What Single-Bike Carrier Can I Use on My 2016 Smart fortwo Without Crossbars?

Question:

Unfortunately because my car is a basic model, the roof is made of rough plastic and not glass. For this reason, I do not think your recommendation will work in this case. Is there any other option?

asked by: Jose V

Expert Reply:

If you are looking for a creative solution that will allow you to attach a single bike rack to your 2016 Smart fortwo, I recommend the SeaSucker Talon Roof Bike Rack - Fork Mount - Vacuum Cup Mounted # 298-BT1004. The Talon comes with a weight capacity of 45 pounds and includes a HUSKE universal fork mount, a 9-mm thru-axle adapter, and a quick-release skewer to secure your bike. Also, the vacuum mounts on the Talon involve the easiest installation/removal process of any system we carry. With the vacuum mounts, you will not need to purchase a crossbar system for your vehicle's roof.

If you want extra theft-detterance for the Talon, I recommend the SeaSucker Cable Anchor # 298-BA0010 along with the etrailer cable lock # e98891.

expert reply by: Bob C

Jose V.

1/1/0001

Unfortunately because my car is a basic model, the roof is made of rough plastic and not glass. For this reason, I do not think your recommendation will work in this case. Is there any other option?

Bob C.

9/30/2021

I went ahead and reached out to SeaSucker, and he confirmed that the SeaSucker Talon Roof Bike Rack - Fork Mount # 298-BT1004 will work on all plastic surfaces as long as the surface is not porous (doesn't allow water to seep through). In addition, our install team has tested the same vacuum cups on the SeaSucker Monkey Bars # 298-SX6000B on the roof of a 2016 Smart fortwo successfully. Unfortunately, we do not have any other options for a roof-mounted bike rack without the use of the vacuum cups.