Kuat Sherpa v3 Bike Rack for Both 1-1/4" and 2" Hitch Receivers

Updated 11/13/2026 | Published 11/05/2026

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Kuat Bike Rack Shank Adapter - 1-1/4" to 2"

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Kuat Sherpa v3 1-Bike Add-On for 1-Bike Racks - Sandy Black - Preorder

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Kuat Sherpa v3 Bike Rack for 1 Bike - 1-1/4" Hitches - Sandy Black - Preorder

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Question:

I have a car with a 1-1/4" hitch and my wife's SUV has a 2" hitch. I usually ride alone, but sometimes we take both bikes. Can I get the new single-bike Kuat Sherpa v3 and use it on both vehicles, then add a second bike tray when we need it?

asked by: Jason M

Expert Reply:

Hey Jason, yes you can! I recommend the Kuat Sherpa v3 Single Bike Rack # KU99HR along with the Kuat Hitch Adapter # D101. This lets you use the same rack in your car's 1-1/4" receiver and your wife's SUV's 2" receiver.

You can also add the Kuat Sherpa v3 Add-On # KU49HR whenever you want to carry both bikes. Each bike position supports up to 50 lbs, so you get the convenience of a compact single-bike rack with the flexibility to expand when needed.

What kind of bikes will you be carrying?

expert reply by: Robin H

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KU49HR
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Jason

11/12/2026

One more question. If I have the second bike tray installed, can I leave it attached when switching between our two vehicles, or do I need to remove it each time?

Robin H.

11/12/2026

@Jason yes, you can leave the # KU49HR add-on installed when switching between vehicles. You only need to remove it when you want to go back to the smaller single-bike setup. Just make sure you're using the # D101 adapter and the correct included hitch pin when installing the rack in your wife's 2" receiver.

Bill B.

11/13/2026

Yeah that Kuat Hitch adapter is a great solution. I had a Volvo XC60 with the fold-away 1-1/4" hitch receiver. Worked great, then bought a Land Rover Defender which has the 2" receiver so the Kuat Hitch adapter was the ticket. It attached to my Kuat bike rack with a couple screws (if memory serves) and I could use my wall mount by removing its insert as well (when not carrying the rack on my vehicle.. Works great. I have the older sherpa with the two bike trays but since most of the time I am the only one riding......rarely need two trays, Pretty slick.