Recommended Trunk-Mounted 2-Bike Carrier For 2016 VW Golf R
Question:
Hi there, I own a 2016 VW Golf R and since I live in Saudi I just wanted to make absolutely sure that the Saris bones 2 bike rack is compatible with no issues with my car. The top rear spoiler is plastic and I read somewhere that plastic spoilers are not compatible with the type of trunk racks like the Bones 2 which use 2 top hooks to the top spoiler. Please advise. Thank you.
asked by: Adnan K
Expert Reply:
I have confirmed with Saris that the Saris Bones 2 Bike Rack - Trunk Mount - Adjustable Arms # SA805BL will in fact fit your 2016 VW Golf R. It is designed to fit vehicles with spoiler and uses vinyl-coated hooks that will prevent your vehicle from being scratched. Saris recommends using Hatch Huggers # SA3035 in place of the straps/hooks that come with the Saris Bones 2 in order to offer a custom-fit for vehicles with a small gap between roof and trunk. The Saris Bones 2 has a weight capacity of 35lbs per bike. It is designed to work with women's and children's bikes but some bikes still require the use of an adapter such as # UB01 to safely transport the bike.
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Products Referenced in This Question
Hatch Huggers for Saris Trunk Mount Bike Racks
- Accessories and Parts
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Straps
- Saris
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Kuat Ubar Bike Frame Adapter Bar for Women's and Alternative Frame Bikes
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Spare Tire Bike Racks
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Adapter Bar
- Frame
- Kuat
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Saris Bones 2 Bike Rack - Trunk Mount - Adjustable Arms
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Frame Mount - Anti-Sway
- 2 Bikes
- Non-Retractable
- Locks Not Included
- Does Not Fit Spoilers
- 6 Straps
- Adjustable Arms
- Hanging Rack
- Saris
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