... within reason of course.

[@WniGrup]

I just looked at cyclers website and they have a radio button now that asks if you want the rack with the hump so I think they may be getting ready to offer flat racks.

[@MOBStreet83]

Yeah, the Tusk rack is great for sure. I like both of them and I don't regret buying the ones that I did.

[@neXtFriarTuck]

Actually they used to offer a flat rack. Now the only way you can get it is with the hump. Maybe they can customize one without a hump or if the hump would fold forward when you wanted to put something larger than 11" on it you could. Food for thought.

[@MOBStreet83]

That's a thought right there for sure!

[@timothyconnecticut1910]

When your climbing jilly terrain, you wish you had that hump to keep things from sliding rearward.

[@scottzreality3061]

Tusk could easily add optional tubing that could add surface area, act as grab handles and turn indicator protection.

[@MOBStreet83]

Yeah, they could! That would be awesome if they would!

[@stevemason775]

I'd buy the Tusk and head to a local welder to have them fit a brace to mount it under the seat. Best of both. I'd get the Tusk because longer is better than wider IMO "That's what she said.....". Matching to the other parts makes it easier to buy so good tip on that.

[@MOBStreet83]

Yeah, it has its purpose that's for sure. I am glad that the Tusk Front Rack and Rear Rack match!

[@motobator1895]

Great review, really dislike that cycleracks discontinued their flat version.

[@MOBStreet83]

Thanks! I never knew that they had a flat version of the Cycleracks. I never even so that as an option.

[@motobator1895]

@@MOBStreet83 yes some idiot overloaded it, looped the bike & sued them so they stopped making it.

[@MOBStreet83]

Seriously?!? I hadn't heard that! Thanks for letting me know.

[@motobator1895]

@@MOBStreet83 if they had made the rack 2” longer I could put a milk crate on it comfortably for 2 up & am able to get the seat up without removing the crate. Will make a vid soon…. Way over due. Luv the content.. keep it up 👍

[@muskyman1018]

Man, I’m not sure anything got cleared up for me, the tusk is nice and sleek, and could haul home a flatscreen. But the other one gives your passenger a great grab point, and offers crash protection.

[@MOBStreet83]

My wife really likes the Cycleracks rack. I have wrecked so many times with it too and it has saved the bike more than I can count. The Tusk has a nice flat base and many tie down points.

[@fatherguidosarduchi5204]

Easy solution to the one rack. Cut the tube and turn it down flat with the platform and reweld it back on to the original rack.

[@MOBStreet83]

That is one way to do it. As long as you repaint the weld or have it powder coated again.

[@jackdipper7686]

Why a fat tire? Is it better to control in the sand?

[@MOBStreet83]

It actually handles really well in all terrains. It gives massive amounts of grip and if you lower your psi it will go just about anywhere. I have had it at higher speeds on the road, dirt pastures and all sorts and it handles great. Not to mention, it looks awesome as well!

[@bypiakbetong]

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[@MOBStreet83]

ขอบคุณ! ฉันดีใจที่คุณชอบมัน. ขอบคุณสำหรับการรับชมและความคิดเห็น!

[@jrnumex9286]

does tusk make a front rack like cycle does?

[@MOBStreet83]

No, they don't. I have told them they need to make one though!

[@ScottyBennitone]

I will take the Cycle rack if only for the fact a passenger can easily grip and hold on when rippin through the woods.

[@MOBStreet83]

My wife really likes the Cycleracks. It doesn't hit her legs or hinder a passenger at all. I am still happy that I bought it. Thanks for the comment and for watching.

[@atillayalinalp5281]

🤟🖤🤟

[@MOBStreet83]

Yeah buddy!

[@benkohnen9918]

Cycleracks also have a life time warranty no matter what happens to the rack

[@MOBStreet83]

That is a great point Ben! Thanks for bringing that up.

[@sixgunfun78]

Tusk rack for me. The hump on the cycleracks just limits what you can carry.

[@MOBStreet83]

I can understand that for sure. I didn't think it would be an issue but I have noticed that with the milk crate and my backpack I have to scoot forward......I think a duffle would solve the issue to a point.

[@iridemotorbikes]

😎👍🏼

[@MOBStreet83]

Thanks!

[@kevincampbell3943]

cycle rack for shure!

[@MOBStreet83]

Good choice! It works really well!

[@akmankalash]

cycle racks! FOR SURE... 2 years ago you couldnt get anything but the tusk rack. i had one b4 my cycle racks and i replaced it. AVOID those racks that install on your blinkers unless your fine with 7 pound weight limit.

[@MOBStreet83]

Yep, that Cycleracks has been awesome!

[@jcee2259]

No. I just want a 1987 Yamaha TW-200. In my dreams ? Why, yes, where else could it happily be ? .

[@MOBStreet83]

I think you gotta turn that dream into a reality!

[@robedmund9948]

For larger/taller riders the Tusk wins running away! Especially if you're going to take a rider.

[@MOBStreet83]

Have you ridden both of them?

[@robedmund9948]

@@MOBStreet83 Not over long distances. My buddy has the Cyclerack on his TW. Took my wife for spin. She didn't like the rack.

[@MOBStreet83]

@robedmund9948 I'm grateful for your opinion! I'm only 5'6" and my wife is 5'4". We've put thousands of miles on the TW's together and she prefers the Cycleracks over the Tusk Rack. It's great to have a taller riders opinion on it! I really appreciate it!

[@robedmund9948]

@@MOBStreet83 Sure thing. I'm 6'3". My wife's 5'6". Apparently I sit pretty far back which caused the issue. 😆

[@idahomeslini]

Cycleracks 💯 made in 🇺🇸 America vs China and has a lifetime replacement warranty.

[@MOBStreet83]

Definitely worth considering!

[@joekaiser3033]

Looks like your buddy shines his plastic trim more diligently than you ... ha, ha, ha!

[@MOBStreet83]

Yeah..........mine isn't showered as much as his TW is......

[@movaughn20]

That was a lot a "rack" talk... Neither mentioned hang ups in single track rides.

[@MOBStreet83]

I rode single track with the Cycleracks and saddlebags and the only thing snagging was the saddlebags. The rack wasn't an issue and when I dump it or fall over the rack saves the bike quite a bit.

[@justindrake6161]

Your wife is way to pretty 4 you!!!! Lol

[@MOBStreet83]

I am completely aware and have been told that many times! You haven't met her though and she is so much more! I am grateful every day that I have her and I am totally aware that she is way out of my league.

[@justindrake6161]

I got a Hot wife too!!! I definitely married up…

[@MOBStreet83]

That's the way it should be! 👍

[@uknow1994]

How tall are you Mr. MOBStreet. So l can choose the right rack?

[@MOBStreet83]

I am 5'6". But, I work well with both of those rack setups.