Trunk Mount and Trailer Hitch Mount Bike Rack Recommendations for a 2011 Nissan Murano

Question:

Looking for a trunk mount for a Nissan Murano 2011. Quote for hitch mount installed was over $1000 from the dealer. Im too short for a roof rack. Any suggestions? Thank you.

asked by: Ellen

Expert Reply:

To carry 3 bikes using a trunk mounted carrier on your 2011 Nissan Murano you can use the Hollywood Racks Over-the-Top rack # HRF2-3.

This rack has an additional upper arm piece that moves the top straps up and over that spoiler so no weight is put on it (since the spoiler is not meant to support weight). I have included a link to a video that shows how it works.

If you will be carrying any bikes that do not have a top frame bar that goes straight across (like a typical men's bike would) then I recommend using bike adapter bar # 64005. This will allow you to carry those bikes more level and will provide better ground clearance. I have to use these adapters and without them my wife's bike would be at a severe angle and I would not be able to load my son's bike at all. I have linked a video showing how the adapter works.

expert reply by: Michael H