Recommendation For Bike Rack on 2012 Nissan Rogue With a Rear Spoiler

Updated 09/17/2012 | Published 09/12/2012

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Thule OutWay Trunk Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - Adjustable Arms

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Swagman Bike Frame Adapter Bar - Small - 22-1/2" - 30" - 35 lbs

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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"

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Question:

I have a 2012 Nissan Rogue with a rear spoiler. Do you have a bike rack that you can recommend for me? I am having a difficult time finding one. Thank you.

asked by: Katie

Expert Reply:

Since your 2012 Nissan Rogue has a rear spoiler the only trunk mount bike racks that will work are the suction-cup types like the # 298-BH1302 or the # 298-BK1910-AB.

Instead, I recommend a hitch for your Nissan Rogue and a hitch mounted bike rack. If you don't already have a hitch, the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2" # e98846 would work great. Then for a bike rack, I recommend the Thule Camber # TH9058. I attached a video of this rack for you to see all of its great features.

If you will be carrying any bikes that do not have a top frame bar that goes straight across (like a typical men's bike would) then I recommend using bike adapter bar # 64005. This will allow you to carry those bikes more level and will provide better ground clearance. I have to use these adapters and without them my wife's bike would be at a severe angle and I would not be able to load my son's bike at all. I have linked a video showing how the adapter works.

expert reply by: Jeff D