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Comparing Hitch Bike Racks

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Awards Editors' Choice Award Top Pick Award  Top Pick Award  
Price $1,098 at Evo
Compare at 3 sellers		$1,389 at REI
Compare at 3 sellers		$689.00 at REI
Compare at 3 sellers		$769.95 at Backcountry$798.00 at Evo
Compare at 4 sellers
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Pros Tire only Contact, Quick load/unload, Excellent security features, versatile fit, 67lb per bike limitNo frame contact, easy loading/unloading of bikes, great security features, integrated brake lights, wide range of bike fitLightweight, simple, foot pedal tilt mechanismSwing-away design for vehicle access, remote tilt level, great durabilityDurable, versatile, integrated work stand
Cons Expensive, One color, Ramp is aftermarket, Can be foiled by iceVery expensiveLacks versatility, expensive, 40 lbs per bike weight limitHeavy, expensive, tray clearance is limitedHeavy, expensive, more difficult assembly, no tray adjustability
Bottom Line If you can do without the LED taillights and Kashima-coated sliders, this is the best rack you can buyIf you're willing to spend top dollar for the best, this model should be at the top of your listA lightweight hitch rack with some nice features and a good-looking powder coat finishWe love this hitch rack's swing-away design for accessing back van doorsHigh-end durable hitch mount rack, with welcome upgrades to the original version
Rating Categories Kuat Piston Pro Kuat Piston Pro X Kuat Sherpa 2.0 RockyMounts BackStage Kuat NV 2.0
Ease of EveryDay Use (20%)
10.0
10.0
8.0
8.0
8.0
Ease of Removal and Storage (20%)
6.0
6.0
9.0
6.0
6.0
Versatility (20%)
9.0
9.0
6.0
9.0
9.0
Security (20%) Sort Icon
9.0
9.0
8.0
8.0
8.0
Ease of Assembly (10%)
8.0
8.0
8.0
6.0
6.0
Durability (10%)
8.0
9.0
8.0
8.0
9.0
Specs Kuat Piston Pro Kuat Piston Pro X Kuat Sherpa 2.0 RockyMounts BackStage Kuat NV 2.0
Bike Capacity 2 (Up to 4 with add-on) 2 (Up to 4 with add-on) 2 2 2 (Up to 4 with add-on)
Lock? Locking hitch pin, security key, and 12mm security cable Locking hitch pin, security allen cam, and 12mm security cable Yes Yes Yes
Rack Weight 62 lbs 11 oz 63 lbs 11 oz 32 lbs 60 lbs 3 oz 57 lbs 10 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 40 lbs 60 lbs 60 lbs
Min/Max Wheel Size 20" to 29" 18" to 29" 20" to 29" (20" to 24" require adapter) 20" to 29" 20" to 29" (20" to 24" require adapter)
Max Wheelbase 53" or 1,346mm 53" or 1,346mm 47" or 1,194mm 50" or 1,270mm 50" or 1,270mm
Max Tire Width 5" 5" 3" 5" up to 5" with Phat Bike Kit
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 No Yes, 1.25" receiver and rack add-on for 2 additional bikes
Cross Bar Compatibility N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A