Bike Carrier Recommendation for a 2015 Fiat 500E
Question:
Hi: If a bike rack does fit, it must not damage the car in any way as its a lease. Would you have a proven bike rack to recommend for this car? Thanks
asked by: Mark
Expert Reply:
Anything, including the most protective trunk mount carriers, have the potential to mar or scratch vehicle paint. The way to limit this from happening is to make sure the bike carrier and the vehicle are clean where they come into contact with each other. A coat of wax on the vehicle will offer even more protection.
Another option that will keep the bikes off of your leased 2015 Fiat 500E is to install a trailer hitch and use a hitch mount bike carrier. this is the safest way to carry bikes on a vehicle. for a trailer hitch you can use # C11363. We have had at least 1 customer use this hitch on a 2015 500E for bikes only and he said that it fits perfectly.
On this hitch you will be able to carry up to 2 bikes on a Class I compatible bike carrier. I recommend the Swagman Trailhead, # S63360, because it is a great compatible carrier and the rise in the shank will provide better ground clearance. I have included a link to a video review of the bike carrier and hitch installation for you.
If you will be carrying any bikes that do not have a top frame bar that goes straight across (like a typical men's bike would) then I recommend using bike adapter bar # 64005. This will allow you to carry those bikes more level and will provide better ground clearance. I have to use these adapters and without them my wife's bike would be at a severe angle and I would not be able to load my son's bike at all. I have linked a video showing how the adapter works.
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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Curt 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
- CURT
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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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Thule OutWay Trunk Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - Adjustable Arms
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Frame Mount - Standard
- 2 Bikes
- Non-Retractable
- Bike and Rack Lock
- Fits Most Factory Spoilers
- 2 Straps
- Adjustable Arms
- Hanging Rack
- Thule
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