Recommendation for 3-Bike Carrier for Use on 2012 Dodge Charger With Rear Spoiler  

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Vehicles like your 2012 Dodge Charger that have a rear spoiler can pose a challenge to the fit of many trunk-mount bike carriers, but there are specialized models offered that are designed to deal with this characteristic. The Hollywood Racks Over-the-Top 2 Bike Carrier # HRF2-3 is made specifically for cars with rear spoilers. Its high-rise frame and multiple strap mounting options prevent damage to your spoiler, which is not really designed to bear any weight. Do note that your vehicle has a soft bumper and depending on the total weight load of your 3 bikes, they may exceed the capacity of your bumper.

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If you will be transporting bikes for women or kids (or any that does not have a main horizontal top frame tube typical of a standard man's bike) you might consider use of an adapter bar on such bikes. Hollywood Racks offers their # HRBA-PRO; this simple device connects between the seat and handlebar posts to provide a level mounting surface to mate with the carrier's arms. This keeps such bikes level to maintain safe ground clearance.

expert reply by: Adam R

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