Recommended Bike Carrier Options for 2014 Kia Forte 5dr Hatchback
Question:
Is there a bike carrier for a 2014 Kia Forte 5 that is not roof mounted?
asked by: John K
Expert Reply:
According to Thule and Yakima, all their trunk mounted bike racks are compatible with your 2014 Kia Forte 5 door hatchback.
If you have a 5-door hatchback, Thule offers the Passage, part # TH910XT. The rack isn't as easy to install or remove, and doesn't include locks, but it's a quality rack that would hold your bikes safely and securely.
A hitch mounted bike rack would be another option for you. If you decide to go with this route, I'd recommend the Draw-Tite # 24903 Class I trailer hitch which is a fit for your vehicle, according to Draw-Tite. Once the hitch is installed, it would provide a mounting point for a bike rack, allowing you to carry up to two bikes (the limited tongue weight capacity of a Class I hitch prohibits carrying more than two bikes.)
The Swagman Trailhead, part # S63360 is a reasonably priced rack with all the features I recommend in a bike rack. When the bikes are removed, the rack can be tilted rearward to allow your rear hatch to open. The anti-sway cradles offer sturdy rubber straps to hold your bikes securely and prevent them from swaying back and forth during travel. An anti-rattle hitch pin is included, but I'd recommend upgrading to the optional cable lock/anti-rattle locking hitch pin, part # S64031.
If you'll be transporting women's bikes or bikes with sharply-angled top tubes, you might also consider a frame adapter bar like part # 64005. The bar spans the distance between the handlebar gooseneck and the seat post, which provides a secondary attachment point for the bike rack. This allows the bike to be carried level, which maximizes ground clearance.
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Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class I
- 200 lbs TW
- 2000 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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Swagman Bike Frame Adapter Bar - Small - 22-1/2" - 30" - 35 lbs
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Spare Tire Bike Racks
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Adapter Bar
- Frame
- 24-3/8 - 33-3/4 Inch Long
- Swagman
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Swagman Trailhead 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 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Swagman
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Anti-Rattle Hitch Lock and Cable for Swagman Bike Racks w/ 1-1/4" & Combo Shanks - 7'
- Trailer Hitch Lock
- Rack Specific Locks
- Keyed Unique
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Threaded Pin
- For Swagman Racks
- 2-3/4 Inch Span
- Swagman
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Thule Passage Trunk Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - Hanging Style
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Frame Mount - Anti-Sway
- 2 Bikes
- Non-Retractable
- Locks Not Included
- 6 Straps
- Adjustable Arms
- Hanging Rack
- Thule
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Yakima FullBack 2 Bike Rack - Trunk Mount - Adjustable Arms
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Frame Mount - Anti-Sway
- 2 Bikes
- Non-Retractable
- Bike and Rack Lock
- Fits Most Factory Spoilers
- 4 Straps
- Adjustable Arms
- Hanging Rack
- Yakima
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Thule UpRide Roof Bike Rack - Wheel Mount - Clamp On or Channel Mount - Aluminum
- Roof Bike Racks
- Wheel Mount
- 15mm Fork
- 15mm Thru-Axle
- 20mm Thru-Axle
- 5mm Fork
- 9mm Fork
- 9mm Thru-Axle
- Locks Not Included
- Aero Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Disc Brake Compatible
- Clamp On - Standard
- Track Mount - Standard
- Thule
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