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  • What Trunk Bike Rack Do You Recommend For My 2021 Toyota Highlander
  • The Yakima FullBack 2 Bike Rack - Trunk Mount - Adjustable Arms, part # Y02634, would be my trunk bike rack of choice. My first reason is that this is a two bike trunk rack. I am never a proponent of carrying more than two bikes on a trunk bike rack, I have always felt three bikes on a trunk bike rack is too much. In addition, the FullBack can lock the bikes to the rack and lock the rack to your vehicle. It also comes with a specific fit via the interlocking hub. I have included a product...
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  • Recommended Trunk Mount Bike Rack For A 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class
  • When it comes to installing a trunk mounted bike rack on your 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class The Yakima FullBack 2 Bike Rack - Trunk Mount - Adjustable Arms # Y02634 comes with extra security. It has a bike and rack lock included with it. The # Y02634 weighs 28 pounds. I would recommend going with The Yakima FullBack 2 Bike Rack - Trunk Mount - Adjustable Arms # Y02634 because of the extra security. I attached a review video link below.
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  • Recommendation For 2 Bike Rack For 2008 Volkswagen Eos
  • On your 2008 Volkswagen Eos I would recommend to use a hitch with a hitch mount bike rack. Thule does not list a trunk bike rack for the Volkswagen Eos vehicle. Yakima does list trunk bike racks that will fit your vehicle, but the trunk bike rack will have to be removed before you can retract the hardtop into the trunk. I am including a link to the Yakima trunk bike racks that will fit your Eos. I would recommend the Curt Class I 1-1/4 Inch Hitch, part # C11090. This hitch is a Class...
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  • Recommended Trunk Mounted Bike Rack for 2014 VW Jetta
  • The only trunk-mounted bike rack that will allow you to open the trunk of your 2014 VW Jetta is the SeaSucker Komodo Trunk Bike Rack # 298-BK1910-SV because it mounts with four vacuum cups instead of straps. The reason a trunk cannot open with a trunk-mounted rack is because opening the trunk will cause the straps to loosen and the rack to fall off. The vast majority of trunk-mounted bike racks use straps to secure to vehicles so they need to be removed before opening your trunk. For your...
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  • Bike Rack Recommendations for a 2011 Chevrolet Camaro Coupe
  • There are better options available for carrying bikes on your 2011 Camaro. Trunk mount bike racks have been around for a while and are a good, inexpensive option to carry bikes, but like you, many people are weary of using a trunk mount rack because the weight of the bike rack and the bikes is sitting on the trunk and bumper. Bike rack manufacturers test these bike racks and as long as the weight capacity of the bike rack is not exceeded and the bike rack is installed properly, you should...
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  • Trunk Bike Rack Recommendations For Carrying Electra Townies On A 2018 Infinity QX30
  • This is a tricky question because there seem to be some limitations to how you can attach a trunk rack to your vehicle. Thule does not even offer a trunk bike rack that will fit your 2018 Infiniti QX30. As is stands, there is not a platform style trunk bike rack that will mount to your vehicle. However, if you still want trunk bike rack, Yakima and Saris have trunk bike rack options that will fit your vehicle. If I am forced to choose a trunk bike rack, I would pick the Saris Bones 3,...
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  • Trunk Mount Bike Carriers for a 1997 Toyota Celica Convertible
  • With any trunk mount bike carrier in place you cannot open the trunk. It affects not only the fit of the carrier on the vehicle but also the hinges of the trunk or hatch are not designed for the additional weight and the truck or hatch can fall down unexpectedly. The Hollywood Racks Express bike carrier, # HRE3 is the entry level option. It is very similar to the Malone Hanger Trunk Bike Rack for 3 Bikes # MPG2139. The difference is that the Malone carrier has anti-sway cradles to prevent...
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  • Bike Rack Recommendations for Trunk Access on a 2004 Honda Accord Coupe
  • There are many bike rack options that allow you to access your trunk without removing the rack from your vehicle, but these rack options are hitch-mounted. Unfortunately, trunk mounted racks are designed to be removed prior to opening your trunk. If you open the rear hatch of your vehicle with a trunk mounted rack attached, you risk damaging your vehicle. If you're looking for a trunk mounted bike rack and need to remove/install the rack frequently for trunk access, I would recommend...
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  • Can Trunk Be Opened with Hollywood Racks Expedition Installed
  • All trunk mount bike racks have to be removed from the vehicle prior to opening the hatch or trunk for several reasons. First, the hinges/struts that support a hatch or trunk are not rated for the additional weight. This can cause the hatch/trunk to fall unexpectedly. Second, opening the trunk/hatch with the rack on can affect the fit of the rack and it would most likely need to be readjusted so none of the straps come loose. And last, where hooks attach to the trunk/hatch, there is...
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  • Best Trunk-Mounted Bike Rack To Transport 3 Bikes On A 2021 Volvo XC90
  • The Yakima HangOut 3 Bike Rack - Trunk Mount - Adjustable Arms # Y02638 that you mentioned is the only 3-bike rack that is confirmed to fit the trunk of your 2021 Volvo XC90. This is the bike rack I recommend going with as there are not any 4-bike carriers for the trunk of your vehicle at this time. This attaches to the top of the trunk with the included straps and will not interfere with any roof rack / crossbars. I also think it's a great idea to add Security Strap # Y02623. One end...
