3 Bike Rack Recommendation for 2009 Acura MDX with 2 inch Hitch
Question:
Hello, I have a 2009 MDX, which 3 bike rack would you recommend? Also, will I have to purchase anything else to attach the truck? Lastly, I have added a picture of my truck so you can see what I am working with.
asked by: Tonya C
Expert Reply:
A three bike trunk mounted bike rack like the Yakima HangOut 3 part # Y02638 that you referenced would work on your 2009 Acura MDX but since you have a 2 inch trailer hitch a hitch mounted bike rack would be your best option. Hitch racks are much more stable, don't touch painted surfaces of the vehicle, are easier to install/remove, and if ever needed you could open the rear cargo door without having to totally remove the rack like trunk racks require.
Platform bike racks are the easiest to load/unload and hold the bikes the most securely like with the Kuat Transfer part # KU24FR but for a lower priced option the Swagman Trailhead part # S63365 would be a great option as well.
Products Referenced in This Question
Kuat Transfer V2 Bike Rack for 3 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Wheel Mount
- Bike Lock
- 3 Bikes
- Class 3
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Carbon Fiber Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
- Kuat
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Swagman Trailhead Bike Rack for 3 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hanging Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Locks Not Included
- 3 Bikes
- Class 1
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Swagman
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Yakima HangOut 3 Bike Rack - Trunk Mount - Adjustable Arms
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Frame Mount - Anti-Sway
- 3 Bikes
- Non-Retractable
- Locks Not Included
- Fits Most Factory Spoilers
- 6 Straps
- Adjustable Arms
- Hanging Rack
- Yakima
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