Trunk Mount Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2025 Lincoln Nautilus

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Hello! I’m looking for a trunk bike rack, at least 2 bikes, for the 2025 Lincoln Nautilus. When I use the search feature on the website doesn’t seem to be one…Options? I have the Yakima Full back 2 bike rack. Many thanks for your help

asked by: Amanda M

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Hey Amanda, thanks for reaching out!

Your Yakima FullBack 2 Bike Rack # Y02634 will fit your 2025 Lincoln Nautilus just fine, but you'll need to put the hooks into "anchor mode" when you install it.

The FullBack is my favorite trunk bike rack because of how easy it is to use and install. I actually shot a video on it for a 2020 Audi Q7 a few years back that I'm linking for you to see it in action, and I go over the whole "anchor mode" situation at the 3:24 minute mark.

What do you think of this bike rack?

expert reply by: Jon G

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Hi J.

5/28/2025

Thank you so much! What a relief- I just bought that bike rack last year from the site. It’s my first bike rack and haven’t any issues, so I’m pleased with it. I don’t see the link to video with the install- I’d love to view it, please send! Thank you, Amanda

Jon G.

5/28/2025

@HiJ Glad to hear you're enjoying the bike rack! The video shows up further down on this page, but I'm more than happy to link it to this comment as well so it's easier to find!

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tv-install-yakima-fullback-trunk-mount-2-bike-rack-2020-audi-q7-y02634.aspx

Amanda

7/9/2025

@JonG Thank you so much for your help! Thrilled I didn’t have to buy a new bike rack. I was able to install it myself using your video as guidance! Thank you!

Jon G.

7/9/2025

@Amanda You're absolutely welcome! Glad to hear you were able to get it all figured out!

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