Trunk Mount Bike Rack Recommendation for 2015 BMW X5
Question:
Please recommend a bike rack for 3 bikes - 2 of which are childrens. Thanks!
asked by: Jessica
Expert Reply:
The 3-bike trunk mount bike rack I recommend for your 2015 BMW X5 is the Thule OutWay Pro 3-Bike Rack # TH56BV because this is one of the top trunk mount bike racks and will allow you to more easily load your children's bikes since the rack's arms are closer together. The OutWay Pro packs a number of great features, like the road-dampening technology the integrated locking cable that will lock the bikes on the rack and the locking hub that secures the straps that will lock the bike rack to the X5 hatch.
For a more budget friendly rack that doesn't have all of the same features as the Archway, the Passage 3 Bike Carrier # TH911XT that you viewed is a great option. This rack features the anti-sway cages to help prevent bike-to-bike and bike-to-vehicle contact during travel, similar to those on the Archway.
Since you mentioned carrying children's bikes, I recommend checking out bike adapter bars, like the Kuat Ubar # UB01. Most step-through bikes, dual-suspension bikes, women's, and small children's bikes will require a bike adapter bar. This adapter will allow you to carry bikes that do not have an upper frame bar more level and will make loading small children's bikes easier.
I have attached review videos of these products for you. It is also important to keep in mind that the heaviest bike should be loaded first, closest to the vehicle, while the lightest bike should be placed on the rack last.
Products Referenced in This Question
Thule OutWay Trunk Bike Rack for 3 Bikes - Adjustable Arms
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Frame Mount - Standard
- 3 Bikes
- Non-Retractable
- Bike and Rack Lock
- Fits Most Factory Spoilers
- 2 Straps
- Adjustable Arms
- Hanging Rack
- Thule
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Kuat Ubar Bike Frame Adapter Bar for Women's and Alternative Frame Bikes
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Spare Tire Bike Racks
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Adapter Bar
- Frame
- Kuat
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Thule Passage 3 Bike Carrier - Trunk Mount
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Frame Mount - Anti-Sway
- 3 Bikes
- Non-Retractable
- Locks Not Included
- Fits Most Factory Spoilers
- 6 Straps
- Adjustable Arms
- Hanging Rack
- Thule
more information >
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