Thule Epos 2 978 Car Bike Rack

The Thule Epos bike carrier is suitable for all types of bikes and easy and quick to use, thanks to its innovative telescopic mounting system. The carrier accommodates up to two bikes of different types, such as e-bikes, mountain bikes, gravel bikes and road bikes. Bikes with mudguards and luggage racks are also compatible. The Thule Epos is fully foldable, easy to transport and tiltable for trunk access.

Safe and secure
Moreover, bike wheels can be easily secured with the adjustable pump buckles at the wheel holders. These are extra long, allowing wheels with a maximum width of 3" to be attached. Finally, the bikes can be locked to the bike carrier, and the tow bar of the carrier can be locked to the car. This allows you to leave the bikes on the car without worrying about their safety.

Tilt function
When the bikes are securely attached to the carrier, it is easy to access the trunk thanks to the tilt function. By pressing the foot pedal with your foot, the bike carrier tilts forward, creating space to load items in and out of the trunk. When mounting the bike carrier on the tow bar, it can be easily adjusted thanks to the stability on the tow bar. After adjustment, the carrier is locked with a handle. After use, the bike carrier can be easily folded and transported thanks to the ergonomic handles.

• Max. number of bikes: 2
• Load Capacity: 60 kg
• Max. weight bike: 30 kg
• Max. belt width: 76 mm (127 mm with optional adapter)
• Size: 69 x 126 x 22 cm
• Folded dimensions: 69 x 27 x 73 cm
• Weight: 17,3 kg
• Suitable for frame sizes: 22-90 mm
• Detachable arms
• Distance between bikes: 25 cm
• Tilt function (with bicycles)
• Tail lights
• Electricity plug: 13-pin
• Compatible withOne Key System
• Bike lockable to carrier
• Locks carrier to car
• Model number: 978

Is this bike carrier suitable for carbon frames?
Yes, the buttons you use to attach your bike to the frame have a torque limiter. This torque limiter indicates when the optimal grip is reached, preventing damage to a carbon frame. This makes this bike carrier ideal for carbon frames.

Is this bike carrier suitable for E-bikes, including E-MTB?
Yes, in principle! The position can be adjusted so you can place most bikes without problems. However, you must take into account the maximum weight of your e-bike, it should not exceed 30 kg.

Is this bike carrier suitable for mountain bikes with wide tyres?
This bike carrier is definitely suitable for mountain bikes with wide tyres, as the maximum tyre width of this bike carrier is 76 mm / 3". With the Thule Fat Bike Strap Adapter, you can extend this to a maximum of 127 mm / 5".

What is the maximum weight per bike?
The maximum weight per bike is 30 kg.

What is the maximum total load capacity of the bike carrier?
A maximum of two bikes can be attached to this bike carrier, making the total load capacity of the bike carrier 60 kg.