Tilting Bike Rack that Will Let Tailgate Down on a 2007 Honda Element
Question:
If I use this rack along with the 2007 Honda Element etrailer hitch, will there be enough clearance to open the rear tailgate completely flat with the bike rack tilted fully forward?
asked by: Samuel K
Expert Reply:
I do have a recommendation for you, but I am not confident that the Thule rack, # TH9058, will tilt down far enough to lower the tailgate on your 2007 Honda Element.
But take a look at the Kuat Beta bike racks such as # B202-2 for 2-inch hitches or # B202-114 for 1-1/4 inch hitches. These racks tilt down much further so clearance for the tailgate won't be a problem.
On your Element the 2-inch etrailer hitch is # e78KR
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Kuat Beta Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" Trailer Hitches - Tilting
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hanging Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Locks Not Included
- 2 Bikes
- Class 1
- Class 2
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Kuat
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Kuat Beta Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 2" Trailer Hitches - Tilting
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hanging Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Locks Not Included
- 2 Bikes
- Class 3
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Kuat
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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 350 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
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- Visible Cross Tube
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Thule Camber Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hanging Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Locks Not Included
- 2 Bikes
- Class 1
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
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