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Bike on hitch rack hitting lift gate (R1S)

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I have the Kuat Sherpa 2.0 mounted on the R1S hitch. The inside bike hits the liftgate before it can be securely clamped down. The bike is a small 27.5" with a relatively narrow handlebar width.

What am I doing wrong?

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You may have to get an extender.
 

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I had the same issue. The HiLo Pro is what you need.
 

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I use a hitch extender with a 2" drop on the R1T, makes it so I can drop the tailgate when I angle the rack down.
 

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You say narrow - but what’s the spread on those handle bars - photo makes those boys look not terribly.

What size is your TwentyNiner if it’s taller maybe a Large you might be able to get by mounting that one closer to the R1 as the handlebars could clear the top of the hatch.

**i see others have provided better solutions đź‘Ť
 
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The KUAT doesn't have enough of an offset to secure the rack to the receiver on the R1S and clear the bike. I had to use the Equip' Double D to resolve the issue.
 

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I would recommend the Kuat Pivot instead of just an extender. The added functionality of the Pivot is worth the extra $279, IMO... also, REI's member sale is on until the 20th, so you can get one for $318..
 

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I have the Kuat Sherpa 2.0 mounted on the R1S hitch. The inside bike hits the liftgate before it can be securely clamped down. The bike is a small 27.5" with a relatively narrow handlebar width.

What am I doing wrong?

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I would recommend the Kuat Pivot instead of just an extender. The added functionality of the Pivot is worth the extra $279, IMO... also, REI's member sale is on until the 20th, so you can get one for $318..
The Kuat pivot was actually a better option for me. I ended up purchasing one after getting the extender. Having a truck and mountain biking I wanted to be able to access my tailgate with my bike on the rack. Btw I having a 1upUSA super duty single and 1 add on rack.
 

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You may have to get an extender.
For sure. Rivian’s receivers are tucked way under the bumper to be part of the frame and support the high tow ratings. For towing I’d gotten a Gen-Y offset drop which serves as an extender but is primarily to give us other height options based on which trailer we’re towing. It also worked to use our Thule T2Pro without fear of being too close to the tailgate (R1T). We still can’t drop the tailgate (too long). But at least the bike carrier when folded up for transport without bikes isn’t within 0.5” of the gate. Lots more clearance.
 

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Stock rockymounts after party works great without extender. it’s a swing away and lighter than comp rack + pivot
 

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The Pivot is amazing. Definitely recommend it. Also, the Kuat NV 2.0 rack first perfectly without an extender. Both options are good.
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