Which Trailer Hitch and Three Bike Rack Is Recommended On 2010 Nissan Murano

Question:

I have a 2010 Nissan Murano and am curious as to a recommendation for a hitch and bike rack combo? I want to carry at least 3 bikes. And, two of the three are a little smaller girls 24 bike and a young boys bike. Also, will be doing interstate travel so would like one that will work well at highway speeds. Thanks!

asked by: Stefan

Expert Reply:

I recommend the etrailer Trailer Hitch, # e65AR, for your 2010 Nissan Murano. It has the round tube design and its matte black finish will blend nicely underneath the vehicle. It is a bolt-on installation with no drilling required.

The Dual-Arm design bike racks seem to work good for long distance highway traveling because it gives two attachment points to strap the bike down. That will help give the bikes better support if you encounter any crosswinds when driving on the highway.

One of our most popular 3 Bike racks is the Swagman Folding 3 Bike Dual Arm Rack, # S63365. It has a maximum weight capacity of 100 lbs. and it has cradles that will accept a wide variety of bike frames.

Another item that I would recommend is the SportRack Hitch Mounted Bike Rack Bike Frame Adapter Bar, # 64005. It is a bar that connects to the seat post on the bike to the stem of the handlebars. It is used on womens and kids bikes that might not have a horizontal bar that you would use to attach to the bike rack and keep the bike level.

expert reply by: Jeff D