What High-Quality Hitch Bike Racks do You Recommend for a 2019 Toyota Camry?

Question:

I have a 2019 Camry 4-door. Would a Kuat Sherpa work? What other high-quality hitch bike racks do you recommend for the Camry? For 2 bikes? for 3 bikes? Thank you!

asked by: Lynn

Expert Reply:

I have an answer for you. The Kuat Sherpa # SH12G (gray) or # SH12P (pearl) will work with your 2019 Toyota Camry and I definitely recommend it. However, since manufacturers only produce 1-1/4" hitches, you will only be able to use the 1-1/4" version of the Sherpa. This model has a 40-pound per-bike weight capacity.

If you are looking for a high-quality 3-bike rack that will work on a 1-1/4" hitch, I recommend the Thule Helium Pro 3 Bike Rack # TH9043PRO. The impressive thing about the Helium Pro 3 is its weight; it only weighs 20 pounds due to its lightweight and strong aluminum construction. In addition, the Helium Pro has a 37.5 per-bike weight capacity.

If you need a hitch receiver recommendation for your 2019 Toyota Camry, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11576. One great thing about this hitch is that it sits really close to the end of the bumper. The distance from the center of the hitch's pinhole to the end of the bumper is only 2 inches. With this distance, it will be able to accommodate both the Kuat Sherpa and the Thule Helium Pro 3. I went ahead and attached a video that shows the installation process.

expert reply by: Bob C