What are the Best Trunk Mount Bike Racks for a 2008 Lexus IS 250

Question:

I need your top recommendations for a trunk mounted bike rack for a 2008 Lexus IS 250 please. I am only a recreational cyclist and will be using the rack to transport a TREK 7.1 FX WSD women's hybrid. I need something that is really simple to install and detach as I will not be using it that much and I am mechanically uninclined. Thanks in advance!

asked by: Ylencia

Expert Reply:

For your 2008 Lexus IS 250 the best option I would recommend is the Thule OutWay trunk bike rack # TH45JV. The OutWay is the easiest rack to install/remove due to having only 2 retractable cables it uses to attach rather than 6 straps. Since you mentioned it's a women's bike I would recommend a Thule bike adapter # TH982XT (Adapts women's, alternative, oversize and some children's bike frames to fit various bike racks).

And secondly the Thule Gateway Pro # TH78VR. This is a good bike rack, but has a few less features than the Thule Raceway.

I have also included installation videos for you as well.

expert reply by: Chris B