Trunk Mounted Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2012 Ford Focus Hatch and Electra Beach Cruisers

Question:

Hi. I just bought an Electra beach cruiser and I need a bike rack. I want the HW Gordo but apparently it will fit every car know to man except for a Ford Focus 5 door hatchback. Any advise or suggestions? I dont think this bike will fit inside my car.

asked by: Arlene C

Expert Reply:

For a trunk mounted bike rack that is confirmed to fit your 2012 Ford Focus 5 dr hatch I would recommend the Thule OutWay Bike Rack part # TH45JV. The OutWay is one of our most popular trunk mounted bike racks and uses a new attachment system with only 2 rubber coated straps.

This rack has a weight capacity of 66 lbs but only a 33 lb per bike weight limit so it should work well to carry your Electra Beach Cruiser but you should check the weight of your bike to be sure.

Since you have an alternative style frame bike you would also want to get a Thule Bike Adapter Bar # TH982XT to provide a horizontal top tube on your bikes to provide an attachment point. I attached a review video for this product also. This will allow the bikes to be carried more level and will provide more ground clearance.

expert reply by: Jameson C