Trunk Mounted Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2007 Toyota Yaris with a Spoiler
Question:
Which trunk mount would be best with the spoiler? I have 3 bikes I would like to carry. Thank you in Advance for your time and advice.
asked by: Lisa Q
Expert Reply:
Since your 2007 Toyota Yaris Sport has a spoiler the best option and really the only option is going to be the Hollywood Racks Over-the-Top rack # HRF2-3. This rack was designed specifically for vehicles that have spoilers. The issue with a spoiler is that it is not meant to support weight.
The Over-the-Top rack solves this issue. It has an additional upper arm piece that moves the top straps up and over the spoiler so no stress is put on it. I have linked a video showing how it works (the video shows the 2-bike model but the 3-bike works the same way).
If you will be carrying any bikes that do not have a top frame bar that goes straight across (like a typical men's bike would) then I recommend using bike adapter bar # 64005. This will allow you to carry those bikes more level and will provide better ground clearance.
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Swagman Bike Frame Adapter Bar - Small - 22-1/2" - 30" - 35 lbs
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- Hitch Bike Racks
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- 24-3/8 - 33-3/4 Inch Long
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Thule Passage 3 Bike Carrier - Trunk Mount
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- Frame Mount - Anti-Sway
- 3 Bikes
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- Locks Not Included
- Fits Most Factory Spoilers
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- Adjustable Arms
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- Thule
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