Are Hitch-Mounted Bike Racks Available For 2016 Acura ILX That Do Not Block Rear Camera
Question:
I am looking for a bicycle rack that would not intefer with a backup camera. I am considering buying a 2016 Acura ILX which has a backup camera over the license plate. The existing bike rake that I have is a platform rack Kuaa. If I install that rack and it was folded up the arm of the rack would interfere with the Camera and thus would make the camera unusable. Thus, I am looking for a rack that would not interfere with the camera when there are no bikes being hauled. I would prefer a rack for a hitch and a platform rack.
asked by: Kevin T
Expert Reply:
If the camera is mounted above the license plate is at the middle of the trunk, it would be impossible to find a trailer hitch mounted bike carrier that would not interfere with the camera view.
I have attached a link to the hitch-mounted platform-style bike carriers we offer.
The trailer hitch I recommend for your ILX is the Curt receiver hitch # C11391. This is a Class l hitch and it has a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening.
Products Referenced in This Question
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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Kuat Sherpa 2.0 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" Hitches - Wheel Mount - Gray
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Wheel Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 2 Bikes
- Class 1
- Class 2
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Carbon Fiber Bikes
- Kuat
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