Recommended Trunk Mounted Bike Rack for 2011 Doge Grand Caravan

Question:

I need a trunk or hatch rack for a 2011 Grand Caravan for 2 bikes.

asked by: Gail P

Expert Reply:

There are several trunk mounted bike racks that are a fit for your vehicle. To see all your options, simply click the provided link.

Of the choices listed, I would recommend the Thule OutWay Bike model, part # TH45JV. The OutWay is the most popular trunk mounted rack offered for your Grand Caravan, primarily because of how easy the rack is to install and remove. The 2 mounting cables are much easier to use than the 4-6 straps and buckles used by other racks. The cables are lockable, and the OutWay also features an integrated cable lock to deter theft.

To carry women's bikes or bikes with sharply angled top tubes or step-through frames, using a frame adapter like part # TH982XT 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.

I have also linked you to an install video showing the rack in use on a 2012 Grand Caravan, as well as a video showing how the frame adapter bar is used.

expert reply by: Mike L