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Comparing Hitch Bike Racks

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Awards Top Pick Award
Best High End Hitch Bike Rack
Editors' Choice Award
Best Overall Hitch Bike Rack
Editors' Choice Award
Best Hitch Rack Under $1000
 Best Buy Award
Best Bang for the Buck Hitch Rack
Price $1,320 at Amazon
Compare at 3 sellers		$1,098 at Backcountry
Compare at 2 sellers		$749.95 at REI$559.97 at Evo$500 List
$499.95 at Backcountry
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Pros No frame contact, easy loading/unloading of bikes, great security features, integrated brake lights, wide range of bike fitTire only Contact, Quick load/unload, Excellent security features, versatile fit, 67lb per bike limitErgonomic tilt lever, durable finish, works with fat tires, no tools required to installHighly stable, can accommodate heavy bikes, optional ramp, integrated lock loopVersatile, sturdy, handy tilt release, includes locks, more affordable than premium models
Cons Very expensiveExpensive, One color, Ramp is aftermarket, Can be foiled by iceLarge footprint, hefty, costlyPricey, heftyRequires some assemble, sits close to vehicle
Bottom Line If you're willing to spend top dollar for the best, this model should be at the top of your listIf you can do without the LED taillights and Kashima-coated sliders, this is the best rack you can buyThis versatile, user-friendly hitch rack is our favorite we've testedA burly and awesome hitch rack designed to accommodate heavy bikesA great hitch rack that offers excellent performance for a lower price
Rating Categories Kuat Piston Pro X Kuat Piston Pro Thule T2 Pro-XTR Yakima Stage Two RockyMounts Mono Rail
Ease of EveryDay Use (20%)
10.0
10.0
9.0
9.0
8.0
Ease of Removal and Storage (20%)
6.0
6.0
7.0
7.0
7.0
Versatility (20%)
9.0
9.0
9.0
9.0
9.0
Security (20%)
9.0
9.0
8.0
8.0
8.0
Ease of Assembly (10%)
8.0
8.0
7.0
6.0
6.0
Durability (10%)
9.0
8.0
9.0
8.0
8.0
Specs Kuat Piston Pro X Kuat Piston Pro Thule T2 Pro-XTR Yakima Stage Two RockyMounts Mono Rail
Bike Capacity 2 (Up to 4 with add-on) 2 (Up to 4 with add-on) 2 (Up to 4 with add-on) 2 (Up to 4 with add-on) 2 (Up to 3 with add-on)
Lock? Locking hitch pin, security allen cam, and 12mm security cable Locking hitch pin, security key, and 12mm security cable Yes Locking hitch knob and security cable Yes
Rack Weight 63 lbs 11 oz 62 lbs 11 oz 51 lbs 63 lbs 8 oz 44 lbs 2 oz
Max Weight Per Bike 67 lbs (42 lbs RV) - dedicated 2" receiver version only, 60 lbs per bike - 1.25" receiver version 67 lbs (42 lbs RV) - dedicated 2" receiver version only, 60 lbs per bike - 1.25" receiver version 60 lbs 70 lbs (60 lbs RV and 42 lbs Off-Road rated) 60 lbs
Min/Max Wheel Size 18" to 29" 20" to 29" 20" to 29" 20" to 29" 20" to 29"
Max Wheelbase 53" or 1,346mm 53" or 1,346mm 50" or 1,270mm 52" or 1,320mm 50" or 1,270mm
Max Tire Width 5" 5" 5" 3.25" (up to 5" with fat bike kit) 5"
Loading Time 7 seconds 7 seconds
Other Sizes Available? Comes in 1.25" and 2" receiver sizes, 1 and 2 bike add-ons sold separately Comes in 1.25" and 2" receiver sizes, 1 and 2 bike add-ons sold separately Yes, 1.25" receiver and rack add-on for 2 additional bikes Comes in 1.25" and 2" receiver sizes, 2 bike add-on sold separately Yes, 1.25" reciever, single bike add-on sold separately
Cross Bar Compatibility N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A