Bike Rack Options for a 2015 Lexus RC350
Updated 10/10/2017 | Published 10/08/2017
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Question:
So I had a trailer bike hitch from you for my Audi A5. Loved it and fantastic! I was just getting my car Maryland inspected and they said they felt the hitch for the IS would fit my car. Your thoughts?
asked by: Karen K
Expert Reply:
I have a solution for you, but unfortunately, there's not a confirmed hitch fit for the 2015 Lexus RC 350. I don't recommend using a non-verified hitch on a vehicle because it risks damage to the vehicle's frame and internals if something goes wrong with the hitch.
Instead, I would recommend looking at a trunk mounted rack or a SeaSucker rack.
For a trunk rack, I recommend the Yakima HangOut, part # Y02638. This rack holds up to three bikes on your trunk and allows for a quick install and removal post ride. This rack includes anti-sway cradles and a direct, easy fit with adjustable hubs on its hinges.
The HangOut doesn't include any locks or other security measures, so I recommend adding a 10 foot cable lock, part # CAB-10 to secure the bikes to the rack, and Yakima's Security Strap for Trunk Mounts, part # Y02623. This will improve the security of the rack give you peace of mind about your bike's safety.
Two other options are the SeaSucker Mini Bomber, part # 298-BM2006 or Talon, part # 298-BT1004. These innovative racks use a vacuum mount to hold your bikes with quick-release front wheels in a fork mount, circumventing the need for adding a traditional roof rack onto your vehicle.
These racks don't offer any integrated security, so you'll want to pick up a cable lock, part # e98891 as well to loop through the locking point on the SeaSuckers. You can use the window anchor point, part # 298-BA0010.
