Recommended Bike Carrying Option for 2005 Toyota Sienna XLE

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Hi- I have 2005 Toyota Sienna XLE with a spoiler. I was wondering if I am still able to use a trunk mounted carrier for 3-4 bikes. I worry that it puts stress on the spoiler and it might break. If I can, what is the best one I should invest in? Is it easy to put on? If not, how do I get something to be able to use a hitch bike rack? Thank you for your help.

asked by: Sarah

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I did some research online trying to get a good look at the spoiler on the liftgate of that vehicle. Here is the bottom line on minivan spoilers. If there is a gap between the spoiler and the vehicle that would allow the mounting straps to pass through and attach to the top of the door WITHOUT passing over the spoiler, a trunk mounted bike rack could be used.

However, since your spoiler does NOT have a gap and the straps or cables would have to pass over the top of the spoiler, I would urge you not to use a trunk mounted rack as the spoiler most likely will not have the strength to support the rack plus the bikes installed on it without being deformed or broken. A hitch mounted option would be the best choice for you.

I would recommend the Curt Class III Hitch, part # C13105. I have linked you to the installation instructions and an install video that you might find helpful.

We have many different 4 bike racks that would work well for you, but I would recommend the Swagman Trailhead, part # S63380. The Trailhead is an economically priced rack that includes essential features like anti-sway bike cradles that will securely hold your bikes to the rack and prevent them from swinging back and forth and striking each other. An anti-rattle hitch pin is included, but a locking hitch pin and cable lock, part # S64031 is recommended.

To carry womens bikes or bikes with sharply angled top tubes or step-through frames, using a frame adapter like part # 64005 is recommended. The adapter spans the distance between the seat post and the handle bar gooseneck, and provides a level attachment point to the bike rack so the bike has greater ground clearance and is not carried at an angle.

expert reply by: Mike L

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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There is only one difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13176 and etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98909 that fit your 2020 Chevrolet Colorado, which is the finish. The Curt trailer hitch has a glossy black finish while the etrailer…

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Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue…

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In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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To add a class III hitch to your 2024 Honda CR-V hybrid, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C13397. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your CR-V with included hardware. It is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. I really like this…

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To me it makes the most sense to put a Bike Rack #HLY64FR on the flat towed vehicle rather than above the tow bars. Especially on heavy e-bikes as they are difficult to lift that high onto the rack, but also as it only makes sense to have the rack on…

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Sorry to hear about your car accident and your hitch and bike rack being damaged. As far as installing a new hitch, the first thought that comes to mind is, because of the accident, are all the necessary attachment points for a trailer hitch on the…

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The Kuat NV 2.0 2 Bike Platform Rack, #NV22G, and the Kuat NV 2.0 Base 2-Bike Platform rack, #BA22B. are both very similar bike racks. Both racks can be expanded to a 4-bike rack, #NA22G add-on for the NV 2.0 and #BA02B for the NV 2.0 Base, and both…

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Answer 10

I would discourage the use of an adapter for use of 2 inch accessories in 1-1/4 inch trailer hitch receivers. The reason is that the adapter places the carrier farther away from the rear of the vehicle and hitch, creating additional torque that 1-1/4…

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