How To Use a Trunk Mount Bike Rack While Towing a Trailer

Updated 08/07/2019 | Published 08/06/2019

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Yakima FullBack 3 Bike Rack - Trunk Mount - Adjustable Arms

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$341.98

Curt Class III Drawbar - 2" Rise - 4" Drop - 13" Long - 7,500 lbs

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Question:

Im wondering if its ok to use a trunk mount bike rack like the Yakima Fullback while towing a travel trailer on my 2013 Acura MDX which has a bare roof? Ideally Id like to put 3 bikes on the rack but could make do with 2 if there will be issues with turning when towing the trailer.

asked by: Tyler

Expert Reply:

In order to use a trunk mount bike rack like the Yakima FullBack 3 Bike Rack part # Y02633 on your 2013 Acura MDX while also towing a trailer you would indeed need to extend the connection point in order to prevent any turning clearance issues. For this, a ball mount with extended shank will do the job just fine. I recommend the Curt Class III Drawbar part # C45270 but if you can provide me with your exact rise/drop needs I may have a better option for you.

There would likely be turning clearance issues if not using a ball mount with extended shank but there are too many variables to give a defiant yes or no answer.

expert reply by: Conner L