Trunk Mount Bike Carrier for a 2014 Volvo XC90 with Rear Spoiler at the Top of the Hatch

Question:

Can you send me a picture of how a Yikama or other trunk rack would fit my 2014 Volvo XC 90? Will the spoiler get in the way of such a rack?

asked by: Susan

Expert Reply:

I have included a picture showing a Yakima trunk mount bike rack installed on a Volvo XC90. Most bike carriers that use straps will fit the same way. I do not recommend it though because that spoiler at the top of the hatch is not designed to hold any weight.

What I recommend is the Hollywood Racks Over-the-Top rack # HRF2. This rack has an additional upper arm piece that moves the top straps up and over that spoiler so no weight is put on it (since the spoiler is not meant to support weight). I have included a link to a video that shows how it works.

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.

expert reply by: Michael H