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Kuat

Colorado-based manufacturer specializing in premium hitch-mount bike racks.

premium TierUSAEst. 2009
Products15
Categories1
WarrantyLimited lifetime
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About Kuat

Kuat is the rack brand that made hitch bike racks cool. Founded in 2009 in Springfield, Missouri, the company came out of nowhere with the NV, a tray-style hitch rack that looked like it belonged on a mountain-bike-shop showroom floor instead of in a catalog. The industry has been chasing that aesthetic ever since.

Kuat makes the NV, Sherpa (lightweight), Transfer, and Piston Pro platform-style hitch racks, plus hitch cargo trays and tiedowns. Everything they sell is designed to fold up, tilt down so you can still access the tailgate, and hold two or four bikes without touching frames. The finishes look expensive because they are.

Budget alert: a Kuat NV 2.0 Base for two bikes runs about $650. A Saris SuperClamp does the same job for half that. You're paying for finish, integrated locks, and the integrated bottle-opener bragging rights.

Did you know?

Every Kuat NV 2.0 hitch bike rack ships with an integrated bottle opener molded into the foot assembly — the founder's idea after too many post-ride beers fought over rusty multi-tools.

Top Kuat racks compared

Kuat Piston Pro 2-Bike

98/100
Weight Capacity
67.0
Weight
62.0
Length
35.0
Width
28.0
Height
10.0
Material
Aluminum
Mounting
Hitch Receiver
Installation
Basic Tools
Noise Rating
Silent
Security
Moderate
Value Score
93
Ease of Use
95
Build Quality
93

Kuat Piston Pro X 2-Bike

98/100
Weight Capacity
134.0
Weight
63.0
Length
35.0
Width
28.0
Height
10.0
Material
Aluminum
Mounting
Hitch Receiver
Installation
Basic Tools
Noise Rating
Silent
Security
Moderate
Value Score
91
Ease of Use
95
Build Quality
93

Kuat Piston Pro X 3-Bike

97/100
Weight Capacity
120.0
Weight
89.0
Length
35.0
Width
28.0
Height
10.0
Material
Aluminum
Mounting
Hitch Receiver
Installation
Basic Tools
Noise Rating
Silent
Security
Basic
Value Score
89
Ease of Use
94
Build Quality
93

Kuat NV 2.0

97/100
Weight Capacity
120.0
Weight
58.0
Length
36.0
Width
24.0
Height
9.0
Material
Aluminum
Mounting
Hitch Receiver
Installation
Basic Tools
Noise Rating
Silent
Security
Moderate
Value Score
91
Ease of Use
94
Build Quality
93

Kuat Sherpa 2.0

95/100
Weight Capacity
80.0
Weight
32.0
Length
44.0
Width
14.0
Height
11.0
Material
Aluminum
Mounting
Hitch Receiver
Installation
Basic Tools
Noise Rating
Silent
Security
None
Value Score
89
Ease of Use
92
Build Quality
93

All Kuat Products(15)

Kuat Piston Pro 2-Bike — product detail (Kuat)
98/100

Kuat

Kuat Piston Pro 2-Bike

Bike Rackshitch_mount_bike
~1120 €Preço sugerido
Kuat Piston Pro X 2-Bike — product detail (Kuat)
98/100

Kuat

Kuat Piston Pro X 2-Bike

Bike Rackshitch_mount_bike
~1380 €Preço sugerido
Kuat Piston Pro X 3-Bike — product detail (Kuat)
97/100

Kuat

Kuat Piston Pro X 3-Bike

Bike Rackshitch_mount_bike
~2150 €Preço sugerido
Kuat NV 2.0 — product detail (Kuat)
97/100

Kuat

Kuat NV 2.0

Bike Rackshitch_mount_bike
~856 €Preço sugerido
Kuat Sherpa 2.0 — product detail (Kuat)
95/100

Kuat

Kuat Sherpa 2.0

Bike Rackshitch_mount_bike
~657 €Preço sugerido
Kuat Sherpa 2.0 (1.25") — product detail (Kuat)
95/100

Kuat

Kuat Sherpa 2.0 (1.25")

Bike Rackshitch_mount_bike
~657 €Preço sugerido
Kuat Transfer v2 1-Bike — product detail (Kuat)
91/100

Kuat

Kuat Transfer v2 1-Bike

Bike Rackshitch_mount_bike
~345 €Preço sugerido
Kuat NV 2.0 2-Bike - Main product photo
91/100

Kuat

Kuat NV 2.0 2-Bike

Bike Rackshitch_mount_bike
~856 €Preço sugerido
Kuat Beta 2-Bike — product detail (Kuat)
89/100

Kuat

Kuat Beta 2-Bike

Bike Rackshitch_mount_bike
~302 €Preço sugerido
Kuat NV Base 2.0 — product detail (Kuat)
87/100

Kuat

Kuat NV Base 2.0

Bike Rackshitch_mount_bike
~777 €Preço sugerido
Kuat NV 2.0 (1.25") — product detail (Kuat)
87/100

Kuat

Kuat NV 2.0 (1.25")

Bike Rackshitch_mount_bike
~856 €Preço sugerido
Kuat Sherpa 2.0 2-Bike — product detail (Kuat)
87/100

Kuat

Kuat Sherpa 2.0 2-Bike

Bike Rackshitch_mount_bike
~657 €Preço sugerido
Kuat Transfer v2 2-Bike — product detail (Kuat)
82/100

Kuat

Kuat Transfer v2 2-Bike

Bike Rackshitch_mount_bike
~345 €Preço sugerido
Kuat Transfer v2 3-Bike - Main product photo
81/100

Kuat

Kuat Transfer v2 3-Bike

Bike Rackshitch_mount_bike
~345 €Preço sugerido
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Kuat

Kuat NV 2.0

Bike Rackshitch_mount_bike
~856 €Preço sugerido

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kuat

Depends on the model. The Kuat NV 2.0 and Piston Pro X handle e-bikes up to 67 lbs per bike with adjustable wheel holders for fat tires. The cheaper Kuat Transfer models max out at 35 lbs per bike — most e-bikes exceed this. Check the weight limit before buying. E-bike compatibility is the #1 spec to verify.
Some wobble is inherent to all hitch-mounted racks — it's physics, not a defect. Kuat's integrated cable lock and pivot design minimizes it better than most competitors. The NV 2.0 has the least wobble in its class. If wobble drives you crazy, add a hitch tightener (~17–26 €) regardless of which brand you buy.
Kuat prices (~216–693 €) reflect their build materials (anodized aluminum vs. steel), integrated locks, tool-free tilt, and a foot-operated lean-back feature for trunk access. They also have the best warranty reputation in the bike rack space — forum users consistently report hassle-free replacements. You're paying for daily-use convenience features, not just weight capacity.
The NV 2.0 (~476–563 €) has a built-in work stand, integrated lock, and a ramp for heavy bikes. The Sherpa 2.0 (~390–476 €) is lighter and more compact but loses the work stand and ramp. If you have e-bikes or bikes over 40 lbs, get the NV. If your bikes are under 40 lbs and you want something easier to store, the Sherpa is the better call.
If you load bikes weekly, yes — the tool-free tilt, integrated locks, and foot-pedal trunk access save real time and frustration. If you ride twice a year, a ~87 € Allen Sports or Saris rack does the job. Kuat's sweet spot is the committed cyclist or family with multiple bikes who wants a rack that doesn't feel like a chore to use.

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