Recommended Bike Carrier For 2015 Honda CR-V
Question:
I want to purchase a bike rack for my 2015 Honda CRV. I want one that goes behind the car not on the roof. If I purchase one through your company, where can I take it to have it installed? I live in Southern California.
asked by: Eileen R
Expert Reply:
There are a couple different style bike racks that may work for you. You stated you want a bike rack that goes behind your CR-V and not on the roof.
We offer trunk mount bike racks and the other style bike rack we offer would be a hitch-mounted bike rack.
The trunk mount bike rack I recommend is the Saris Bones 2 Bike Carrier, part # SA805BL. This is an easy bike rack to put on and take off the rear of your CR-V. It uses 6 straps to secure it to the back of the vehicle and has an arched design that fits over a spoiler. This bike rack is extremely light at only 10 lbs. I have attached a link to a product review video you can check out.
If you are looking for a hitch mounted bike rack and need a trailer hitch, I recommend the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch, part # 75742. This is a Class lll hitch and it has a 2 inch receiver opening which will accommodate many accessories like bike racks, cargo carriers, etc. The hitch can be installed by any qualified mechanic.
A nice platform-style bike carrier that is hitch-mounted I recommend is the Swagman XTC-2 2-Bike Platform Rack, part # S64670. This 2-bike carrier has adjustable wheel hoops that can work with wheels up to 2-1/2 inches wide. The sliding hooks on the center mast can be moved up and down to fit almost any bikes regardless of frame style This rack also has a 3 inch rise in the shank that gives additional ground clearance. I have attached a link to an installation video for this bike rack you might want to take a look at.
If you are planning on carrying bikes with alternative frames like kids bikes or women's bikes I recommend using an adapter bar like part # 64005. This attaches between the seat post and the handlebar stem and allows the bike to be carried more level in the carrier while providing additional ground clearance. I have attached a product review video for this adapter bar.
Products Referenced in This Question
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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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 675 lbs TW
- 4500 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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Swagman XTC2 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Frame Mount
- Locks Not Included
- 2 Bikes
- Class 2
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Swagman
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Saris Bones 2 Bike Rack - Trunk Mount - Adjustable Arms
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Frame Mount - Anti-Sway
- 2 Bikes
- Non-Retractable
- Locks Not Included
- Does Not Fit Spoilers
- 6 Straps
- Adjustable Arms
- Hanging Rack
- Saris
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