Bike Rack and Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2018 Kia Optima
Question:
Hi, can you recommend to me a bike rack 1 or 2 bike that will fit a 2018 kia optima? Thanks
asked by: Robert B
Expert Reply:
For your 2018 Kia Optima you'd want to go with a hitch mounted bike rack as they provide the most solid attachment, are the easiest to load, and don't touch any painted surfaces. You'd need a trailer hitch first like part # 24965 which is a confirmed fit.
For a bike rack I really like the Hollywood Racks Destination Bike Rack # HLY94FR.
This is a platform bike rack that only weighs 20 lbs. The biggest drawback to platform bike racks has always been the weight of them, but with this rack you get the best of both worlds. The preferred attachment style with the lighter weight.
Products Referenced in This Question
Hollywood Racks Destination Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Frame Mount
- Hitch Lock
- 2 Bikes
- Class 1
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Hollywood Racks
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Draw-Tite Sportframe 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
- Draw-Tite
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