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  • Recommended Bike Rack for Step-Thru Electric Bike on 2013 Chevy Volt
  • None of the trunk-mounted bike racks that fit your 2013 Chevy Volt will allow you to open the trunk with the rack on. Each would also require you to use an adapter bar - which attaches to the rack - for a bike with a step-thru frame. Additionally, trunk-mounted racks are not a good option for electric bikes because they do not have the weight capacity necessary to support an electric bike. That said, there is a way for you to avoid using an adapter bar and have access to your Volt's trunk,...
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  • Can Hatch on 2017 Ford Escape Be Opened with a Trunk Mount Bike Rack Installed
  • All trunk mount bike racks have to be removed from the vehicle prior to opening the hatch or trunk for several reasons. First, the hinges/struts that support a hatch or trunk are not rated for the additional weight. This can cause the hatch/trunk to fall unexpectedly. Second, opening the trunk/hatch with the rack on can affect the fit of the rack and it would most likely need to be readjusted so none of the straps come loose. And last, where hooks attach to the trunk/hatch, there is...
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  • Will The Thule OutWay Fit My 2016 Honda CR-V, If Not What Do You Recommend
  • I do have a trunk bike rack solution for your 2015 Honda CR-V. Unfortunately, it will not be the Thule OutWay Platform Trunk Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - Adjustable Trays, part # TH65JV. I checked Thule's website, they do not have any trunk mounted bike racks that are compatible with your vehicle. My trunk bike rack recommendation will be a traditional trunk bike rack. It is the Yakima FullBack 2 Bike Rack - Trunk Mount - Adjustable Arms, part # Y02634. It comes with a cable and lock to secure...
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  • Recommended Option for Carrying Two Bikes on 2012 Toyota Corolla
  • You would indeed need to remove the bike rack in order to open the trunk. Having the rack in place would physically prevent the trunk from opening, if you were to partially undo the rack enough so the trunk would open, the extra weight of the rack could dent the trunk lid if you slammed the trunk, so it's best to simply remove the rack. Because of this, if you DO use a trunk mounted rack you'll want to use one that installs and removes super quick and easy, like the Thule OutWay # TH45JV...
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  • Trunk Bike Rack that Fits 2020 Hyundai Tucson with Spoiler
  • What do you mean by "high rise" bike rack? Are you referring to a style of trunk rack? A hitch bike rack? Or a roof bike rack?
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  • Can Vehicle Trunk Be Opened While Trunk-Mount Bike Rack is Installed
  • There are hitch-type bike racks that enable you to keep access to a vehicle's rear cargo area or trunk but unfortunately all trunk-mount bike racks, including the Hollywood Racks Over-the-Top 2 # HRF2, prevent opening the trunk/hatch while the rack is installed. They also prevent use of a rear wiper if one is present on the vehicle. If your Highlander has a 2-inch hitch such as # e98858 you can use a 2-bike wheel-mount rack like the tilt-away Kuat Transfer # KU74FR and still be able to...
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  • Availability of Trunk Bike Rack for 2004 Toyota Sienna
  • There is a good selection of trunk bike racks available for your 2004 Toyota Sienna. The Yakima Thule OutWay 3 Bike Trunk Mount Rack, part # TH56BV you have referenced will fit your Sienna. It can carry 3 bikes and has a weight capacity of 99 lbs. It is a popular Thule model trunk bike rack. Thule also offers three other trunk bike racks for your vehicle. I am including a link to a product page that will list the Thule racks that will fit. If you plan on carrying women or children bikes...
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  • Trunk Mounted Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2007 Toyota Prius
  • We carry a number of trunk mounted bike racks that will fit your 2007 Toyota Prius including the Yakima HangOut 3 Bike Rack, # Y02638, that you looked at. I have attached a link to all of the trunk mounted bike racks that will fit your vehicle. A trunk mounted bike rack that I recommend checking out is the Saris Bones 3 Bike Rack, # SA801BL. The injection-molded plastic arms makes this bike rack considerably lighter and more stylish than most trunk mount bike racks on the market and with...
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  • Can Trunk of 2005 Honda Civic Be Opened While Thule Gateway Pro Bike Rack is Installed
  • When any trunk-mount bike rack, such as the Thule Gateyway Pro # TH88VR, is installed on the rear hatch or trunk of a vehicle the hatch or trunk cannot be opened. The rack has to be removed in order to access the trunk/hatch; this is true for all brands and styles of trunk-mount rack. For the best access to the vehicle while carrying bikes a hitch and hitch-mount bike rack are the best option. Hitch racks put the weight of the loaded rack on the car's frame, its strongest part, and not...
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  • Will Using a Trunk Mount Bike Rack Damage the Automatic Trunk Release on a 2012 BMW 5 Series
  • The Thule Passage 3, # TH911XT, will fit the 2012 BMW 5 series. However, on any vehicle you should not attempt to open the trunk with the bike rack attached because it is not rated for the extra weight and it can also cause the trunk to fall on you. It also affects how the rack attaches to the vehicle. Provided that you do not attempt to open the trunk with the rack attached it should not have any effect on the trunk release. I have included a link to the installation instructions. If...
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