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Comparing Hitch Bike Racks

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Awards Editors' Choice Award
Best Overall Hitch Bike Rack
 Top Pick Award
Best Swing-Away Rack
 Best Buy Award
Best Bang for the Buck Hitch Rack
Price $1,098 at Evo
Compare at 3 sellers		$629.97 at Evo$719.53 at Amazon$798.00 at Evo
Compare at 5 sellers		$499.95 at Backcountry
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Pros Tire only Contact, Quick load/unload, Excellent security features, versatile fit, 67lb per bike limitHighly stable, can accommodate heavy bikes, optional ramp, integrated lock loopSwing-away design for vehicle access, remote tilt level, great durabilityDurable, versatile, integrated work standVersatile, sturdy, handy tilt release, includes locks, more affordable than premium models
Cons Expensive, One color, Ramp is aftermarket, Can be foiled by icePricey, heftyHeavy, expensive, tray clearance is limitedHeavy, expensive, more difficult assembly, no tray adjustabilityRequires some assemble, sits close to vehicle
Bottom Line If you can do without the LED taillights and Kashima-coated sliders, this is the best rack you can buyA burly and awesome hitch rack designed to accommodate heavy bikesWe love this hitch rack's swing-away design for accessing back van doorsHigh-end durable hitch mount rack, with welcome upgrades to the original versionA great hitch rack that offers excellent performance for a lower price
Rating Categories Kuat Piston Pro Yakima Stage Two RockyMounts BackStage Kuat NV 2.0 RockyMounts Mono Rail
Ease of EveryDay Use (20%)
10.0
9.0
8.0
8.0
8.0
Ease of Removal and Storage (20%)
6.0
7.0
6.0
6.0
7.0
Versatility (20%) Sort Icon
9.0
9.0
9.0
9.0
9.0
Security (20%)
9.0
8.0
8.0
8.0
8.0
Ease of Assembly (10%)
8.0
6.0
6.0
6.0
6.0
Durability (10%)
8.0
8.0
8.0
9.0
8.0
Specs Kuat Piston Pro Yakima Stage Two RockyMounts BackStage Kuat NV 2.0 RockyMounts Mono Rail
Bike Capacity 2 (Up to 4 with add-on) 2 (Up to 4 with add-on) 2 2 (Up to 4 with add-on) 2 (Up to 3 with add-on)
Lock? Locking hitch pin, security key, and 12mm security cable Locking hitch knob and security cable Yes Yes Yes
Rack Weight 62 lbs 11 oz 63 lbs 8 oz 60 lbs 3 oz 57 lbs 10 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 70 lbs (60 lbs RV and 42 lbs Off-Road rated) 60 lbs 60 lbs 60 lbs
Min/Max Wheel Size 20" to 29" 20" to 29" 20" to 29" 20" to 29" (20" to 24" require adapter) 20" to 29"
Max Wheelbase 53" or 1,346mm 52" or 1,320mm 50" or 1,270mm 50" or 1,270mm 50" or 1,270mm
Max Tire Width 5" 3.25" (up to 5" with fat bike kit) 5" up to 5" with Phat Bike Kit 5"
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, 2 bike add-on sold separately No Yes, 1.25" receiver and rack add-on for 2 additional bikes Yes, 1.25" reciever, single bike add-on sold separately
Cross Bar Compatibility N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A