Recommended Solution for Carrying Kuat Transfer V2 with 2" Shank in 1-1/4" Receiver
Question:
I have a 2 “ Kuat V2 transfer bike rack but my vehicle hitch has a 1.25 “ receiver. Is there a Kuat adapter available that I can use make this work?
asked by: Fred D
Expert Reply:
I have a solution for you, but there isn't anything specific for Kuat racks or made by Kuat. Howver, the Hitch Adapter 1-1/4" to 2" Trailer Hitch Receiver # HTAD will work to allow you to carry a bike rack with a 2" hitch. It should be noted that using a hitch adapter like this reduces the tongue weight capacity of the hitch by 50%, so if your vehicle only has a 200-lbs tongue weight capacity it will be reduced to 100-lbs for bikes and carriers.
I've linked a review video of this adapter for you to check out, as well.
Products Referenced in This Question
Hitch Adapter 1-1/4" to 2" Trailer Hitch Receiver
- Hitch Adapters
- Hitch Expander
- Bike Racks
- Cargo Carriers
- Hitch Mounted Accessories
- 7-1/4 Inch Extension
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- 1-1/4 Inch to 2 Inch
- Brophy
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Product Page this Question was Asked From
Kuat Bike Rack Shank Adapter - 1-1/4" to 2"
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Shanks and Adapters
- Shank Adapter
- NV 2.0
- Sherpa
- Transfer
- Kuat
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