Recommended Trunk Bike Carriers for 2015 Honda Civic Sport

Question:

Hi, was wondering if there was a bike carrier to attach to my new Honda Civic sport 2015. I dont want a roof type or one that fits on to a towbar. I cant seem to find one to fit to the boot because of the design of the boot door. Please can you help as Im dying to take my bike places. Many thanks.

asked by: Steven S

Expert Reply:

If by "Sport" you mean to indicate that you have a 2-door coupe version of the 2015 Honda Civic then we do have several options in a trunk-mount bike rack for you. The linked page will show you the range of 2- and 3-bike racks that fit your Civic Coupe. Even if you only need to transport 2 bikes, a 3-bike rack can offer you additional clearance and make loading the bikes easier.

The best option is Thule's OutWay, which is offered in both 2-bike and 3-bike versions, parts # TH45JV and # TH56BV. Both feature included locks for both the rack itself and for your loaded bikes. These two racks also feature Thule's Fit Dial mounting system and they use only 2 rubber-coated steel cables, rather than 6 nylon straps, for easier attachment to your Civic.

For a more cost-effective Thule rack you could consider their Gateway Pro 2-Bike Rack # TH88VR or the 3-bike # TH78VR. These two carriers also include locks for the bikes and have the Fit Dial System for easy installation. You will need # TH533 to secure the rack to your vehicle.

If you'll be transporting women's or kids bikes - or any type that does not have a horizontal top frame tube - you might consider using an adapter bar like # TH982XT. The adapter bar connects between the seat and handlebar posts to provide a level mounting surface to mate with the carrier's arms. This provides for better ground clearance at the wheels.