Saris MHS 2+1 Weight and Weight Capacity

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THe video implies the rack is 120 lbs. maybe I heard wrong, which sounds outrageous. Perhaps that is the carrying capacity? Sariss website indicates the rack is about 40 lbs. Can you clarify? Thanks.

asked by: John K

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The weight capacity of the Saris MHS Modular Bike Rack # SAR73MR is 120 lbs and the total weight of the rack is 106 lbs according to Saris.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The Saris MHS Bike Rack for 2 Bikes item #SAR73MR is a modular system that in its current configuration has a maximum capacity of 120 lbs or two bikes weighing up to 60 lbs a piece. You can add the 1-Bike Add-On for Saris MHS Bike Rack item #SAR78MR…

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Answer 2

Hello Michael, thanks for reaching out. The Saris MHS DUO Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount #SAR73MR does indeed weigh 98 lbs. The base itself weighs about 33 lbs while the bike rack portion is about 65 lbs.

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Answer 3

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 4

Hi David! There are quite a few hitches offered for your 2026 Honda Odyssey, so I definitely understand wanting to know the differences. There are basically three styles available for you and I have them broken out below: Exposed Crosstube: etrailer…

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Answer 5

Hello John, thanks for reaching out. Yes, we do have a Thule roof rack that will allow you to install the Hullavator #TH898 on your 2015 Subaru Forester. For that I recommend the following: - Thule WingBar Evo Roof Rack for Raised Rails - Aluminum -…

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Answer 6

Hey Guy, we do have a light kit for the Kuat Piston ION bike rack part #KU89SR with the part #KU29SR. Does your vehicle have a 4-way trailer wiring harness?

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Answer 7

Hey Tom, you can definitely use the Kuat Piston Pro part #KU89SR with your Veloctric Nomad 2X bike but you will need the fender strap kit part #KU43VR which was designed for bikes just like yours that have fenders. Check out the attached picture to…

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Answer 8

We sure do Steve and congrats on the new truck! To add a hitch to your 2026 Ford Maverick, I recommend our etrailer item #e99ZV. This custom fit class III hitch has a 2" receiver, a 4,000 lbs towing capacity, and a 400 lbs maximum tongue weight.…

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Answer 9

Hey Kevin! For a bike rack that is rated for motorhomes and can handle your XP4 750 e-bikes I recommend the Hollywood Racks RV Rider Bike Rack #HLY64FR. Your bikes weigh 62 lbs each and this has a capacity of 80 lbs per bike. It also uses padded…

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Answer 10

Hello Daren, That is a great question, and one we still have not been able to answer directly. Can you please measure from your back axle to the hitch pin hole on your receiver on your hitch? Once I get that measurement from you I will be able to…

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Answer 11

Hello Kelley, thanks for reaching out. While the Kuat Piston ION #KU89SR is a very solid rack, I have concerns about the rear fender on the Velotric Fold 2 Plus bike obstructing the wheel mount. With 20" wheels it would be pretty tight. The…

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Answer 12

Hi Sue, I don't recommend using the etrailer High-Low Adjustable Adapter part #e52ZV to lower your bike rack. Using an adapter decreases the tongue weight of your trailer hitch by up to 50%. The typical e bike can weight anywhere from 50-80lbs…

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