How to Correct for Tilt in Hitch-Mounted Platform Style Bike Carrier in Class I Hitch on Prius V
Question:
My Kuat Sherpa 2.0 doesnt lie parallel to the ground when in transport position. This makes me anxious when trailing my bikes. Any suggestions to make it lay flat?
asked by: Kelly B
Helpful Expert Reply:
If the issue is that your Kuat Sherpa Hitch bike rack # SH12G when installed in your Prius' hitch tips to one side, you might try loading the bikes facing in opposite directions. Some bikes can be heavier towards the front or rear and so loading them facing each other can sometimes help to even out the weight distribution between the driver and passenger sides.
You might also check your hitch receiver tube to see if it is bent or distorted. One of the two hitches offered for your car, Curt # C11276, requires use of a support strap # 18050 when using a load like a bike rack or cargo carrier. The strap stabilizes the rack/carrier to prevent its motion from causing stress/damage to the light-duty receiver tube or to the car's lightweight frame.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap for Hitch-Mounted Accessories - 61" x 1" - Qty 1
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hitch Cargo Carrier
- Tie Down Straps
- CURT
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class I
- 200 lbs TW
- 2000 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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Kuat Sherpa 2.0 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" Hitches - Wheel Mount - Gray
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Wheel Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 2 Bikes
- Class 1
- Class 2
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Carbon Fiber Bikes
- Kuat
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