Trunk Mounted or Hitch Mounted Bike Rack for 2012 Toyota RAV4 With Spare Tire
Published 03/20/2020
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MPG2139. Does this fit a 2012 Rav4 with a covered, external spare tire?
asked by: Danielle H
Expert Reply:
The spare tire means the Malone trunk rack you asked about is not a fit for your 2012 Toyota RAV4. There is just one option for a trunk-mounted rack that will work for your vehicle, the SeaSucker Hornet Rear Window Bike Rack - Handlebar Mount - Vacuum Cup Mounted # 298-BH1302.
Apart from that, the best way to transport bikes on your 2012 RAV4 with a spare tire is a trailer hitch and hitch-mounted bike rack. For the hitch I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13406.
Then for a bike rack I recommend the Swagman Trailhead because of its value due to its combination of both quality and price. It is offered in different versions depending on how many bikes you need to carry.
- 2 Bikes: Swagman Trailhead # S63360
- 3 Bikes: Swagman Trailhead # S63365
- 4 Bikes: Swagman Trailhead # S63381
I have added a photo a customer sent in of this rack on a Toyota RAV4, as well as links to a number of installs and video reviews for you to check out as well.
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SeaSucker Hornet Rear Window Bike Rack for 1 Bike - Handlebar Mount - Vacuum Cup Mounted
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Handlebar Mount
- 1 Bike
- Locks Not Included
- Suction Cup Rack
- SeaSucker
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