Thule Epos (3 Bikes)

The most versatile bike rack for all types of bikes It’s all about the details Thule Epos is designed to maximize your time on the bike with smart solutions that make handling your bikes easy. It is fully foldable for easy transportation and storage, and tiltable for trunk access. The bike carrier is made to take good care of your bikes – generous spacing between bikes, accomodation for extra long wheelbases and easy fastening of large tires will give you a great time cycling. Add to the experience Accessories deisgned for riders that loves their bikes. Protect against theft with Thule High Grade Lock, developed with industry leader ABUS. And because ebikes can weigh a lot, Thule Foldable Loading Ramp for easy loading and unloading of heavier bikes. SpecificationsKey Features Compatible with all types of bikes and ebikes Fast and easy loading and unloading of all types of bikes and ebikes. The patented telescopic bike arms with pivoting cradle and steel reinforced straps attach to the bike frame or rear wheel Fully foldable design Fully foldable for convenient installation, handling, and storage High load capacity The high load capacity of 75lb (34kg)/bike & max load capacity of 160lb (73kg) makes it possible to transport heavy ebikes Generous spacing between bikes Generous 9.8″ (25cm) distance between bikes reduces risk of bike-to-bike contact Made for long wheelbases Extra-long wheel holders enable easy transport of bikes with long wheelbases, up to 53″ (1350mm) Easy fastening of large tires Ratcheting pump buckles and wheel straps for easy fastening of tires up to 3,2” (up to 5″ tires with a separately sold accessory) Easy trunk access With bikes mounted, the trunk is accessible with an outboard smart foot pedal tilt. Without bikes, the trunk is accessible without tilt Quick mounting Tool-free AutoAttach system with easy grip lever allows for simple and secure mounting and removal of rack Easy to transport Ergonomic transport of the bike rack thanks to the integrated carrying handles and convenient transport wheels Locks for safety Locks your bikes to the bike carrier and your carrier to the car (locks included). The Thule High-Grade Lock developed together with ABUS is sold as a separate accessory Great accessories Wide range of innovative accessories available such as the Thule High Grade Lock, developed by ABUS, for added security, Thule Epos Light and Plate Kit for maximum safety and visibility, and Thule Epos Storage Bag for convenient and protective storage (accessories sold separately) Locks system We provide locks system that reduce the risk of theft but will not constitute a total guarantee against risk of bikes being stolen. For added bike safety we recommend to use Thule Cable lock, Thule Wheel Strap Locks (see accessories section) or any premium high-grade cable lock Off-road use This product is intended for use on public and private roads, including off-roads such as gravel roads, forest service roads and access roads. Refer to definition in the safety instruction RV Travel This product is approved for motorized RV travel at reduced load capacity.  It is essential to follow the 40% load reduction guidelines provided in the fitting instruction for safe and optimal performance Technical Data Max number of bikes 3 Max wheelbase 1350 mm Off-road use Yes, refer to definition in the safety instruction Load capacity 73 kg Distance between bikes 25 cm RV Travel Yes, refer to definition in the fitting instruction Max bike weight 34 kg Tilt function (with bikes) ✔ Country of origin Poland Dimensions (LxWxH) 115 x 126.5 x 32.5 cm Fits 1.25`` receivers X Color Aluminum/black Folded dimensions (LxWxH) 100 x 28 x 76.5 cm Fits 2`` receivers ✔ Model number 903310 Weight 23.3 kg One Key System compatible ✔ UPC-A 091021617018 Max tire width 3.2`` (Up to 5`` With Thule XXL Fatbike Wheel Straps) Bike lock included ✔ Wheel size range 16-29`` Receiver lock included ✔ Instructions Instructions, Thule Epos 3-bike, 903310-01.pdf Safety – Thule hitch bike carrier Thule Rack-Dimention Tested to the limit At the Thule Test Center™ in Hillerstorp, Sweden, products go through extreme testing. Our bike racks are designed to carry your bikes and fit your car as safely and securely as possible. Below are just a few examples of the many tests conducted. Durability tests Used to evaluate the performance under conditions such as those that might be encountered during use on rough or uneven terrain. Wear and tear simulations Specialized tests that are used to evaluate the racks and carriers over time, to assess their durability and long-term performance as well as their ability to protect the bikes during transport. Exposure tests Used to evaluate the performance of the rack under conditions that might be encountered during use. We expose the bike racks to extreme heat and cold, as well as moisture, sunlight and chemicals.