Spare Tire Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser

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is this rack a good fit for a 2014 FJ Cruiser part # Y02599 spare tire bike rack if not- which is best?

asked by: Teri

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The Yakima SpareRide bike rack part # Y02599 that you referenced has been confirmed as a fit for your 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser so it would fit. This is an excellent spare tire mounted bike rack so I would recommend it for you.

I attached a review video that shows how it installs and it's features for you to check out as well.

If you plan on carrying any womens or alternative framed bikes without horizontal top tubes you may also be interested in purchasing a Swagman Easy-Out Women's and Alternative Frame Bike Adapter # 64005 to provide a horizontal top tube on your bikes to provide an attachment point. I attached a review video for this product also. This will allow the bikes to be carried more level and will provide more ground clearance.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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George

2/16/2020

hi therei am interested to buy Yakima SpareRide Locking 2 Bike Spare Tire Mounted Bike Racker my land cruiser 2003 can you please confirm compatibility and/or propose any alternative you might suggest to evaluate?thank you !

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Jason S.

2/18/2020

The Malone RunWay 3 Bike Rack - Spare Tire Mount - Folding Arms # MPG2148 is a 3 bike option that is confirmed to fit your Land Cruiser. Other options haven't been confirmed as a fit but that simply means they haven't all been tested. The Yakima SpareRide 2 # Y02599 will fit your spare if the outermost edge of your tire itself and the actual mounting surface where the inside of the wheel rim mounts to the bracket are between 1-3/4 inches and 6-1/4 inches. With these hanging style racks you may need an adapter bar for any step thru style frames like # 64005. I also recommend using a cable lock like # 8122D to secure your bikes to the rack. Another option to consider are the Saris Freedom 2 Bike Rack - Platform Style - Spare Tire Mount # SA999TB which will fit if that same measurement is between 2-1/2 inches and 7-3/4 inches.

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