Recommended Bike Rack for a 1997 Mercury Tracer

Updated 01/03/2026 | Published 12/31/2025

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Thule Passage Trunk Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - Hanging Style

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Malone Runway Trunk Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - Adjustable Arms

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Question:

Hi looking for a SINGLE bike rack that is easy to install by a senior for my 97 Mercury Tracer as do not want it attached permanently. Si

asked by: Russell D

Expert Reply:

Hey Russel. I've got a really solid hanging bike rack for you but there are no single bike racks unless you have a hitch installed on your 1997 Mercury Tracer.

For an easy to install hanging bike rack that works with the 1997 Mercury Tracer Wagon, I recommend the Thule Passage Trunk Bike Rack for 2 Bikes item # TH910XT. This bike rack has a 35 lbs capacity per bike and uses a six-strap system to secure the rack to the rear of your car. Once you get the straps connected there's a convenient dial on each side that will get them tightened up.

Please note that due to the spoiler's on the sedan model of the Mercury Tracers the Thule Passage item # TH910XT only works on the wagon models. If yours is the sedan you'll need to use the Malone Runway Trunk Bike Rack for 2 Bikes item # MAL84RR.

The Malone Runway item # MAL84RR has a 33 lbs per bike capacity and also uses six straps to secure the bike rack. It's designed to be compatible with spoilers.

What kind of bike do you have and is your Tracer a wagon or sedan?

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