Kuat Sherpa v3 Bike Rack With Pivot XD Swing-Away Adapter for SUV Cargo Access
Updated 11/12/2026 | Published 11/11/2026
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Question:
I'm looking at the new Kuat Sherpa v3 for our SUV, but we take a lot of camping trips and need to get into the cargo area with our bikes loaded. I know the rack tilts, but I'd rather swing the whole thing out of the way. Can I use it with one of Kuat's swing-away adapters?
asked by: Kevin M
Expert Reply:
Hey Kevin, you sure can! I recommend pairing the Kuat Sherpa v3 Bike Rack # KU36HR with the Kuat Pivot XD Swing-Away Adapter # KU37KR. This lets you swing the rack and bikes out to the passenger side at 90 or 120 degrees for easier access to your SUV's cargo area without unloading your bikes.
You can choose from the following based on which direction you want the rack to swing:
-Kuat Pivot XD - Passenger Side # KU37KR
-Kuat Pivot XD - Driver Side # KU69HR
Both versions fit 2" Class III or higher hitches, and have a 350 lb maximum capacity. You'll still need to stay within the Sherpa's 50 lb per bike limit and your vehicle's hitch capacity.
The Sherpa v3 is also available in four colors:
-Kuat Sherpa v3 - Sandy Black # KU36HR
-Kuat Sherpa v3 - Pearl/Silver # KU46HR
-Kuat Sherpa v3 - Champagne/Pearl # KU66HR
-Kuat Sherpa v3 - Gray/Orange # KU96HR
What kind of SUV will you be using this setup on?
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Kuat Pivot XD Swing-Away Hitch Extender for Bike Racks and Cargo Carriers - 2" - Passenger Side
- Hitch Adapter
- Swing-Away Hitch Adapter
- Bike Racks
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 350 lbs
- Kuat
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Kevin
11/12/2026
We're using a 2024 Toyota 4Runner. Would you recommend having the rack swing toward the passenger side or driver's side?