Best 2 Bike Carrier For 2021 BMW X1 With Rear Spoiler
Question:
I’m trying to get a bike rack for my 2021 BMW X1. I only need it for 2 bikes. The one recommended rear spoiler is the one people are getting for my type of vehicle. Your website says it won’t fit my suv. The one you guys recommend is a trunk type, which I’m sure I will ruin the rear spoiler. Can you guys help to decide?
asked by: Ricardo M
Expert Reply:
I'm not quite sure which bike rack you are referring to, however, I recommend going with the Malone Hanger 3 Bike Rack - Trunk Mount - Adjustable Arms # MPG2139 which is confirmed to fit your 2021 BMW X1. This is a trunk-mounted bike rack that has straps going over the rear spoiler. While I do not see any negative reviews stating that this bike rack has damaged a spoiler, keep in mind that this will still put some added stress/tension on the spoiler. I have attached a photo of this bike rack on a Subaru Outback with a similar spoiler that your X1 has.
I always recommend going with a trailer hitch receiver-mounted bike rack. This way you will have more view out your back window and hitch-mounted bike racks typically can handle more weight. If you do not have a trailer receiver I recommend going with Stealth Hitches Hidden Rack Receiver # SH77VR. Then for a bike rack you could go with Swagman XTC-2 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes # S64670. While this bike rack typically works with most frame designs on bikes, it is recommended to use Swagman Deluxe Bike Frame Adapter Bar # 64005 if you plan on transporting women's or children's bikes. This will ensure your bikes are safely secured to the bike rack.
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Products Referenced in This Question
Swagman Bike Frame Adapter Bar - Small - 22-1/2" - 30" - 35 lbs
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Spare Tire Bike Racks
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Adapter Bar
- Frame
- 24-3/8 - 33-3/4 Inch Long
- Swagman
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Swagman XTC2 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Frame Mount
- Locks Not Included
- 2 Bikes
- Class 2
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Swagman
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Stealth Hitches Hidden Rack Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- 350 lbs TW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Completely Hidden
- Stealth Hitches
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Malone Hanger Trunk Bike Rack for 3 Bikes - Adjustable Arms
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Frame Mount - Anti-Sway
- 3 Bikes
- Non-Retractable
- Bike Lock
- 6 Straps
- Adjustable Arms
- Hanging Rack
- Malone
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