Recommended Trunk-Mount 2-Bike Carrier for 2013 Nissan Maxima

Question:

I am in need of a trunk bike rack for 1 bike 90 percent of the time and 2 bikes for 10 percent of the time. I am considering a Hollywood Racks Express Rack, trunk mount, fixed arms from you at a great price. Is this suitable for a 2013 Nissan Maxima sedan? Other acceptable racks? What P/N deadbolt and security strap do I need for this?

asked by: John M

Expert Reply:

The Hollywood Racks Express 3 Bike Rack # HRE3 is a confirmed fit on your 2013 Nissan Maxima sedan. Apart from its very friendly price, the Express 3 also offers light weight (only 13-lbs), a folding design for easier storage and a 4-strap attachment system which make it easier to install than racks that use 6 straps. Its dual arms make fitting most bikes easier and reduce the need for adapter bars like # UB01.

For security, you can add passive Security Strap # TH533 to help secure the rack to the car and cable lock # e98891 to secure the bikes to the rack. The cable lock is a generous 10-feet in length, which may allow you to route it through tow loops or other openings in the car's frame.

If you prefer a USA-made Thule rack that includes locks then you might like their Gateway Pro 2-Bike Rack # TH88VR which carries a limited lifetime warranty. This rack is shown in use on a Jetta in the linked video.
All racks confirmed as a fit for your car are shown on the linked page.

expert reply by: Adam R