A Comfortable, Secure Rear Child Bike Seat for Everyday Family Cycling
The Thule Yepp Maxi 2 is a rack-mounted rear child bike seat designed for families who cycle regularly and want a seat that delivers both comfort for the child and confidence for the parent on everyday rides. The Yepp Maxi 2 carries the iconic Yepp design heritage into an updated form with modern styling and a refined colour palette - in this case Midnight Black, a clean and versatile finish suited to the full range of bike colourways and urban cycling aesthetics.
The seat accommodates children up to 40 lbs (approximately 18kg) and 43.3 inches tall - a weight and height limit that covers children from approximately 9 months through to around 4 to 5 years depending on the child's growth. Confirm your child's current and near-future weight and height against these limits before purchase.
The seat weighs 7.7 lbs and mounts to the bike's rear rack using a universal rack mount system that installs quickly on most standard bike racks without tools. A high-quality metal lock secures the seat to the bike when installed, preventing removal without the key.
- Universal rack mount system installs quickly on most bike racks without tools
- Soft shock-absorbing foam seat with water-repellent materials for comfort and easy cleaning
- Adjustable padded 5-point safety harness with childproof safety buckle
- Adjustable footrests and footstraps accommodate growing children up to 40 pounds
- Built-in reflector and safety light attachment point for enhanced visibility
- High-quality metal lock secures the seat to your bike when installed
5-Point Safety Harness, Shock-Absorbing Foam, and Adjustable Footrests
The adjustable padded 5-point safety harness distributes the child's restraint across five contact points - two shoulder straps, two hip straps, and a crotch strap - providing secure, full-body support that prevents the child from sliding or leaning out of the seat during riding. The childproof safety buckle prevents the child from releasing the harness independently during a ride.
The soft shock-absorbing foam seat provides comfort for the child across longer rides where sitting in a fixed position without cushioning would cause discomfort. The foam seat uses water-repellent materials for easy cleaning after wet rides and to prevent the foam absorbing moisture during rain - maintaining hygiene and extending the seat's service life. The foam construction also provides a level of impact absorption at the seat surface for rough roads and trail edges where vibration reaches the child.
Adjustable footrests and footstraps accommodate growing children across the seat's usable weight and height range - allowing the footrest position to be raised as the child grows rather than requiring a new seat as leg length increases.
Universal Rack Mount, Built-In Reflector, and Safety Light Point
The universal rack mount system is designed to install on most standard bike racks quickly without tools - reducing the setup time for families who want to attach the seat and ride without a lengthy installation process. Confirm your specific rack is compatible with the Yepp Maxi 2's mount system before purchase, as rack mount systems vary and not all racks are universally compatible with every child seat.
Built-in reflectors provide passive rear visibility in low light conditions, and a dedicated safety light attachment point allows a rear light to be mounted directly to the seat for active lighting during evening and low-light riding - an important safety feature for families who ride in varied light conditions throughout the day.
FAQs
What is the maximum weight and height for the Thule Yepp Maxi 2?
The seat accommodates children up to 40 lbs (approximately 18kg) and 43.3 inches tall. Confirm your child's current and near-future measurements against these limits before purchase.
Does the Yepp Maxi 2 install without tools?
Yes. The universal rack mount system installs quickly on most standard bike racks without tools. Confirm your rack is compatible with the Yepp Maxi 2 mount system before purchase.
What safety harness does the Yepp Maxi 2 use?
The seat uses an adjustable padded 5-point safety harness with a childproof safety buckle - securing the child at the shoulders, hips, and crotch to prevent movement or self-release during riding.
How does the Yepp Maxi 2 stay secured to the bike when not in use?
A high-quality metal lock secures the seat to the bike rack when installed, preventing removal without the key.
Does the Yepp Maxi 2 include provisions for a rear safety light?
Yes. Built-in reflectors provide passive visibility and a dedicated safety light attachment point allows a compatible rear light to be mounted directly to the seat for active lighting in low light conditions. A light is not included.
| Trailer Type |
Passenger |
| Color |
Midnight Black |
| Weight |
7.7 lbs |
| Weight Limit (lbs) |
40 lbs |