Recommendation for Carrying Bikes in Bed of 2017 Honda Ridgeline without Drilling Into Truck Bed

Updated 08/29/2016 | Published 08/27/2016

Question:

Is the Thule Insta Gager work in the bed of a Honda Ridgeline 2017? Is there another alternative that requires no bolts?

asked by: Nelson

Expert Reply:

I have a solution to carry your bikes in the bed of your 2017 Honda Ridgeline that will not require bolting to the truck bed, but the Thule Insta-Gater # TH93VR is not confirmed or guaranteed to work in your truck bed.

The best solution I have for you is the Swagman Tailwhip Tailgate Pad and Bike Rack # S64761. This tailgate pad allows you to carry your bikes over the tailgate of your truck, does not require any drilling, and will not require the bike's front wheel to be removed. The tailgate pad has a built-in flap to allow you easy access to your tailgate handle and the built in daisy chain allows you to secure the bikes to the pad during transport. I've attached a review video of this tailgate pad for you.

expert reply by: Victoria B