With the rack mounted, can you still open and access the trunk (Yes/No)?
1712261
Yes I can and I have a Subaru outback wagon. And you can also lock the rack in a mounted position which also gives a little peace of mind.
1712262
It is not recommended by the manufacturer- probably because the weight of the bike and the rack combined could cause the trunk to come slamming down and cause either injury, car damage, or both. That being said, I have carefully done it (although I am not recommending it either) and have not injured myself or damaged my car. The rack is heavy duty so keep that in mind.
1712263
I have a 2014 jeep patriot. No issues opening/closing the hatch with the rack on it. I have even open/closed it with my bike on it. Make sure you hold onto the hatch though. It is too heavy to stay open by itself. At least on my car.
2121889
Yes you could , and use two brackets on the top of the rear rack. You might lose some of the stability of the baskets by not using the lower bracket that connects to the frame. It was easy to connect to the rack though. But and a bolt tighten to a P shaped clamp. I use them every day. Open up easy and I added a shot if WD-40 to the little hinge that holds the basket closed when not in use and was a big help. Take care, John
744653
Yes you can, you can only not insert the rack and youll have an open space.
467620
you will have to purchase the rack moutable equipment to make it that way. it does not come to you as rack mountable.
2229190
Hi, the cargo cover snaps into place so it will lock. I am not sure what you mean by legal trunk, but the trunk created by the cover is accessible. Thanks
1308940
I did see a youtube video where the Thule 916XT T2 does allow you to pivot the rack down to open the tail gate, with bikes mounted. You will pay for that feature though, dearly. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OQB4lUtpAAg
242148
Only straps on one side (right) will be secured. Still, due the curvature of the upper portion of most modern cars' trunk lids, it would be difficult to remove the rack (the lid curves outward, effecively increasing the distance betweet the uppor and lower cables). With that, no system is theft-proof; the locks are more of a deterrent and inconvenience feature for a would-be thief.
1759449
I am curious as well. It will mount, but does the rack clear the rear glass? If it doesn't, then you can't open the rear gate.
949065
It depends on how you attach the rack. The bottom hook can be placed either on the bottom of the bumper, which would prohibit you from opening the trunk, or you can hook it on the bottom of the trunk, which will allow you to access the trunk when the bikes are removed.
946405
No, but the back of the cabinet is finished, so if you didn't need frequent access to the door, you could turn it around. The door would be in back, but the rack would be on the opposite side if needed.
2158221
No. You just have to remove two screws that you will see when you open the trunk.
744655
Yes you can, you can only not insert the rack and you´ll have an open space.
1277731
Yes. You can vary the arms and secure it inside the vehicle. I just leave it outside. It has security lock for both the rack and the bike. VERY NEATLY DESIGNED.
1419989
OK You see how there are (6) straps? Those ones that go near the taillights are going to fall out. I wouldn't chance it. Remember it's just tension and weight holding everything secure. The rack works. I still use mine to this day. I just wouldn't open the trunk with it on. At least they do on my Toyota Yaris. It may very well be cause of the design too.
2164870
Sorry have to ask a question . Is there a gap between the spoiler and trunk? If there is the rack should work.
1638181
I primarily use it on the bumper of an RV, so I'm not sure if a car trunk can open. When I use it on my pickup truck, it must be removed to drop the tailgate. Removal is pretty easy, and it is the best bike rack I've used.
755346
This is bike rack will not support the weight of two bicycles.No you cannot open your trunk the straps will loosen.It is flimsy .I returned my rack