Question:
We do not have a hitch and I am wondering if we can put a bike rack on the back
asked by: Liz D
Expert Reply:
If you click on the provided link, you can see the trunk mounted bike racks that are a confirmed fit for your Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Rhode Gear racks are not test fitted to specific vehicles, but the Super Shuttle rack you mention is very close in design to the Yakima SuperJoe Pro, part # Y02629 (Yakima manufactures the Rhode Gear Racks), which is NOT considered a fit for your Silhouette. This means that the rack most likely would not fit your vehicle.
I would recommend the Thule Passage, part # TH910XT which is confirmed to fit your vehicle.
For womens 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.
expert reply by: Mike L

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Products Referenced in This Question
Thule Passage 2 Bike Carrier - Trunk Mount
Product Summary:
Frame Mount - Anti-Sway
2 Bikes
Hanging Rack
Locks Not Included
Product Specs:
Dual Arm
Folding
Thule Bike Adapter Bar for Women's and Alternative Frame Bikes
Product Summary:
Hitch Bike Racks
Trunk Bike Racks
Spare Tire Bike Racks
Accessories
16 - 31-1/2 Inch
Product Specs:
Bike Adapter Bar
Yakima SuperJoe Pro 2 Bike Rack - Fixed Arms - Trunk Mount
Product Summary:
Frame Mount - Anti-Sway
2 Bikes
Hanging Rack
Locks Not Included
Product Specs:
Dual Arm
Standard
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