Can the Kuat Sherpa v3 Carry Two Bikes on a 1-1/4 Inch Hitch on Honda CR-V

Published 11/13/2026

Question:

Ive got a honda CR-V with a 1-1/4 inch hitch, and finding a bike rack that doesnt feel like a huge piece of equipment hanging off the back has been a challenge. I came across the new Kuat Sherpa v3 KU29HR, and I like that it looks pretty lightweight. My mountain bike weighs about 38 lbs, and my girlfriends bike is closer to 45 lbs. Can this rack handle both of them with the smaller hitch? And is it something I can easily fold up when were not carrying the bikes?

asked by: Travis

Expert Reply:

Hey Travis! Yes, the Kuat Sherpa v3 Bike Rack # KU29HR can carry both of those bikes! It's designed specifically for 1-1/4 inch hitch receivers and has a 50 lb weight capacity per bike, so your 38 lb and 45 lb bikes are both within its limits. You'll just want to make sure your SUV's hitch and vehicle can support the combined weight of the rack and bikes.

And I get what you're saying about not wanting a big, bulky rack hanging off the back of your SUV. That's one of the things I like about the Sherpa. It has a lightweight design, and the PedalPivot feature lets you fold it up when you're not carrying bikes. There's also a hand tightened hitch cam that makes securing it in your receiver pretty straightforward without having to mess with a bunch of tools. It even includes a stainless steel barrel hitch lock to help keep the rack secured to your vehicle.

What kind of bikes do you and your girlfriend have? Are either of them fat tire bikes?

expert reply by: Heather A