hitch mount bike rack on P5
hi,
i'm looking at getting a hidden hitch installed and using a hitch mount bike rack. i don't want a roof rack (wind noise, ugly etc. etc. plus pretty expensive). they have solid and fold-down bike carriers. solids are cheaper. does anyone have a hitch mount rack? does the hatch door clear it when opening or is a fold-down needed? thanks. p.s. did a search but couldn't find info on the clearance of the hatch door. |
Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but you'll have to go with the fold-down ... at least from MY experiences. I ended up getting a roof-rack because I like to haul around BIG things (read: canoe, kayak, skis, etc.) so a hitch mount wasn't going to be enough for my needs. But I did consider the hitch mount for just hauling my bikes around. Check out http://www.yakima.com and use their vehicle selector. It's super easy and will even give you an American retail price.
Good Luck! -=Doug |
dang, that's what i thought. from what i can see from my searching, fold-down it is like you said.
thanks for the link. i've been scouring thule, yakima and swagman trying to find a definitive answer. i guess i'll just hit the shop on saturday and determine for sure. |
Stop searching. As far as parts, service, quality, and warranty goes ... Yakima is by far the better product. I find their fit is superior to Thule. I have to admit to a lack of first-hand knowledge with their hitch-mounts, but if their roof-racks are any indication, Thule's fit on a Protege5 leaves a lot to be desired. Good luck though!
-=Doug |
uh oh.... I smell a Thule vs. Yakima debate coming on !!!!!!
I'm a Yakima guy myself, with a roof rack on my P5. |
if you are looking for an awesome hitch mount (i have the 1/4") rack that has the ability to fold up towards the car when not in use (makes it easier to park), check out www.hollywoodracks.com
i had the pro rider 2 installed on my 97 honda del sol (until it was stolen last weekend in milwaukee) and it was the best rack i have ever owned.... BTW - the reason i'm lurking on these boards is that i'm looking to buy a 2003 P5 once my insurance claim has been settled - from what i have read on the boards so far, i'm very excited to make my purchase and join this group!! let me know if you have questions on the rack! ~ dano |
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