Rear mounted bike racks overview

If your roof bars are already full with a roof box - and you are not tempted to go down the route of a tow bar mounted bike carrier - a rear mounted rack could be an option for you.

Also known as “boot mounted” or “rear door mounted”, these racks often represent a cheaper alternative to carrying two or three bikes, as they don’t require a set of roof bars. However, it’s really important that you check if your car’s boot is suitable for a rack that is going to clamp onto the bodywork. Note that cars with a spoiler are not suitable for a rear mounted bike rack.

The Thule Outway is the standout rack when it comes to rear mounts. However, please contact our Support Team to check if it is suitable for your car.

We would always recommend that you use a frame adapter when fitting a bike that doesn’t have a standard cross bar e.g. a ladies or kid’s bike.