Best Bike Rack to Avoid Spoiler Damage on a 2013 Toyota Highlander
Updated 01/07/2013 | Published 01/05/2013
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I just purchased a 2013 Highlander and do not have any sort of trailer hitch. I would like to use a bike rack not roof mounted and am wondering what my options are. Specifically, can I use a bike rack whose straps will come over the extended lip at the top of my rear tailgate.
asked by: Sean A
Expert Reply:
You can definitely use a trunk mount option like the 2-Bike # Y02634 or 3-Bike Y02633 Yakima FullBack, but if you leave these installed for long periods of time they can eventually cause damage to your 2013 Toyota Highlander so I recommend installing a trailer hitch and using a hitch mounted bike rack instead:
- etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98858
- Hollywood Racks Destination Bike Rack # HLY94FR
This setup keeps the bikes and bike rack from making any contact with your vehicle and it gives you an easier installation an of the bike rack as well as easier loading and unloading of the bikes. The Destination is a great starter bike rack but if you end up wanting to upgrade in the future it's a pretty simple process since you'll already have the hitch installed.
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Yakima FullBack 2 Bike Rack - Trunk Mount - Adjustable Arms
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Frame Mount
- 2 Bikes
- Bike and Rack Lock
- Fits Most Factory Spoilers
- 4 Straps
- Adjustable Arms
- Hanging Rack
- Yakima
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