Trunk Mount Bike Rack Recommendation for a Lexus RX350 with Rear Spoiler

Updated 08/01/2014 | Published 07/31/2014

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Question:

What model do you recommend for a Lexus RX 350 with spoiler for two bikes.

asked by: Rick

Expert Reply:

There is only one trunk mount bike rack that I recommend for vehicles that have a soiler at the top of the rear hatch like on your Lexus RX350. Take a look at the Hollywood Racks Over-the-Top rack # HRF2.

This rack has an additional upper arm piece that moves the top straps up and over that spoiler so no weight is put on it (since the spoiler is not meant to support weight). I have included a link to a video that shows how it works.

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: Michael H