Can you Open the Trunk when the Saris Bones 2 Bike Carrier is Installed on a Mazda CX-5

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Hello, Im looking for a rear-mount bike rack for 1-2 bikes for my Mazda CX-5 and I really like the Saris Bones 2 SA805. I just have one question - would I be able to open the trunk with the bike rack installed no bikes on it, of course, or would I need to uninstall the rack for trunk access? Are there other rear-mount bike rack models that fit my CX-5 and dont need to be uninstalled for trunk access? Thanks

asked by: Georgi P

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If you need truck access often, I have a solution for you, but bike rack manufacturers do not recommend opening the rear hatch or trunk with a bike rack installed. The door hinges are not designed to hold the extra weight and the rear door could come down on whoever is underneath. There is also a chance that the bike rack could fall off and scratch the paint.

If you need to access the trunk often, I suggest a hitch mounted bike rack which can fold down, giving you access to open the trunk. I have attached links to our hitch receivers and hitch-mounted bike rack product pages. I recommend Thule Hitching Post Pro Hitch-Mounted bike rack # TH934XTR. This rack can carry up to four bikes and can tilt down for easy access to the trunk. If you do not already have a hitch installed on your vehicle, I recommend Curt Hitch Receiver # C13315. This hitch fits 2013-2016 Mazda CX5's.

The Saris Bones 2 # SA805BL is quick and easy to uninstall, around 5 minutes. Trunk racks unhook from the trunk door and fold down for easy storage. The Saris Bones 2 is a great bike carrier and is made from injection-molded plastic which creates a durable and rustproof rack. This rack is confirmed by Saris to fit your vehicle.

If you are carrying any women's children's or alternative framed bikes without the top horizontal cross tube, you may want to consider a bike adapter bar similar to # TH982XT to make loading bikes easier.

I have attached a review video of the Saris Bones 2, the Hitching Post Pro and the bike adapter bar for you to check out.

expert reply by: Sarah H

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Answer 1

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Answer 2

The Thule OutWay #TH45JV will fit your 2016 Toyota Highlander but you will not be able to open your rear hatch when the rack is installed. You can, but it may cause damage by jamming the hooks against the body and trunk lid. If you are still…

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Answer 3

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I have a recommendation for you, but bike rack manufacturers do not recommend leaving trunk-mount racks installed on your vehicle when accessing the rear hatch. If someone did attempt to try and open the trunk while the Thule Passage 2 Bike Rack…

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Hi Darlene, Definitely smart to make sure you get the right hitch, and what you need for your 2024 Honda CR-V Hybrid Touring is the following: - etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98848

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Answer 6

I do have a bike rack to fit your vehicle. Unfortunately, it will not be a hitch bike rack. I took a look at the owner's manual for your 2022 Lexus ES 350. Oftentimes, the availability of a trailer hitch is based upon whether you can use your…

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Yes, we do offer locks for the Saris Bones EX 2 Bike Rack part #SAR83FR. The 8' Cable Lock and lock Loop for Saris Trunk Mounted Bike Racks part #SAR52FR is a two in one. It locks the bikes to the rack and then the rack to the vehicle. The rack…

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I have a great trunk mounted bike rack I can recommend for your 2009 Honda CR-V but Thule actually does not list any of their racks as fits for your vehicle. The trunk rack I recommend the highest though is the Yakima Fullback part #Y02634 as this is…

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Answer 9

I spoke with Saris, and in order to remove your old strap and install the new one #SA17158 you're going to need to press the button that releases the strap normally from it's other end and then with some force lift up on the strap to get the…

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

Between all of the bike racks you mentioned I'd prefer the Yakima Fullback part #Y02634. The Fullbak is considered to be on the higher end of the trunk rack quality/feature spectrum yet they aren't that crazy expensive so the value for these…

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Answer 12

Sorry to hear about your car accident and your hitch and bike rack being damaged. As far as installing a new hitch, the first thought that comes to mind is, because of the accident, are all the necessary attachment points for a trailer hitch on the…

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Can you Open the Trunk when the Saris Bones 2 Bike Carrier is Installed on a Mazda CX-5

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