Hitch and Bike Rack Rercommendation for 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander that Allows Cargo Area Access

Question:

on my 07 outlander i have this tail gate,will i have clearance issues installing a hitch bike rack? can i still use the tail gate?ive been looking around for any info on this,but cant find any. thanks!

asked by: Al

Expert Reply:

For your 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander the Curt Trailer Hitch # 13581 is a confirmed fit and would work great for carrying a bike rack and we have a way to allow you tailgate clearance as well.

My favorite bike rack to recommend is the Thule Vertex Swing part # TH9031XT because it can carry up to 4 bikes and can swing out and away from the rear of the vehicle to give you complete access to the rear cargo area with bikes loaded. The arms of the rack can also fold down when not in use so that the bike rack doesn't take up much space as well. Check out the review video I attached for more info on this rack 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 Kuat Bike Frame Adapter Bar # UB01 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