Trunk Mounted Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2011 Honda Element

Updated 07/09/2014 | Published 07/08/2014

Products Featured in This Question

Thule Passage Trunk Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - Hanging Style

(967)

$179.95

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

(835)

$48.20

Question:

Hi- Im curious if this rack TH910XT will fit with the oem rear spoiler installed on a 2011 Honda Element. Thanks!

asked by: Chris G

Expert Reply:

I checked with Thule and they list the Thule Passage 2 Bike Rack part # TH910XT as a fit for your 2011 Honda Element, which means it is compatible with the rear spoiler.

If you wanted a bike rack that would not touch the rear spoiler at all I would recommend you go with the Hollywood Racks Over-the-Top 2 Bike Carrier for Vehicles w/ Spoilers # HRF2. This carrier is specifically designed to work on vehicles with spoilers and would install on your vehicle without putting any pressure or even touching your spoiler.

Check out the review video I attached.

If you plan on carrying any womens or alternative framed bikes without horizontal top tubes you may also be interested in purchasing a Swagman Easy-Out Women's and Alternative Frame Bike Adapter # 64005 to provide a horizontal top tube on your bikes to provide an attachment point. I attached a review video for this product also. This will allow the bikes to be carried more level and will provide more ground clearance.

expert reply by: Jameson C