Is There a Way to Bring the Kuat Sherpa 2.0 Closer to the Bumper when Folded Up?

Updated 11/12/2020 | Published 11/10/2020

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Kuat Sherpa 2.0 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" Hitches - Wheel Mount - Pearl

(590)

$759.00

Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"

(87)

$199.72

Question:

Hi i Install my hitch in my lexus ct200h to use the kuat sherpa 2.0 but the bike rack is too out from the bumber. there is any way to fix this issue?

asked by: Erick V

Expert Reply:

The Kuat Sherpa 2.0 # SH12P is a great bike rack, however there is no way to adjust the rack to fold up closer to your bumper. The only solution would be to use a different hitch that doesn't stick out as far from your vehicle frame, but the only hitch we have available for your 2018 Lexus CT 200h is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11200. When installed, this hitch should measure about 4" from the center of the hitch pin hole to the rear-most part of your bumper.

Otherwise, you would need a different bike rack that doesn't stick out as far when folded up. The Thule DoubleTrack # TH92BJ might be a good solution if you go this route. This rack measures 14" from the hitch pin hole to the furthest part on the rack when in the folded-up configuration. You can measure your current setup to see if this would stick out any less.

Check out the videos linked below for more details on these products.

expert reply by: John R