Can Thule Trunk-Mount Bike Rack be Used on 2006 Honda CR-V
Question:
I read the experts advise I I do see a solution. The one mistake in connection is that it is not a swing door but a lift door. Is the solution the same. What single bike bike rack would you recommend for this application. Thank you so much.
asked by: Armond S
Expert Reply:
Thank you for all of the info and the picture!
Normally when the hatch on a vehicle doesn't allow the hooks to properly secure you would just use an anchor type system like the Hollywood Racks part # HR44FR. These would sit inside the rear hatch area and would essentially pull against the door to hold the rack in place.
I checked with all of our manufacturers and none of them list a fit for a 2006 Honda CR-V. So even if you were able to use anchors I'm not sure if a Thule bike rack, like the Gateway Pro # TH78VR would actually work. Fortunately we do have other solutions for you.
What you can do instead is install a trailer hitch like the Curt # 13535 and then use a hitch mount 3-bike rack. A cost-effective hanging style option would be the Saris Bones # SA883. I have attached a video of the rack that you can check out to get a better idea of what the bike rack is like.
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Armond S.
4/6/2020
I read the experts advise I I do see a solution. The one mistake in connection is that it is not a swing door but a lift door. Is the solution the same. What single bike bike rack would you recommend for this application. Thank you so much.